Polysorbate 80 (8oz) | USP Grade Natural Emulsifier & Solubilizer - Tween 80 for Essential Oils, Lotions, Shampoos & Bath Products | Improves Clarity & Stability

Product Overview

Polysorbate 80, also known as Tween 80, is a versatile and essential ingredient for anyone passionate about creating their own natural cosmetics, bath products, and personal care items. Sourced from 33rd Parallel Soap Co., this 8-ounce bottle contains USP-grade Polysorbate 80, ensuring the highest purity and safety for your formulations. Whether you are a seasoned DIY enthusiast or just starting out, this emulsifier and solubilizer will become a staple in your workshop, helping you achieve professional-quality results every time.

Key Features and Benefits

USP Grade Purity: Our Polysorbate 80 meets United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards, guaranteeing a high level of purity and consistency. This means you can trust it for use in products that come into contact with your skin, such as lotions, creams, and bath oils.

Superior Emulsification: Polysorbate 80 acts as a powerful emulsifier, allowing you to blend oil-based ingredients (like essential oils, carrier oils, and fragrances) with water-based ingredients (like distilled water, hydrosols, and aloe vera juice) into a stable, creamy emulsion. This prevents separation and ensures your product maintains its intended texture and appearance.

Effective Solubilization: This ingredient is also an excellent solubilizer, meaning it can help you incorporate small amounts of oil-soluble components into water-based solutions. This is particularly useful for creating clear, homogenous products like facial toners, room sprays, and body mists where you want the essential oil or fragrance to be fully dispersed without cloudiness.

Improves Clarity and Stability: By reducing the surface tension between oil and water, Polysorbate 80 helps create a more uniform and stable product. Your lotions will stay creamy, your shampoos will remain clear, and your bath products will maintain their intended viscosity over time.

Versatile Use: This emulsifier is compatible with a wide range of ingredients and can be used in countless formulations, including lotions, creams, shampoos, conditioners, body washes, bath bombs, massage oils, and more.

How to Use

Polysorbate 80 is easy to incorporate into your recipes. The recommended usage rate typically ranges from 1% to 5% of the total formulation, depending on the specific product and the amount of oil you need to emulsify or solubilize. For best results, add Polysorbate 80 to your oil phase (the oils and oil-soluble ingredients) before combining with the water phase. Heat both phases gently to a similar temperature (around 160-170°F or 70-75°C) to ensure proper blending. Then slowly add the water phase to the oil phase while stirring continuously. As the mixture cools, it will form a stable emulsion. For solubilizing essential oils in water-based products, a common ratio is 1 part Polysorbate 80 to 1 part essential oil, but you may need to adjust based on the specific oil and desired clarity. Always perform a small test batch first to determine the optimal ratio for your formulation.

Who It Is For

This product is ideal for DIY cosmetic makers, soap crafters, bath product creators, and anyone who enjoys formulating their own personal care items at home. Whether you are a beginner looking to create your first lotion or an experienced maker seeking a reliable, high-quality emulsifier, Polysorbate 80 from 33rd Parallel Soap Co. is designed to meet your needs. It is also perfect for small business owners who produce handmade skincare and bath products and require consistent, professional-grade ingredients.

Why Choose This Product

33rd Parallel Soap Co. is committed to providing premium ingredients that help you craft exceptional products. Our Polysorbate 80 is USP grade, meaning it undergoes rigorous testing for purity and quality. We offer it in a convenient 8-ounce size, perfect for both trial and regular use. By choosing our product, you are investing in a reliable emulsifier that will enhance the texture, stability, and appearance of your creations. Plus, our clear packaging and detailed labeling ensure you know exactly what you are getting. Trust 33rd Parallel Soap Co. for all your soap and cosmetic making needs.

Technical Details

Ingredients: Polysorbate 80 (USP Grade)
Product Size: 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Form: Liquid
Shelf Life: Typically 2-3 years when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Always check product labeling for specific expiration date.
Storage: Keep container tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.