sakeutusaine
A sakeutusaine, or thickener, is a substance that increases the viscosity of a liquid without substantially changing its other properties. Thickeners are commonly used in food products, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. In the food industry, they help to improve texture, mouthfeel, and stability of products like sauces, soups, and dairy items. Common food thickeners include starches such as cornstarch and potato starch, gums like xanthan gum and guar gum, and proteins such as gelatin.
The mechanism by which a sakeutusaine works typically involves the absorption and swelling of the thickener
In cosmetics and personal care products, thickeners are used to achieve desired consistencies for lotions, creams,