Polysorbate 20 / 60 / 80

Polysorbates are gentle, non-ionic surfactants used widely in personal care, home fragrance, and skincare formulations. Available in different grades such as Polysorbate 20, 60, and 80, these emulsifiers are essential for dispersing and solubilizing oils into water-based solutions, helping create stable and homogenous products like linen sprays, room mists, body mists, and facial toners.

Key Benefits of Polysorbates:

• Emulsification & Solubilization: Ideal for blending essential oils or fragrance oils into water, preventing separation and settling.

• Versatility: Polysorbate 20 is typically used with lighter essential oils, while 60 and 80 handle heavier or more stubborn oils.

• Clarity Adjustment: Achieving a clear formulation may require testing different polysorbate-to-oil ratios. Begin with a 2:1 ratio of polysorbate to oil and slowly add distilled water, adjusting the ratio as needed.

• Mildness & Safety: Non-irritating and gentle on the skin, making them suitable for use in body care products.

How to Use:

• Linen & Room Sprays: Mix essential or fragrance oils with twice as much polysorbate, then slowly add distilled water to the mix. Shake well.

• Facial & Body Mists: Create fine, oil-in-water dispersions for soothing and aromatic skincare products.

• Formulation Tip: Avoid exceeding 5% polysorbate in your total formulation. The required amount will vary depending on the oil used.

Product Information:

• INCI Name: Polysorbate 20 / 60 / 80

• Appearance: Clear to light yellow liquid (varies slightly by grade)

• Solubility: Soluble in water and oil

• Usage Rate: Typically 1% – 5%

Polysorbate 20, 60, and 80 are indispensable ingredients for formulators looking to create elegant, oil-infused water-based products with long-lasting clarity and stability.