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product_id: 276836236
title: "Polysorbate 20 Cosmetic Grade (118 mL / 4 Ounce) Liquid Solubilizer and Emulsifier for Oil-in-Water Tween 20 Humectant for Skin Care Products by Talsen Chemicals"
brand: "talsen chemicals"
price: "A$3"
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# Derived from natural sorbitan base Water & alcohol soluble Powerful emulsifier for oil-in-water blends Polysorbate 20 Cosmetic Grade (118 mL / 4 Ounce) Liquid Solubilizer and Emulsifier for Oil-in-Water Tween 20 Humectant for Skin Care Products by Talsen Chemicals

**Brand:** talsen chemicals
**Price:** A$3
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Elevate your skincare game with the ultimate emulsifying secret! 💧

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Polysorbate 20 Cosmetic Grade (118 mL / 4 Ounce) Liquid Solubilizer and Emulsifier for Oil-in-Water Tween 20 Humectant for Skin Care Products by Talsen Chemicals by talsen chemicals
- **How much does it cost?** A$3 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- talsen chemicals enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted talsen chemicals brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Pure Cosmetic Grade:** Premium quality ensures safety and performance in every drop
- • **Fragrance Stabilizer:** Locks in scent integrity for long-lasting freshness
- • **Versatile Solubilizer:** Effortlessly dissolves fragrances and actives in cosmetic formulas
- • **Seamless Emulsification:** Transforms oil and water into flawless blends for silky textures
- • **Skin-Friendly Humectant:** Boosts moisture retention, keeping skin hydrated and radiant

## Overview

Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) is a cosmetic-grade liquid emulsifier and solubilizer, water and alcohol soluble but oil insoluble, derived from ethoxylated sorbitan and lauric acid. It enhances texture, stabilizes fragrances, and acts as a humectant in oil-in-water skincare formulations.

## Description

CAS:  9005-64-5 INCI Name: Polysorbate-20 Grade: Food & Cosmetic Polysorbate 20 is an essential oil emulsifier agent as well as a solubilizer. Polysorbate 20 is a non-ionic surfactant that acts as a gentle, non-irritating emulsifier. It consists of laurate esters of sorbitol consisting of the monoester condensed with ethylene oxide (polyoxyethylene-20 sorbitan monostearate). It is soluble in water and insoluble in oils. Body washes, hair shampoos, lotions, creams, bath oils, and solubilizers. Yellow liquid no or weak odor. HLB Value: 16.7 (gives oil-in-water emulsions), pH: 5 - 7 (5 - 10 % aqueous solution). Polysorbate 20 cosmetic is often used in cosmetic products as an emulsifier. Polysorbate 20 organics used in all-natural bath bombs, preservatives for lotion and soap making, and preservatives for cosmetics. It lubricates and has a soothing effect on the skin.  Benefits:  Non-ionic emulsifier (enables water and oil to mix)  Acts as dispersing agent and anti-static thickener Very useful as solubilizer and stabilizer of essential oils.  Use:  Can be added to formulas as is, usual concentration 2 - 10%. For external use only.  Raw material source:  Vegetable oils Animal Testing:  Not animal tested GMO: Not tested for GMOs Vegan:  Does not contain animal-derived components

## Features

- Polysorbate 20 is often used in cosmetic products as an emulsifier by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified. Soluble in water & and alcohols, it is insoluble in oils.
- Polysorbate 20 is a fragrance solubilizer and stabilizer.
- Polysorbate 20 can be used as a solubilizing agent in oil-in-water emulsifications as well as a humectant in skin care products.
- Polysorbate 20 is an ingredient used in skincare and cosmetic formulations to improve the texture, feel, and scent of the product.
- Polysorbate 20, also listed on an ingredient label as Tween 20, is formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan (a natural ingredient) before the addition of lauric acid.

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Talsen Chemicals
- **Scent:** Unscented
- **Product Benefits:** Soothing
- **Seasons:** All Seasons
- **Item Volume:** 118 Milliliters

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*Last updated: 2026-02-14*