Polysorbate 80

Description

In skin care products, polysorbate 80, also known as Tween 80, is considered a safe and non-toxic chemical . It’s a viscous and odourless liquid that’s amber-golden in colour. It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan (chemical compounds formed by dehydrating sugar alcohol) combined with oleic acid, a fatty acid contained in animal and vegetable fats. These ingredients work together to form a powerful emulsifier, which means they help liquids of varying densities bind together and avoid separation.

Additionally, polysorbate 80 is a solubiliser, which means it helps dissolve ingredients that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to dissolve on their own. It is also a surfactant which is a material that lowers the surface tension of a liquid that makes it easier and smoother to spread. Because of these characteristics, polysorbate 80 is used for a variety of cosmetics and personal care products.

Polysorbate 80 specifically is a common fragrance and essential oil solubiliser as well as an emulsifying agent. Soluble in alcohol and water but not in oil, Polysorbate 80 is characteristically a co-emulsifier that is used to modify the viscosity (i.e. thickness) of a product.It is generally used to combine thicker or heavier oils such as sunflower oil, argan oil and other thick carrier oils. It is usually added to cosmetic formulations during the oil process which can help to achieve a uniform consistency by allowing different ingredients to mix more thoroughly. It helps creams, lotions, and gels remain stable, particularly those made with cold processes. Polysorbate 80 can be added to a variety of sprays as a fragrance and essential oil dispersal agent. Bath oils, for example, can be made by mixing Polysorbate 80 with an appropriate liquid. Bath bombs, sugar or salt scrubs, and whipping or foaming body creams are all examples of items that contain it.

Polysorbate is also known for its soothing feeling when it is applied to the skin, making it an excellent cosmetic ingredient for skincare products of all styles and conditions.

Cosmetics Benefits of polysorbate 80
1. it is an excellent solubilizer of essential oils.
2. It is an excellent wetting agent.
3. Polysorbate 80 is an excellent viscosity modifier.
4. Polysorbate 80 is an excellent stabilizer and dispersing agent.
5. It is also Use it in the creation of linen and room sprays, body sprays and other products where oils need to be solubilized in water.

CAS No. 9005-65-6

INCI: Polysorbate 80

Appearance: Amber golden colored liquid

purity : > 95%

Saponification value: 45-55

HLB value: 14.9 (gives oil-in-water emulsions).

Typical use level : 1 – 10%. For external use only.

Grade: cosmetics grade

Origin: Germany

Compability: works well with most ingredients

Applications:
-Skin Cleansing
-Skin Freshener
-Makeup Bases and Formulations
-Moisture Cream
-Moisture Lotion
-Cleansers
-Shower Gel
-Shampoo
-Bath Bombs

Precaution: avoid using with the anionic surfactant in the same bath.

Packaging: Our water/Liquid based ingredients are bottled in plastics avoid spillage.

Recommended Storage: Our water/Liquid based ingredients should be stored in cool temperatures away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container.

(current Lot will expire August 2027)

DISCLAIMER:
– DAKITZ NATURAL PRODUCTS are for cosmetic, personal care formulations and are meant for external use only unless otherwise STATED. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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