Conditioning agents
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride
It can form dilution-triggered complexes in surfactant systems, helping conditioning materials deposit from shampoos and washes.
- INCI
- GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
- CAS
- 65497-29-2
- Also known as
- cationic guar · guar HPTC
- Function
- Conditioning agents
Ingredient answer
What is Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride?
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride is a cationic guar derivative used to improve wet combing, deposition, and conditioned feel.
Formulation behavior
How it works inside a formula
Disperse and hydrate carefully, control pH and charge balance, and evaluate coacervation, build-up, clarity, viscosity, and rinse.
Where it appears
Common product contexts
- rinse-off conditioners
- leave-in hair care
- conditioning cleansers
Practical caution
What to keep in view
Confirm charge compatibility, active level, deposition, and performance on the intended hair or skin context.
Take the ingredient into a working formula.
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