Talsen Chemicals Polysorbate 20 Cosmetic Grade (12 Ounce / 355 mL) Liquid Solubilizer and Emulsifier for Oil-in-Water Tween 20 Humectant for Skin Care Products by Talsen Chemicals

CAS: 9005-64-5 INCI Name: Polysorbate-20 Grade: Food & Cosmetic Polysorbate 20 is an essential oil emulsifier agent as well as a solubilizer. Polysorbate 20 is a non-ionic surfactant that acts as a gentle, non-irritating emulsifier. It consists of laurate esters of sorbitol consisting of the monoester condensed with ethylene oxide (polyoxyethylene-20 sorbitan monostearate). It is soluble in water and insoluble in oils. Body washes, hair shampoos, lotions, creams, bath oils, and solubilizers. Yellow liquid no or weak odor. HLB Value: 16.7 (gives oil-in-water emulsions), pH: 5 - 7 (5 - 10 % aqueous solution). Polysorbate 20 cosmetic is often used in cosmetic products as an emulsifier. Polysorbate 20 organics used in all-natural bath bombs, preservatives for lotion and soap making, and preservatives for cosmetics. It lubricates and has a soothing effect on the skin. Benefits: Non-ionic emulsifier (enables water and oil to mix) Acts as dispersing agent and anti-static thickener Very useful as solubilizer and stabilizer of essential oils. Use: Can be added to formulas as is, usual concentration 2 - 10%. For external use only. Raw material source: Vegetable oils Animal Testing: Not animal tested GMO: Not tested for GMOs Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components About this item Polysorbate 20 is often used in cosmetic products as an emulsifier by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified. Soluble in water & and alcohols, it is insoluble in oils. Polysorbate 20 is a fragrance solubilizer and stabilizer. Polysorbate 20 can be used as a solubilizing agent in oil-in-water emulsifications as well as a humectant in skin care products. Polysorbate 20 is an ingredient used in skincare and cosmetic formulations to improve the texture, feel, and scent of the product. Polysorbate 20, also listed on an ingredient label as Tween 20, is formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan (a natural ingredient) before the addition of lauric acid. See more product details