Functional / Support

Polycaprolactone

Often labeled as: Sustained Release Polymer
"The biodegradable active-delivery system."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Safe
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Safe
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 0 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly advanced, biodegradable synthetic polymer. It is used to encapsulate unstable active ingredients (like Retinol or Vitamin C), ensuring they are released slowly into the skin over many hours.

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Dramatically reduces the irritation of harsh actives and improves their efficacy.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Used in premium "time-release" serums and clinical dermal fillers.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Polycaprolactone interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
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Retinol
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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