Guar Gum Powder - Cationic - Aromantic UK
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Guar Gum Powder - Cationic
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From £4.73 GBP (Inc VAT)
Guar Gum Powder - Cationic
From £3.94 GBP (Ex VAT)
From £4.73 GBP (Inc VAT)
Guar Gum Powder - Cationic
From £3.94 GBP (Ex VAT)
From £4.73 GBP (Inc VAT)
From £4.73 GBP (Inc VAT)
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Guar Gum Powder - Cationic Product Description
Benefits
Product Benefits
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Excellent hair conditioning agent for leave-in and rinse-off formulations
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Adds slip and ease of combing to wet or dry hair
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Provides antistatic properties, reducing static and frizz for smoother, more manageable hair
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Thickens water-based formulations without heaviness
- Ideal for shampoos, conditioners, body washes, and styling products
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Ideal for use in body washes, enhancing texture and performance
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Effective in various skin care products, providing conditioning and enhancing texture
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Biodegradable and environmentally responsible
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Vegan, cruelty-free, and non-GMO
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Easy to disperse and stable in a wide pH range
Product Description
Product Description
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a high-performance conditioning polymer derived from natural guar beans. Known as cationic guar gum, it is modified to carry a positive charge, which enhances its ability to bond with negatively charged hair strands. This results in smoother, shinier, and easier-to-manage hair. It is commonly used in cosmetics for its ability to condition skin and hair, and to help deposit active ingredients effectively.
This ingredient is widely used in personal care formulations, especially hair care, due to its film-forming and anti-static properties.
It adds a silky, soft feel to products and improves the conditioning effect of both rinse-off and leave-in applications. It also thickens water-based products, providing a pleasant, luxurious texture. As a synthetic cationic polymer, it functions to enhance the performance of various cosmetic formulations.
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is biodegradable, vegan-friendly, and not tested on animals. Its reliable performance and sustainable origins make it a go-to choice for formulators seeking both functionality and environmental responsibility.
How to use it
How to Use
Use in formulations at 0.5% to 2%.It is water-soluble, so it cannot be used with oil-only products.
It starts to hydrate very readily with water, but can take up to 1 hour to become fully hydrated. You may find that it starts to hydrate so quickly that it forms lumps. These can be whisked out, but could also mix the guar gum with a little glycerine or a vegetable oil first. This slows down the hydration initially and helps to prevent lumps.
Once it is fully hydrated, the gel can be heated to 50°C but do ensure that it is quite fluid. Very thick gels may be prone to scorching. If the guar gum is added to cold water and then heated in a bain marie, it makes an exceptional gel that is very smooth and feels superb!
It is stable between pH 5 and 9. If used at pH 3, you can feel some “pilling” as it starts to break down. This can be modified by combining it with another thickening agent.
Skin Care
Guar gum attaches to the skin to form a conditioning and protective polymeric film, giving a very elegant skin feel to the finished product.
It can be used to stabilise creams and lotions that have a lot of actives that may be challenging to the emulsion. It will also add some thickness to the finished product.
It can hold a small amount of oil in suspension without settling, which is an ideal way to get Omega-3-rich oils into a product without heating them.
Hair Care
As it is cationic, Guar Gum attaches itself to the anionic hair shaft to form a conditioning and protective polymeric film, protecting the hair whilst keeping it hydrated and flexible.
Unlike many commercial conditioners, it leaves no polymer buildup.
It can be used in shampoos, hair conditioners, and hair packs where it not only provides thickness and texture to the product but also improves hair combing and brushing without tangling and reduces breakage.
Its film-forming ability also makes it substantive to the hair, giving it some greater volume.
INCI / Ingredients
INCI / Ingredients
INCI Name: Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Origin: Derived from guar beans
Appearance: Pale yellow to beige powder
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble in oil and alcohol
CAS Number: 65497-29-2
Chemical Structure: Ether derivative
Storage & Shelf life
Storage & Shelf Life
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light and moisture.
Expiration is on the packaging.
Why buy from Aromantic
Why Buy from Aromantic?
At Aromantic, we’re committed to offering professional-grade ingredients that meet ethical and quality standards. Our Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride Powder is:
Responsibly sourced and traceable
Supplied with full transparency and documentation
Packaged in recyclable containers
Backed by excellent customer support.
When you shop with Aromantic, you’re choosing a supplier that values sustainability, honesty, and innovation.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between regular guar gum and cationic guar gum?
Regular guar gum is a thickener but lacks conditioning benefits. Cationic guar gum is positively charged, making it ideal for hair care as it binds to hair strands for a smoother finish.
Can I use this powder in natural or organic formulations?
Yes, it is biodegradable, derived from a renewable resource, and compatible with natural and COSMOS-style formulations.
Does it affect the pH of my product?
It is stable in formulations with a pH between 5–7, making it ideal for most hair care products.
Is Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride vegan?
Yes, it is plant-derived, vegan-friendly, and not tested on animals.
Will it leave build-up on the hair?
When used within the recommended percentage, it rinses well and does not cause build-up.
Are there any restrictions on the use of Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?
There aren't official restrictions on the use of Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, but most experts agree that using it up to 2% in formulations is generally considered safe and effective.
Where can I find more information about this product?
You can find detailed information about shipping, product specifications, and safety guidelines on our website.
Recipes & Blends
It can be cross matrixed with several other thickening agents like Konjac Glucomannan, Xanthan Gum and Cellulose. Make each gel separately before blending them together. This makes a stronger gel matrix.
Click on the links below to be directed to great recipes featuring Guar Gum Powder:
Revitalising Face Mask
Technical Documents
Here is a link to all non batch specific documents for this product Link to Technical Documents.
If you have any questions about the documents or need the Certificate of Analysis (COA) for a product which you have recived, then please request that here.
Pairs well with
Related Products / Pair With
Glycerine – Natural Humectant for Hydration
Emulsifying Wax (BTMS 25) – Conditioning Emulsifier for Hair Creams
D-Panthenol – Pro Vitamin B5 for Hair Shine and Strength
Xanthan Gum – Enhances viscosity and stability when combined with Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride.
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