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Tween 80 50 g

Making Oils and Water Stay Together Without Heavy Cream Texture

Tween 80 is a nonionic emulsifier with a high HLB value that solves a very specific technical problem: dissolving a small amount of oil phase into a much larger volume of water without separation, and without turning the mixture into a thick cream. This is exactly why polysorbate 80 sees heavy use far beyond cosmetics. In pharmaceutical manufacturing it solubilizes vitamins and oil-soluble active ingredients in aqueous and injectable formulations, in food production it stabilizes ice cream, sauces, beverages and flavor systems, and in household chemistry it keeps fragrance oils evenly dispersed in sprays, air fresheners and fabric treatments. This item belongs to the Emulsifiers section, which covers both dense cream-building emulsifiers and lighter solubilizers meant for watery systems.

In cosmetic formulation, Tween 80 is the go-to choice for clear toners, aromatic body mists, light serums and cleansing waters where an essential oil needs to dissolve without leaving an oily film on the surface. A typical dosage for solubilizing essential oils in water-based formulas runs from 3 to 10 grams of emulsifier per gram of oil, depending on its viscosity and polarity. For more complex formulas requiring both solubility and a touch of emulsion stability, polysorbate pairs well with other emulsifiers from the same category, such as ERCAWAX CE V for building a dense cream base, or Emulpharma IXL when developing multi-phase lotions with strong long-term stability.

Tween 80 can be introduced into either cold or heated water phases since it has no meaningful breakdown temperature, which simplifies the process considerably. The usual approach is to premix the oil component with the emulsifier first, then slowly add this blend into the water while stirring — this ensures even distribution and a clear final solution. In candle making and wax-based formulations, for instance when working with Soy Wax, a small amount of polysorbate helps distribute fragrance oil uniformly through the melted wax before it sets, preventing scent from pooling unevenly.

The 50 g pack size is well suited to home cosmetic making, small trial batches of fragrance products, and laboratory testing before scaling a formula up — this amount is enough for dozens of experimental spray, toner and serum samples. Store polysorbate 80 in a tightly sealed container, in a dry place away from direct sunlight and temperature swings, to keep it stable over long periods.

Clarifying facial mist with green tea extract

Distilled water 95 ml

Tween 80 4 g

Tea tree essential oil 2 ml

Green tea liquid extract 3 ml

Date:

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Author:

Оля, Краматорск

Reviews

Замовляла тут різні види солей для ванн. Вони мають чудовий аромат та розслаблюючий ефект.

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Агнія, Першотравенск

Я в захваті від цього магазину! Тут можна знайти все необхідне для створення натуральної та екологічної косметики.

1 September 2026

Алиса, Чоп

Очень рада, что нашла этот магазин. Теперь я могу создавать косметику, которая идеально подходит моей коже и волосам.

INCI	Tween-80
Other
Att brand	Italy
Color product	from lemon to amber
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	5 - 7%
Minimum count	1
Name	Tween 80 50 g
Packaging	cosmetic bottle
Packing	50 grams
Solubility	oil, water, alcohol
Type	Surfactant
View	oily liquid
Valid until	05.2028