emulsifier · surfactant
Polysorbate 60
Generally safe·Strong evidence
A synthetic surfactant widely used to emulsify oils and water in cosmetics. It is well tolerated and has been used safely in cosmetic formulations for decades.
Questions
- Is polysorbate 60 safe?
- Polysorbate 60 is an emulsifier used to blend oil and water in cosmetics, similar to polysorbate 20. Published reviews show no safety concerns, and it's approved globally in cosmetics.
- What is polysorbate 60 used for?
- Polysorbate 60 helps keep oil and water from separating in products like creams and lotions. It also can help dissolve fragrance oils.
Products with Polysorbate 60
- 100AmLactinFoot Repair Cream
- 100Ultra VioletteSupreme Screen SPF 50+
- 100GlossierSuper Pure
- 100Summer FridaysJet Lag Mask
- 100GlossierPriming Moisturizer
- 100The INKEY ListRetinol Serum
- 100The INKEY ListNiacinamide Serum
- 100Tower28SOS FaceGuard
- 100Ultra VioletteSupreme Screen SPF 50+ Hydrating SKINSCREEN
- 100Tower28SOS FaceGuard SPF 30
- 100The INKEY ListCaffeine Eye Cream
- 100Allies of SkinCopper Tripeptide & Ectoin Advanced Repair Serum
- 100CoverGirlTrueblend Hydrating Foundation
- 100e.l.f.Big Mood Mega Volume & Lifting Mascara
- 100Up & UpOil Free Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 15
- 100WalgreensSpot Acne Treatment
- 99Dr. AltheaAzulene 147HA Intensive Soothing Cream
- 99Too FacedBetter Than Sex Volumizing Mascara
- 99Gold BondAge Renew Crepe Corrector Body Lotion
- 99e.l.f.Glossy Lip Stain
- 98essenceLash Princess False Lash Mascara
- 97Youth to the PeopleSupershroom Calm Cleanser
- 97InnisfreeSuper Volcanic Pore Clay Mask
- 97Trader Joe'sNourish Oil-Free Antioxidant Facial Moisturizer
- 97BenefitThey're Real! Lengthening Mascara
- 96CeraVeHydrating 100% Mineral Sunscreen for Face SPF 50
- 96The Inkey ListTranexamic Acid Serum
- 96SNAILWHITEDouble Boosting Anti-aging Serum
- 96DieuxInstant Angel
- 95Shani DardenRetinol Reform
- 94NacificUyu Cream Toner
- 94NaturiumMulti-Peptide Advanced Serum
- 94Krave BeautyOil La La 2.0
- 94MooGooFull Cream Moisturizer
- 94RiversolMoisturizing Concentrate
- 93CeraVeHydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
- 93CeraVeFacial Moisturizing Lotion AM Lightweight SPF 50
- 92NaturiumVitamin C Complex Serum
- 92The Inkey ListSuccinic Acid Acne Treatment
- 92SomethincGentle Bright Niacinamide + Alpha Arbutin Serum
- 92RiversolExfoliating Glycolic Peel
- 92RiversolRetinol Treatment 0.5%
- 92Gold BondDiabetics' Dry Skin Relief Body Lotion
- 90Nature's GateMoisturizing Lotion, Fragrance Free
- 90Harry'sShave Gel
- 89CetaphilDermaControl Oil Control Moisturizer SPF 30
- 89DermalogicaSkin Smoothing Cream
- 89AveneVery High Protection Cream
- 88BiodermaHydrabio Serum
- 88IsdinFusion Water Urban
- 88Gold BondExtra Strength Medicated Body Lotion
- 88SEPHORA COLLECTIONNourishing Moisturizer
- 88Duke Cannon Supply Co.Ultralight Face Lotion
- 87NeutrogenaSensitive Skin Sunscreen Lotion SPF 60+
- 87FreshRose Deep Hydration Face Cream
- 86KlairsSupple Preparation Facial Toner
- 86Buttah SkinCocoShea Revitalizing Cream
- 86La RoséeMoisturizing Gel Cream
- 85Drunk ElephantT.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial
- 85LOccitaneShea Butter Ultra Rich Body Cream
- 85bareMineralsComplexion Rescue Natural Matte Tinted Moisturizer Mineral SPF 30
- 85Skin AquaTone Up UV Essence
- 85CeraVeAM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 50
- 85Hawaiian TropicSilk Hydration Weightless Face Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30
- 85Clean & ClearBlackhead Clearing Daily Scrub
- 84Jack BlackDouble-Duty Face Moisturizer SPF 20
- 84AmorepacificTime Response Eye Reserve Cream
- 83MustelaBaby Hydra Bebe Body Lotion
- 83SVRSun Secure Creme SPF50+
- 83Up & UpSPF 50 Mineral Zinc Oxide Sunscreen Lotion
- 82Gold BondUltimate Healing Lotion with Aloe
- 82Gold BondUltimate Healing Skin Therapy Lotion with Aloe
- 81TatchaDewy Skin Cream
- 81Kristin EssInstant Exfoliating Scalp Scrub
- 81KopariCoconut Hydrating Body Milk
- 80The OrdinaryAzelaic Suspension 10%
- 80MoroccanoilBody Lotion Fragrance Originale
- 79UriageEau Thermale Water Cream
- 77HuronFace Moisturizer
- 77SVRSebiaclear Active
- 76ElemisSuperfood Vital Veggie Mask
- 75Mane 'n TailOriginal Conditioner
- 75TopicremUltra-Moisturizing Body Milk
- 74BelifThe True Cream Aqua Bomb
- 74ISDINFotoprotector Fusion Water SPF 50
- 73ChantecailleFlower Harmonizing Cream
- 72Gold BondHealing Foot Cream
- 71LuminDaily Face Moisturizer
- 71VerbGhost Conditioner
- 71JergensNatural Glow Instant Sun Sunless Tanning Mousse
- 69Ole HenriksenTruth Serum Hydrating Vitamin C Serum
- 67Glow RecipeWatermelon Glow AHA Night Treatment
- 66HempzTriple Moisture Moisturizing Body Lotion with Fresh/Citrus Scent
- 64ShiseidoBenefiance Wrinkle Smoothing Cream
- 63L'OccitaneShea Butter Hand Cream
- 60SooryehanHyobidam Fermented Cream
- 59O BoticárioNativa SPA Loção Hidratante Corporal Quinoa
- 57GarnierSkinActive Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream
- 50Pond'sRejuveness Anti-Wrinkle Cream
References
Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.