Polysorbate 80
A synthetic surfactant and emulsifier that blends oils and water in cosmetics and has been used safely for decades in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Published safety literature is extensive and reassuring at cosmetic levels.
Polysorbates are sometimes claimed to be inherently contaminated with harmful substances or to cause organ damage. In reality, the published safety literature on polysorbates is extensive and supportive, regulatory bodies have reviewed them repeatedly, and they are widely accepted at cosmetic use concentrations.
Products with Polysorbate 80
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