Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) – 1KG

Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) – 1KG

Product Overview

Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) is a premium cosmetic-grade non-ionic surfactant, emulsifier, and solubilizer widely used in personal care, cosmetic, and fragrance formulations. It is especially effective for solubilizing essential oils and fragrance oils into water or water-alcohol systems, producing clear and stable products. It is also used as an oil-in-water (O/W) emulsifier and as a mildness additive in detergent-based formulations.

Technical Information

*Appearance is based on typical commercial specifications; the uploaded dossier refers users to the product specification and SDS for exact physical properties.

Description

Polysorbate 20 is an ethoxylated sorbitan ester that provides excellent solubilizing performance for essential oils, perfume oils, botanical extracts, and other oil-soluble ingredients. It helps disperse oils evenly into aqueous formulations while maintaining clarity and stability.

It is commonly used in perfumes, body mists, room sprays, facial mists, mouthwashes, shampoos, and cosmetic lotions. In addition, it can be combined with sorbitan esters such as Span 20 or Span 60 as an effective oil-in-water emulsifier for creams and lotions.

Key Functions

• 🌿 Solubilizer for essential oils
• 🌸 Solubilizer for fragrance oils
• 💧 Water-compatible emulsifier
• 🧴 Oil-in-water (O/W) emulsifier
• ✨ Produces clear formulations
• 🫧 Mild non-ionic surfactant
• ⚗️ Dispersing agent
• 🧼 Mildness additive in detergent systems

Recommended Usage

Solubilizing Ratio

For perfumes and essential oils, Croda recommends starting with:

3–8 parts Polysorbate 20 : 1 part fragrance or essential oil

The exact ratio depends on the fragrance composition and should be optimized during formulation to achieve a stable, clear solution.

Common Applications

• Perfume Sprays
• Body Mists
• Room Sprays
• Linen Sprays
• Air Fresheners
• Facial Toners
• Facial Mists
• Mouthwash
• Cosmetic Serums
• Creams
• Lotions
• Shampoos
• Essential Oil Blends
• Clear Gels
• Wet Wipes

Key Benefits

• ✅ Premium Cosmetic Grade
• ✅ Excellent Essential Oil Solubilizer
• ✅ Ideal for Fragrance Oils
• ✅ Produces Crystal Clear Water-Based Products
• ✅ Mild Non-Ionic Surfactant
• ✅ Excellent Compatibility with Cosmetic Ingredients
• ✅ Improves Product Stability
• ✅ Suitable for Alcohol-Free or Reduced-Alcohol Fragrance Systems
• ✅ Easy to Formulate
• ✅ Professional Formulation Ingredient

Formulation Tip

Always pre-mix Polysorbate 20 with the fragrance or essential oil before adding water. This helps achieve better solubilization and clearer formulations. The ideal ratio varies with each fragrance oil and should be verified through formulation testing.

Safety & Storage

• For external use only.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the container tightly closed.
• Perform stability and compatibility testing before commercial production.
• Conduct a patch test for leave-on products.

Why Choose Polysorbate 20?

Polysorbate 20 is one of the most widely used cosmetic solubilizers worldwide due to its excellent compatibility, mildness, and ability to create clear, stable water-based formulations. Whether you’re formulating perfumes, body mists, room sprays, or cosmetic products, it provides reliable performance and professional-quality results.