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Polysorbate 60
Polysorbate 60 is listed in CosIng with formula roles surfactant - cleansing, and surfactant - emulsifying.
- INCI name
- Polysorbate 60
- CAS number
- 9005-67-8
A single molecular structure has not been verified for this record.
Its role in a formula
Polysorbate 60
- Surfactant - cleansinghelps remove dirt and oil
- Surfactant - emulsifyingkeeps oil and water blended together
Recorded formula roles, not a prediction of a finished product’s results.
About the sourcesSafety status
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About Polysorbate 60: what the sources say
What is Polysorbate 60?
Sorbitan, monooctadecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs.
European Commission CosIng · ingredient identityWhat is it used for in a formula?
The source lists these formulation categories. Their meanings describe cosmetic roles, not a tested result for every product.
- surfactant - cleansing
- An ingredient in this category helps remove dirt and oil.
- surfactant - emulsifying
- An ingredient in this category keeps oil and water blended together.
What reading is available?
- 3 cosmetic-science references
- 3 beauty articles
- 51 research papers
Compiled from the sources linked above. Source authors have not reviewed beautydew labs. Related reading and formulation classifications do not establish a finished product’s effectiveness, suitability, concentration or safety.
Evidence and limits for Polysorbate 60
The listed functions explain its role in a formula. They do not establish whether a finished product will suit your skin.
No reviewed benefit claim is available here yet. Compare the complete formula, its directions, and your own skin preferences.
What a CosIng listing meansBeauty reading & sources
Cosmetic ingredient reviews (3)
Ingredient function, formulation and safety background from cosmetic-science publishers. Industry affiliation is disclosed below.
- Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Polysorbates 20, 21, 40, 60, 61, 65, 80, 81, and 85
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
Industry-funded cosmetic ingredient safety review; not government approval.
JACT 3(5):1-82, 1984
Published Report. Exact ingredient names checked in the report; group assessments can include read-across from related ingredients. Not a benefit claim or an independent clinical review.
- Polysorbate 20 - Cosmetics Info
CosmeticsInfo · Personal Care Products Council
Industry-funded cosmetic ingredient education; not a government approval.
- Safety Assessment of Polysorbates as Used in Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
Industry-funded cosmetic ingredient safety review; not government approval.
June 16, 2015
Final Report. Exact ingredient names checked in the report; group assessments can include read-across from related ingredients. Not a benefit claim or an independent clinical review.
Beauty articles & blogs (3)
Further reading from beauty writers and cosmetic formulators.
- Ascorbyl Glucoside Vitamin C: Avène A-Oxitive | Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Beauty science blog; affiliate links and sponsorships may be present.
- Drunk Elephant Skincare Review Part 1 | Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Beauty science blog; affiliate links and sponsorships may be present.
- Gradual Tanner Review: St Tropez, Jergens, Cocoa Brown, Miss M by Minx | Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Beauty science blog; affiliate links and sponsorships may be present.
Research papers (51)
Related papers naming this ingredient or a sourced alternative name in metadata or available article text. Laboratory, clinical, oral, topical and mixed-formula studies have different scopes. These links are not reviewed benefit claims.
- Investigating the influence of excipient batch variation on the structure, consistency and physical stability of polysorbate 60-based topical vehicles.
International journal of cosmetic science · 2021
- Permeation of topically applied caffeine from a food by-product in cosmetic formulations: Is nanoscale in vitro approach an option?
International journal of pharmaceutics · 2016
- The Use of Hemispheric Directional Reflectance Method to Verify the Usefulness of Filters Protecting the Skin Against Infrared Radiation.
Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology · 2023
Related cosmetic research; ingredient names checked in available article text. Mixtures, laboratory work and clinical studies have different scopes; this is not an isolated-ingredient efficacy assessment.
PubMed is hosted by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Listing there does not mean NIH authored or endorses a paper.
Cosmetic ingredient references
- Polysorbate 60 in COSMILE Europe
Industry ingredient directory · matched to the publisher’s ingredient index.
- Polysorbate 60 in INKEEDecoder
Commercial ingredient explainer directory, formerly INCIDecoder · matched to its publisher index; claims not independently reviewed.
- European Commission CosIng database
Catalog reference 79321. Database inclusion is not approval or proof of safety or effectiveness.
Where it fits in real formulas
Related ingredients, common formula neighbors, naming, and catalog context. This stays separate from evidence and personal-fit guidance.
What kinds of products contain Polysorbate 60?
Real brands and product categories from the 3 decoded products listing Polysorbate 60 — an observation of our catalog, not a claim about market share.
3 of 7,164 decoded products list this ingredient. Count calculated on (UTC). Counts describe our recorded labels, which may differ from current packaging; the public product list can be smaller than the decoded catalog.
How we collect ingredient listsProduct categories
cleansers (1), exfoliants (1), masks (1)
Which products contain Polysorbate 60?
All 3 →3 public products list this ingredient.
Catalog preview
A compact look at the first products in this result set
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About the sources
Ingredient lists show presence and order, not concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.
Sources & methodologyCompiled from the EU CosIng database (ref 79321) · snapshot 16 June 2026. CosIng is an informational, non-legally-binding reference. Inclusion does not mean an ingredient is approved, safe, authorized for cosmetic use, or clinically effective. An INCI list does not reveal concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.