Polysorbate 20

About

Polysorbate 20 (also known as Tween 20) is a mild, non-ionic surfactant commonly used in cosmetics and personal care formulations. It acts as an emulsifier, dispersant and stabiliser, making it essential for blending essential oils and other oil-phase ingredients into water or water-based products. This versatile ingredient allows complete integration of oils into cleansers, sprays and skincare formulations.

Key Benefits

• Enables oil and water phases to blend seamlessly without separation
• Suitable for use in body sprays, room sprays and cleansing products
• Mild formulation minimises irritation in personal care applications
• Works effectively in both water and ethanol-based systems
• Plant-based and vegan-friendly ingredient
• 100% pure with no synthetic additives or GMO content
• Cruelty-free and not tested on animals

Common Uses

• Emulsifying essential oils into room and body sprays
• Stabilising oil-based formulations in cleansers and face washes
• Creating homemade cosmetics and personal care products
• Blending fragrance oils into water-based preparations

How to Use

• Combine equal parts of your essential or fragrance oil with Polysorbate 20
• Stir until the mixture becomes clear, indicating complete integration
• Add this pre-blended solution to your water or alcohol base
• Use as required in your formulation following standard cosmetic guidelines

Product Details

• Other name: Tween 20
• Appearance: Yellow-brown oily liquid
• Solubility: Soluble in water and ethanol; practically insoluble in fatty oils and liquid paraffin
• Source: Ethically sourced, plant-based ingredient
• Purity: 100% pure, free from synthetics and GMO content

Safety

• Always dilute before use in cosmetic formulations
• Keep out of reach of children
• This product is classified as a Dangerous Good and cannot be shipped overseas or via express delivery within Australia