{"product_id":"polysorbate-20","title":"Polysorbate 20","description":"\u003cp\u003ePolysorbate 20 is what is known as a solubiser, meaning it has the ability to combine oil and water together. \u003cspan\u003eIt is most commonly used to blend an essential or fragrance oil into water.\u003c\/span\u003e It also acts as a gentle surfactant, thickener and viscosity modifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolysorbate 20 is used in a various types of liquid cosmetics and skin care like such as facial and body cleansers, toners, sprays, lotions, body creams, body washes, shampoos and shower gels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is often used in room sprays as it easily solubises essential oils with the water content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolysorbate 20 contains sorbitol (a sugar alcohol) which is a natural ingredient.Polysorbate 20 is produced by the reaction of sorbitol, lauric acid and ethylene oxide. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formulation of polysorbate 20 is not 100% natural, but is considered to be more natural than similar products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo you may have noticed that there is both Polysorbate 20 and Polysorbate 80. So what is the difference?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolysorbate 20 is commonly used in lighter formulations, such as sprays and toners. It is effective for solubizing essential oils and fragrance oils into water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolysorbate 80 is preferred for heavier products, such as emulsions and rich creams and lotions. It also is an effective solubizer for combining oils into water. It is a popular choice for bath bomb makers as it helps solubize shea butter, essential oils and other oils into the water. It also helps to prevent colours from floating on the surface of the bath, and sticking around the edges of the tub! If in doubt, you can purchase a 10ml size for just £1.95 and test each out in your formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGOLDEN YELLOW COLOUR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEUTRAL ODOUR\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSUITABLE FOR VEGANS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e🌿 Quick \u0026amp; Easy Essential Oil Room Spray Recipe  🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e100 ml distilled water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e10–20 drops essential oils (e.g., lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, white sage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eYou can also replace essential oils with fragrance oils, if preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e5–10 ml Polysorbate 20 (acts as a solubiliser so the oils disperse evenly)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eA spritz\/spray bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e🌿 Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCombine the essential oils and Polysorbate 20 in a small beaker or glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eStir gently until the mixture turns clear or uniformly cloudy — this means it’s properly bound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAdd the distilled water and mix well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePour into a spray bottle (PET plastic is ideal for use with essential oils)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eShake before each use \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg white-space-prewrap font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eIf the mixture looks cloudy or separates, increase the Polysorbate slightly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e🌿 Usage Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMist into the air, onto linens, or around entryways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eStore away from heat and sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eUse within 2–4 weeks if you’re not adding a preservative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e🌿🌿🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oils Essentially Ltd","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":56578889187706,"sku":null,"price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":56578889220474,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":56578889253242,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":56578889286010,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LITRE","offer_id":56578889318778,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 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