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Polysorbate 80 is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier often used in foods and cosmetics. It specifically aids in the mixing of oil and water and is typically used in formulations containing more oils than water.
It is soluble in water, alcohol and butters and insoluble in oils.
Use to modify viscosity and as a dispersing agent for fragrances and essential oils particularly in heavier creams, carrier oils and bath products.
Use to help with whipping and foaming body creams. (usage 1-5%)
Substitute oils or witch hazel in bath bombs to help retain fizz (between 1-6% usage)
Suitable for body scrubs, body creams, lotions, room spray, bath oils, bath bombs
Prevent bathtub staining when using dyes or micas (usage 1-2% or 1 part P80 to 2 parts oil/butter)
Purity of Polysorbate 80 is greater than 99%
Polysorbate 20 is a gentle, non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier commonly used in cosmetic, skincare, and fragrance formulations. It plays an important role in helping oil and water blend together, creating stable and uniform mixtures in products that contain both.
Emulsifier: Blends oils and water seamlessly at a typical 1:1 ratio, helping to stabilise your formulations.
Solubiliser: Disperses essential and fragrance oils evenly in water-based systems such as body sprays, mists, and toners.
Surfactant: Assists with gentle cleansing and foaming properties.
Stabiliser: Improves the consistency, appearance, and longevity of emulsions.
Polysorbate 20 is widely used in:
Facial toners and mists
Room and linen sprays
Shampoos and body washes
Cleansing products
Makeup bases and foundations
Skin lotions and serums
It is particularly effective in formulations with less than 5% oil content, where a clear or lightly translucent final product is desired.
Mild, non-irritating and suitable for sensitive skin
Ideal for dispersing fragrance and essential oils in water
Helps prevent oil separation and cloudiness
Easy to use and compatible with a wide range of ingredients
Emulsifying wax is used for combining oil and water in recipes for lotions, creams, and other cosmetics.
This vegetable derived emulsifying wax is a combination of Ceteareth 20 and Cetearyl Alcohol. Ceteareth-20 is a glycol ether derived from a blend of natural cetyl and stearyl alcohols from coconut oil, and Cetearyl Alcohol, produced from the reduction of plant oils and natural waxes.
Emulsifying was is a very mild, non-ionic, self emulsifying wax with great stability.
This wax can be used in creams, lotions, lotion bars, body polishes and scrubs and body butters.
Creamy Foaming Facial Cleanser
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