Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone
What Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone is & what it does
Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone is a synthetic block copolymer pairing a water-loving methoxy-PEG segment with a polycaprolactone segment. In formulas it is generally used as a film former and texture modifier, helping spread, stabilize, and leave a smooth finish on the skin. Caprolactone-based polymers are valued for their flexible, conditioning films. It is not a UV filter and carries no flagged concerns in this catalog.
What is Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone?
It is a synthetic block copolymer that links a water-loving methoxy-PEG segment with a polycaprolactone segment. It is generally used as a film former and texture modifier in formulas.
What does it do in a formula?
It helps a product spread evenly, stabilizes the texture, and leaves a smooth finish on the skin. Caprolactone-based polymers are valued for their flexible, conditioning films.
Is Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone safe?
It is generally considered a low-concern functional polymer, and no specific risks are flagged for it in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Hera UV Protector Multi-defense Hydrating Sun Cream SPF50+ /pa++++
84/100
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IOPE Uv Shield Sun Protector Xp Spf 50+ Pa++++
83/100
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Hera Sun Mate Excellence Rosy Glow SPF 50+ / Pa++++
81/100
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Sulwhasoo Snowise Brightening Uv Protector Spf 50+/Pa++++
80/100
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LANEIGE Light Sun Fluid Spf 50+ Pa+++
79/100