POLYSORBATE 81 is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
POLYSORBATE 81
Safety grade: A
Polysorbate 81 is a gentle helper ingredient made from natural oils that allows oil and water to mix together smoothly. It's commonly used in creams, lotions, and other beauty products to create smooth, stable textures.
This ingredient acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, helping oil and water-based ingredients blend together seamlessly while improving how the product spreads on skin.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
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- SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE — Grade C
- XANTHAN GUM — Grade A
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- CETYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- STEARIC ACID — Grade A
- SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE — Grade C**
- COCO-GLUCOSIDE — Grade A