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LAUROYL PEI-233/POLYCAPROLACTONE COPOLYMER.

Insufficient Data CAS 1374443-63-6 / SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

This ingredient functions as a dual-purpose copolymer, primarily serving as a dispersing agent to uniformly distribute solids and an emulsifier to stabilize immiscible liquids within cosmetic formulations. Its polycaprolactone component is recognized for its biocompatibility and ability to encapsulate hydrophobic substances.

Summary

Emulsifier Dispersing

Science

Mechanism of Action

LAUROYL PEI-233/POLYCAPROLACTONE COPOLYMER operates by facilitating the uniform distribution of solid particles in liquid matrices, preventing aggregation. Concurrently, it acts as an emulsifier, creating stable, homogeneous mixtures of typically incompatible oil and water phases. The hydrophobic polycaprolactone (PCL) segment of the copolymer is designed to form core-shell structures, effectively encapsulating and dispersing hydrophobic actives into aqueous environments.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The stability of polycaprolactone (PCL) can be influenced by environmental pH conditions, though a specific optimal pH range for this copolymer has not been explicitly determined. Its emulsifying nature suggests robust functionality across both oil and water phases. While PCL itself is hydrophobic, its copolymerization enables dispersibility in aqueous solutions.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

Recognized as a novel ingredient, LAUROYL PEI-233/POLYCAPROLACTONE COPOLYMER is currently under safety classification review. Formal safety assessments by independent bodies such as CIR, SCCS, or FDA for the specific copolymer are not available. While polycaprolactone, a constituent, is generally considered non-toxic and biocompatible, the complete copolymer's safety profile requires comprehensive evaluation.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While LAUROYL PEI-233/POLYCAPROLACTONE COPOLYMER offers valuable emulsifying and dispersing properties for formulation stability, current data is insufficient to fully assess its safety and direct benefits for skin.

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