Guar Gum is a naturally derived, water-soluble galactomannan widely used in cosmetic and personal-care formulations as a thickener, stabilizer and viscosity modifier. It helps improve the texture, consistency and stability of creams, gels, lotions and cleansing products.
Guar Gum is a natural hydrocolloid obtained from the seed endosperm of the guar plant. It consists mainly of galactomannan, a high-molecular-weight polysaccharide composed of mannose and galactose units. When dispersed in water, it hydrates and produces a viscous solution, making it highly useful for controlling formulation consistency and flow properties. USP
In cosmetic formulations, Guar Gum helps provide thickening, stabilizing, suspending and conditioning properties. It can improve the texture and body of creams, lotions, gels and cleansing formulations while helping keep dispersed ingredients uniformly distributed.
Guar Gum is also used in hair-care products where its conditioning and film-forming characteristics can contribute to improved hair feel, smoothness and manageability.