Jaguar Gum - Guar Gum - Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

• INCI Name:
  Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride (often supplied as Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride or other derivatives depending on the raw material)
• Molecular Formula:
  Not a single fixed formula (polymeric quaternary ammonium compound)
• CAS Number:
  Commonly supplied as Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride – 65497-29-2
• Alternate Names:
  • Cationic Guar
  • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
  • Conditioning Guar Polymer
  • Quaternized Guar Gum
  • Hair Conditioning Polymer
• Benefits & Uses (Short):
  • Improves hair softness and smoothness
  • Reduces static and flyaway hair
  • Enhances wet and dry combability
  • Provides conditioning without excessive buildup
  • Improves feel of shampoos and conditioners
  • Used in shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, body washes, and styling products
• How It Works (Short):
  • Functions as a cationic (positively charged) conditioning polymer that is attracted to the negatively charged surface of damaged hair
  • Deposits a thin conditioning film on hair fibers, improving softness and manageability
  • Helps reduce friction between hair strands, making combing easier
  • Controls static electricity and minimizes frizz formation
  • Improves foam feel and conditioning performance in shampoos
  • Can also enhance skin feel in body wash and cleansing formulations
• Olfactory Notes:
  • Practically odorless
  • Very faint characteristic polymer odor
  • Neutral scent profile
  • Does not significantly affect fragrance systems

• FAQs:

  Q: What is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride used for?
  A: It is mainly used as a conditioning agent in hair care products to improve softness, combability, and manageability.

  Q: Is it suitable for shampoos?
  A: Yes, it is widely used in shampoos to provide conditioning benefits without weighing hair down.

  Q: Does it reduce frizz?
  A: Yes, it helps control static electricity and reduces frizz and flyaways.

  Q: What is the typical usage level?
  A: Generally 0.1%–1.0%, depending on the formulation and desired conditioning effect.

  Q: Can it be used in sulfate-free shampoos?
  A: Yes, it is compatible with many sulfate-free and mild surfactant systems.