Polysorbate 20 is a natural, vegetable-sourced emulsifier that create solubility between water-based ingredients and oil-based ingredients. It can be used as an effective emulsifier in a wide range of homemade products that include lotions, body washes, hair creams, lip gloss, scrubs, conditioners, bath bombs, shampoos, dispersing bath oils, and body sprays. Polysorbate 20 is also used as a natural fragrance and essential oil solubilizer. It is soluble in alcohol and water, but insoluble in oils.