Hydrolyzed Guar

Hydrolyzed Guar is a cosmetic ingredient used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROLYZED GUAR
FunctionVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number9000-30-0
EC number232-536-8
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Facial Treatments 33.3%Hair Sprays 33.3%Serums 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Hydrolyzed Guar do in skincare?
Hydrolyzed Guar functions as a viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydrolyzed Guar allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hydrolyzed Guar?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially facial treatments (33.3% of its uses).

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