murphyCarboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Guar Gum Derivative, Carboxymethylated Guar
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from guar gum, a polysaccharide extracted from guar bean endosperm native to India and Pakistan. Produced through carboxymethylation and hydroxypropylation chemical modifications of the guar gum backbone.
Guar gum, carboxymethyl 2-hydroxypropyl ether, sodium salt
CAS #
68130-15-4
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Gel Forming
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR