A natural gum derived from guar beans that smooths hair, reduces frizz, and helps products glide onto skin evenly while maintaining the right consistency.
CAS #
65497-29-2
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from guar gum, a natural polysaccharide extracted from guar bean seeds (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba). Modified through hydroxypropylation and quaternization with trimethylamine and chlorine to create a cationic polymer.
Function
Antistatic | Film Forming | Skin Conditioning | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a chemically modified derivative of guar gum to function as a cationic conditioner and thickener in cosmetics and hair care products.