Polysorbate 80
Polysorbate 80 is an emulsifier — emulsifier and solubiliser. It's found in 77 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
Emulsifier and solubiliser
Who it's best for
A supporting ingredient — found in most cream and lotion formulas.
- Essential for product stability, not typically chosen by the consumer
- Generally well-tolerated across all skin types
- Helps oil and water phases blend into a smooth, usable texture
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Locks moisture in(occlusive)
77 products
Holds the formula together
Best products with Polysorbate 80
exfoliant
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See all serums →Top products with Polysorbate 80
Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads
Renewing Rich Firming and Barrier Repair Cream with Ginseng and Squalane
StriVectin Anti-Wrinkle Intensive Eye Cream
Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel Pads
Multi-Peptide Moisturizer
Smart Clinical Repair™ Wrinkle Correcting Anti-Aging Serum with 1% Retinoid
Deep Collagen Power Boosting Mask
Travel-Size Start'r Set: Oily + Combo Skin Edition
Skinpower Airy Milky Lotion
R.N.A. Power Anti-Aging Cream
Eye Activator Brightening and Firming Serum with Peptides + Exosomes
TIME-FILLER Crème Absolue Correction Rides
Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
Dynamic Skin Recovery Broad Spectrum SPF 50
KateCeuticals® Firming Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
Resilience Multi-Effect Tri-Peptide Face and Neck Creme
Crème anti-âge jour et nuit 4 en 1
Retinol Night Cream
Rénergie H.C.F. Triple Eye Serum
Intensive Eye Cream Concentrate for Wrinkles PLUS
Frequently asked questions
What does Polysorbate 80 do in skincare?
Emulsifier and solubiliser
Is Polysorbate 80 safe for sensitive skin?
Polysorbate 80 is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Polysorbate 80?
77 products in our database contain Polysorbate 80. The highest-rated is Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads scoring 9.1/9.8.
Can I use Polysorbate 80 every day?
Emulsifiers are present in most cream formulas and are used daily without concern. They are a structural part of the product.