Polysorbate 20 – Cosmetic Grade Nonionic Surfactant

Polysorbate 20 is a versatile, high-purity nonionic surfactant, perfect for emulsifying and stabilizing water and oil mixtures in a wide range of applications. From cosmetics and personal care products to DIY household creations, this surfactant ensures smooth, stable formulations.

Applications for Polysorbate 20 (Nonionic surfactant):

Cosmetic and Personal Care Products

• Emulsifier: Used to blend essential oils with water in creams, lotions, and facial mists.
• Solubilizer: Ensures oils, fragrances, and other lipophilic ingredients dissolve into water-based formulations.
• Stabilizer: Maintains product consistency and prevents separation in emulsions.
• Haircare Products: Found in shampoos and conditioners to improve texture and distribute oils evenly.
• Skincare Products: Used in makeup removers, toners, and serums for effective formulation stability.

Essential Oil Products

• Room Sprays: Combines essential oils with water to create a clear and stable solution.
• Body Sprays: Creates evenly dispersed oil-based fragrances in water-based mists.
• Diffuser Blends: Ensures oils mix uniformly with water in diffuser solutions.

Food and Beverage Industry

• Food Emulsifier: Used in some food-grade applications to stabilize emulsions, though more commonly used for industrial and cosmetic purposes.
• Beverages: Solubilizes flavors and oils in water-based drinks (check for food-grade certification).

Pharmaceutical Industry

• Excipient: Functions as a solubilizer and stabilizer in liquid pharmaceutical formulations.
• Topical Applications: Used in medicated creams and lotions for even ingredient distribution.

Industrial and Household Applications

• Cleaning Products: Enhances the emulsification of oils and grease in detergents and soaps.
• Polishes and Waxes: Assists in blending oil and water components for smooth application.
• Paints and Coatings: Acts as a dispersant to evenly distribute pigments in aqueous solutions.

Laboratory and Research

• Biological Assays: Used to solubilize hydrophobic molecules in research settings.
• Sample Preparation: Aids in creating stable emulsions or suspensions for analytical studies.

Agricultural Products

• Pesticides and Herbicides: Assists in solubilizing active ingredients in water-based agricultural sprays.
• Plant Care Solutions: Improves the mixing of nutrients and oils in foliar sprays.

DIY Applications

• Homemade Cosmetics: A favorite ingredient for DIYers creating lotions, sprays, and body butters.
• Craft Projects: Helps create stable oil-in-water emulsions for candles or other crafts.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
• Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent contamination.
• Recommended storage temperature: 5–30°C.

Handling

• Use clean, dry utensils when handling.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to air and moisture to maintain stability.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) if handling in large quantities.

Safety

• Non-toxic, non-irritating, and safe for cosmetic applications.
• Avoid direct contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly if contact occurs.
• Not hazardous under normal use conditions.