POLYSORBATE 65

Ingredient type: SURFACTANT

Nonionic surfactant

✨ Role: Polysorbate 65 is used in cosmetic products as an emulsifier. It helps to effectively blend ingredients that would not normally combine, such as oil and water. This ensures a smooth, homogeneous texture for creams and lotions.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is considered safe for cosmetic use by most regulatory authorities when used in recommended concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, Polysorbate 65 is synthetically derived, making it a compatible choice for vegan formulations.

✨ Worth knowing: This ingredient is generally well tolerated by the skin. However, like any emulsifier, excessive use can potentially cause slight dryness in very sensitive skin. It is derived from sorbitan oil and oleic acid which makes it soluble in water and oil.

Present in: Commonly used in moisturizers, lotions, hair products, and sometimes in facial cleansers.

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