Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
- INCI:
- Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
- Also known as:
- Cationic guar
Cationic derivative of guar gum used as a deposition conditioner in cleansing systems. It improves wet combability, softens the skin in shower gels, and contributes to the viscosity of the formula.
Functions
Typical applications
- Conditioning shampoos
- Shower gels
- Liquid soaps
- 2-in-1 cleansers
Specialties
Sectors
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