Description
Description
Hydroxypropyl Guar is a modified form of guar gum, a natural polymer derived from the guar bean. It is modified with hydroxypropyl groups to enhance its solubility and performance in water-based formulations. This versatile ingredient acts as a thickening agent, conditioning agent, and stabilizer, offering a smooth, silky texture to cosmetic and personal care products. Hydroxypropyl Guar is commonly used in hair care, skin care, and body care products.
Key Benefits
✔ Excellent thickening and stabilizing properties
✔ Provides smooth and creamy texture to formulations
✔ Enhances moisturization and provides conditioning benefits for hair and skin
✔ Improves the spreadability of products
✔ Can be used in both aqueous and anhydrous formulations
✔ Biodegradable and eco-friendly
How to Use
- Can be dispersed in water or aqueous phases of formulations.
- Recommended usage: 0.2-2%, depending on the desired viscosity and formulation needs.
- For external use only.
Applications
Ideal for use in shampoos, conditioners, lotions, creams, hair masks, body washes, and other personal care products requiring thickening, stabilizing, and conditioning properties.
