PEG-20 Sorbitan Oleate

AKA “Polysorbate 80, Tween 80, Sorbitan Oleate PEG-20”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Peg-20 sorbitan oleate

AKA: Polysorbate 80, Tween 80, Sorbitan Oleate PEG-20

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleanser that helps remove oil and impurities while keeping your formula smooth and blended. Works to lift makeup and dirt without stripping skin.

CAS #

9005-65-6

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Surfactant Cleansing

Surfactant Emulsifying

Moisturizing

Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day

Strengthens Barrier

Removes dirt and impurities

Lifts away dirt and oil

Mixes oil and water

Traditional Use

Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic emulsifier combining polyethylene glycol with sorbitan and oleic acid (from olive oil). Created to stabilize oil-water mixtures in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals without relying on traditional natural emulsifiers.