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Span 80 50 ml

Why a low-HLB sorbitan compound stabilizes water-in-oil formulas

Span 80, known chemically as sorbitan monooleate, belongs to the Emulsifiers category and stands out among surfactants for its low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance value. This property makes it predominantly oil-soluble and well suited for building stable water-in-oil systems. Globally, this ingredient is used far beyond cosmetics — in pharmaceutical ointments and liniments, in agrochemical emulsifiable concentrates for pesticides, in textile and printing industries, and in the formulation of metalworking fluids and industrial lubricants. This broad range of uses comes from its ability to hold water droplets within an oily matrix, preventing phase separation and improving product stability over time.

In cosmetic formulations, sorbitan monooleate is most often chosen for rich creams and balms where a nourishing texture and a protective skin film are desired. It is frequently paired with a hydrophilic emulsifier to reach the required overall HLB for a balanced system. A useful partner for this kind of combination is OLIVEM 2090 Emulsifier 100 ml, which contributes softness and stability to the finished emulsion. Recommended dosage for Span 80 typically ranges from one to five percent of the total formula weight, and it is added during the heating stage of the oil phase, around seventy degrees Celsius, together with waxes and oils, before combining with the water phase.

In pharmaceutical ointments and protective balms, sorbitan monooleate is valued for keeping the product homogeneous over long storage periods and through temperature fluctuations, which matters for warehousing and transport. In industrial metalworking fluids, Span 80 helps prevent separation of water-and-oil based coolant blends, while in agrochemistry it supports concentrates that dilute evenly in water without losing emulsion stability.

For formulations sensitive to synthetic surfactants, a softer alternative worth considering is EMULFREE P 10 ml, which is sometimes combined with sorbitan-type emulsifiers to achieve a different sensory profile. In systems that need extra viscosity control and resistance to sedimentation, polymeric thickeners such as Synthalen® W400 50 ml are often used alongside emulsifiers, working through a different mechanism.

The 50 ml pack size is convenient for home-based cosmetic making, trial batches and small lab-scale tests before scaling a formula further. This quantity lets a formulator fine-tune dosage and find the right hydrophilic pairing without committing large volumes of raw material. Span 80 should be stored in a tightly sealed container, in a dry place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, to preserve its properties throughout the shelf life.

Rich water-in-oil hand and body balm

Shea butter 18 g

Sweet almond oil 20 g

Beeswax 7 g

Span 80 3 g

Distilled water 42 g

Glycerin 3 g

Melt the beeswax, shea butter and almond oil together with Span 80 in the oil phase, heating to about seventy degrees Celsius until fully combined, then warm the water with glycerin separately to the same temperature and slowly pour the water phase into the oil phase while stirring continuously until a thick, uniform balm forms, allowing it to cool to room temperature before transferring into a jar.

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INCI	Sorbitan Oleate
Other
Att brand	USA
Color product	yellow
Concentration	0.5-10%
Descriptio smell	characteristic
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	hydrophilic oils - 5-10%, shampoos and hair conditioners - 1-5%, care for dehydrated skin - 2-3%, bath and shower oils - 15-50%, spray, bath bombs - 5-20% , self-emulsifying body scrubs with salt and sugar - 5-15%
Minimum count	1
Name	Span 80 50 ml
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	50 ml
Solubility	soluble in water, oils and isopropyl alcohol
View	viscous flowing oil
Valid until	11.2028