Polysorbate 80 is a natural vegetable sourced emulsifier, and is primarily used in cosmetics and beauty products. It used as a surfactant and emulsifier because of its ability to help other ingredients dissolve in a solvent in which they normally would not be able to dissolve, specifically in the case of oil in water. It can also help to reduce surface tension of substances that need to be emulsified. It is seen in a variety of formulas, including skin fresheners, skin care products, skin cleansing products, makeup bases and foundations, shampoos, and fragrance powders, as well as food products.
Polysorbate 80 is CIR and FDA approved.
A small number of people may be sensitive to polysorbate 80,
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