How to Use AccessGUAR SUPREME in Your Formulations
What AccessGUAR SUPREME Does
Have you ever noticed how hair can feel tangled and frizzy after washing? This is often because the hair shaft carries a slight negative electrical charge, causing individual strands to repel each other. AccessGUAR SUPREME works by neutralizing this charge. As a cationic (positively charged) ingredient, it is attracted to the hair’s surface. It forms a very fine, smooth coating that flattens the hair cuticle, eliminating static, reducing friction between strands, and making hair incredibly easy to comb. Think of it as the ultimate peacemaker for tangled hair.
For the more technical formulator, AccessGUAR SUPREME is a quaternized guar gum (Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride). Its cationic nature gives it high substantivity to hair, allowing it to adsorb onto the keratin surface and deliver conditioning benefits that resist immediate rinse-off. Beyond its primary conditioning role, it also functions as an effective thickener, helping to build viscosity and create a rich, creamy texture in conditioners and shampoos. Because it is derived from the guar bean, it’s a biodegradable alternative to synthetic conditioning polymers.
Formulation Tips
The recommended usage rate for AccessGUAR SUPREME is typically between 0.2% for a light conditioning effect in a shampoo and up to 1.5% for a deep conditioning mask. A good starting point for a daily conditioner is around 0.5–0.8%.
The key to working with this ingredient is proper dispersion to avoid clumps, often called “fish eyes.” Add the powder slowly to the vortex of rapidly mixing water. An even easier technique is to first create a slurry by mixing the powder with a non-aqueous ingredient like glycerin or propanediol before adding it to your water phase. This separates the particles and allows them to hydrate evenly without clumping.
This ingredient is cold-process compatible—no heat required. Ensure it is fully hydrated in your water phase before combining with other ingredients. It works across a wide pH range, making it versatile for many hair care formulas. It is also an excellent partner for silicones; when used together, AccessGUAR SUPREME aids silicone deposition for enhanced smoothing and shine.
Key Formulation Benefits:
- Superior Detangling & Slip: Dramatically reduces the force needed to comb through wet hair, helping prevent breakage and improving manageability.
- Perfect for Clear Formulas: Specifically designed for high clarity, enabling crystal-clear conditioning shampoos and serums without haze.
- Natural & Biodegradable: Derived from the guar bean, offering powerful conditioning with a strong environmental profile.
- Reduces Frizz & Static: Smooths the hair cuticle and neutralizes static for fewer flyaways and a sleek, polished look.
- Enhances Silicone Deposition: Acts as a deposition aid to boost the sensory and performance benefits of silicones where used.
- Thickens & Improves Texture: Contributes to a rich, stable, and luxurious feel in conditioners, masks, and shampoos.