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ESAFLOR® EC 3 is a cationic bio-based derivative of guar gum, with high molecular weight and medium cationic substitution. It offers optimal conditioning properties for hair and skin care products, as well as deposition of water-insoluble actives. Ideal for everyday-use shampoos. Suitable for conditioning shampoos, cream rinses, bath and shower products and other personal care products. Physical form: powder, 100%

INCI Name: Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

Functions: Conditioner, Detangler, Foam Stabilizer, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, From Renewable Resources, GMO-free, Halal, Natural, Naturally Derived, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: COSMOS, Halal

Benefit Claims: Detangling, Ease of Formulation, Easy Dispersability, Foam Enhancement, Foam Stability, Hair Conditioning, Improved Thickness, Luxurious Skin-Feel, Silky Feel, Skin Conditioning, Soft Feel

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications Benefits

ESAFLOR® cationic guar derivatives are truly multipurpose ingredients:

Conditioning effect:Their cationic charge can interact with keratin, leaving skin silky and soft, and hair easy to comb. They can also reduce the negative effects of harsh soaps and surfactants.
Foam boosting: Foaming properties of surfactants can be increased, improving the sensory appeal of rinseoff products.
Thickening: Viscosity of formulas can be enhanced thanks to guar polymeric nature.
Optimized actives delivery: Delivery of water-insoluble ingredients onto hair and skin can be enhanced, with a co-deposition mechanism.

Summary of Benefits
  • Optimal hair conditioning 
  • Deposition of water-insoluble actives 
  • Ideal for everyday-use shampoos
  • Foam boosting effect
  • Thickening properties
  • Natural and renewable origin

Applications & Uses

AP/Deo Applications
Bath & Shower Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications
Sun Care Applications

Properties

Physical Form

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Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Global