Esaflor® HC 56

Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride. Esaflor® HC 56 by Lamberti acts as a conditioner, detangler, viscosity modifier, thickener, foam booster and foam stabilizer. It is a hydroxypropylated cationic bio-based polymer obtained by quaternization of guar gum, designed for cosmetics and personal care applications.

• It is compatible with most anionic and amphoteric surfactants.
• It provides a conditioning effect on hair and skin and reducing the negative effects of soaps and surfactants.
• It is characterized by moderate aqueous viscosity and optimal compatibility with surfactant systems.
• It offers light conditioning properties and it is ideal for volumizing.
• At the same time it improves hair brightness and can increase mildness towards skin.
• It is not sensitive to electrolytes and it does not affect the appearance and rheology of the surfactant system.
• In haircare: it is used in 2-in-1 shampoos and conditioners, providing excellent detangling properties and enhancing hair feel.
• In shaving gels and foams, it improves foam stability and enhances the lubrication of creams.
• In cream rinses, Esaflor® HC 56 delivers a silky afterfeel.
• In liquid soaps and body washes, it imparts a soft, luxurious afterfeel to the skin.
• It is used in skin cleansing formulations, such as shower gels.
• It is suitable for hazy or opaque formulations.
• It is available globally.

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