Widely used in body washes, cleansers, and shampoos.
Uses
Polysorbate-80 is primarily used as a surfactant, emulsifier, and solubilizer.
Benefits
• Has solvent properties
• Widely used
• Multi-purpose
• Water-soluble
Usage Rate
The usage for this product depends on the nature of the formulation, thus there is no exact recommended concentration.
Strengths
Safe, non-irritant, and eco-friendly.
Caution
Polysorbate-80 (Tween-80) is used in the process of emulsification of oil-based and water-based ingredients by preventing them from separating. As a surfactant, polysorbate 80 is widely used in body washes, cleansers, and shampoos. It has a neutral charge, making it suitable for acting as a surface-active agent and hence lowering the surface tension.
When used alone, polysorbate-80 is an excellent solubiliser for essential oils and as a wetting agent, viscosity modifier, anti-static agent, stabilizer, and dispersing agent. Polysorbate 80 may also improve the rinse-off of anhydrous scrubs and cleansing oils.