Used in a wide range of personal care applications, Guar HS14 is a high molecular weight modified guar gum that is compatible with most anionic surfactants. Allowing for a high deposition of actives, Guar HS14 provides texturizing, repairing, protecting, conditioning, moisturizing, and thickening properties. It also provides color protection, soft hold, substantivity and improvement in ease of wet and dry combing. Guar HS14 is recommended for use in conditioners, hair masks, shampoos, detangling products, and nourishing and healing skin care products. The INCI name of this organic compound is guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride. Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride in shampoo and conditioner provides the above-mentioned depositing and antistatic functions without weighing hair down.