Polisorbato 20

Descrizione

A mild solubilizer for lipophilic substances and co-emulsifier for O/W emulsions. Multipurpose, effective and versatile non-ionic surfactant for use in cosmetic applications.

BENEFITS

• effective solubiliser for essential oils and fragrance oils in aqueous and aqueous/alcoholic systems
• compatible with non-ionic emulsifiers and anionic and cationic surfactants
• reduces the irritating effect of sulfates and even the low irritation potential of surfactant systems
• mildness additive in baby shampoo and cleansing agent in wet wipes
• stable to mild acids, alkalis and electrolytes
• has long-standing pharmacopoeia approval and a safe history of use in cosmetic products

USE RECOMMENDATIONS

• cosmetic ingredient
• applications include toners, face mist, EDT, aftershaves and colognes, body spray, deodorants, bath oils
• solubilizer of lipophilic substances
• can be used as a mild non-ionic surfactant in shampoos, shower and foam baths
• as an emulsifier/co-emulsifier for O/W emulsions; add into the oil phase or water phase depending on the solubility
• as solubilizer for fatty oils, essential oils and fragrance oils in aqueous preparations
• as a solubilizer in aqueous or surfactant solutions it is generally sufficient to mix with the oils, then add the other ingredients

SAFETY DATA

• cosmetic use only
• for details refer to safety datasheet