Polysorbate 20 Firstly, Polysorbate 20 is an emulsifying agent consisting of laurate esters of sorbitol consisting of the monoester condensed with ethylene oxide. Yellow liquid no or weak odor. Soluble in water, HLB Value: 16.7 (gives oil-in-water emulsions), pH: 5 – 7 (5 – 10 % aqueous solution).  Also known as tween 20 it helps bind ingredients like oil water to each other. It’s make from polyethoxylated sorbitan (chemical compounds derived from the dehydration of sugar alcohol), ethylene oxide and oleic acid, a fatty acid found in animal and vegetable fats. It is often an ingredient in body washes, hair shampoos, lotions, creams, bath oils etc. Moreover, It is a safe, non-ionic emulsifier. In addition, Polysorbate 20 can be use with a co-emulsifier, such as Lecithin to cover a wide range of oil in water. Emulsifying Agent: Polysorbate 20 serves as an effective emulsifier.