Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant, emulsifier, and solubilizer used in skincare and personal care products. It is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products as an emulsifier, solubilizer, and surfactant. It helps to mix oil and water-based ingredients together and create a smooth, even texture. Polysorbate 80 is generally considered safe for use in cosmetics and personal care products, but it can cause skin irritation in some people.
Enhances the penetration of other key ingredients such as antioxidants.
All skin types except those that have an identified allergy to it.
Skin irritation
If your skin is sensitive then it may be beneficial to avoid this ingredient. While this reaction is rare, it may be best to have a discussion with your dermatologist or doctor to determine whether it may be potentially contributing to the sensitivity you are experiencing.
Sorbitol and oleic acid
Safe
Restricted
Polysorbate 80 is found in cosmetic preparations, food stuffs and other household products. It is used in bath bombs to help disperse oils in water. It is also used in skin care formulations as an emulsifying or solubilizing agent and can help create a more aesthetically pleasing texture. Polysorbate 80 is a vegan ingredient. It is derived from vegetable oils and doesn’t use animal or animal byproducts in its production. Polysorbate 80 is used as an emulsifier in combination with a variety of other hydrophobic emulsifiers to cover a wide range of oil in water, and water in oil emulsion systems. Individually, it is an excellent solubilizer of essential oils, wetting agent, viscosity modifier, stabilizer and dispersing agent. Use it in the creation of linen and room sprays, body sprays and other products where oils need to be solubilized in water. Polysorbate 80 is also used in foods as emulsifier for salad dressings and chocolates, in cosmetics for preparing skin, facial cleansers and hair care products, and to disperse active ingredients in pharmaceuticals benefiting the pharmacological industry.
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