AURIST™ GHI

Natural polymers have long been used as rheology, sensory, and texture modifiers. Guar gum is a polymer extracted from the endosperm of the Guar bean. In this article, we discuss guar gum’s rheological behavior and application as a thickener in different types of cosmetic formulations. We also investigate how the synergistic combination of Guar gum and Xanthan gum results in enhanced viscosity. The wide pH range and cationic components compatibility, together with its unique sensory profile, make the underused guar gum a very promising ingredient for the thickening of various beauty and personal care products.