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Polysorbate 60

Cleanses and foams.

What it is

A lab-made ingredient made from sorbitol, a sugar alcohol, and stearic acid, joined to polyethylene glycol.

An emulsifier that helps oil and water mix, and helps lift away oil and dirt.

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What it does in a formula

Cleanses and foamsOfficial EU function: Surfactant - cleansing
Helps oil and water mixOfficial EU function: Surfactant - emulsifying