Polysorbate 20 - (Twin 20)

Yellow liquid with a slight odor. soluble in water

Its international designation for cosmetic ingredients: polysorbate 20

Its benefits:

1. Non-ionic emulsifier (enables water and oil to mix)
2. Emulsifying efficacy is further increased when combined with cetyl alcohol or sorbitan stearate
3. Acts as a dispersing agent and anti-static thickener
4. Very useful as a solvent and stabilizer for essential oils.

Its uses:

It can be added to formulas as is. Typical use level 2-10%. For external use only.