murphyGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Guar gum quaternary ammonium derivative, Guar gum cationic polymer
Synthetic
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Clean
OriginDerived 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.
Guar gum, 2-hydroxy-3-(trimethylammonio)propyl ether, chloride
CAS #
65497-29-2
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR