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Polycaprolactone

Often labeled as: Sustained Release Polymer

The biodegradable active-delivery system.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 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.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It permanently stays in the skin.

The Science

It is fully biodegradable and breaks down safely into carbon dioxide and water over time.