Bromelain
AKA “Pineapple protease, bromelin
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Bromelain
AKA: Pineapple protease, Bromelin
Synthetic · Keratolytic | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 2
Plant-Derived
Rx Active
Skin Conditioner
Enzyme
Synthetic
Clean
A natural enzyme from pineapple that gently exfoliates dead skin cells, revealing smoother, brighter skin underneath while helping to condition and soften your complexion.
CAS #
9001-00-7, 37189-34-7
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from pineapple fruit (Ananas comosus), bromelain is a proteolytic enzyme belonging to the cysteine protease family. Produced through fermentation of pineapple plant material or synthesized via recombinant DNA technology in microorganisms.
Function
Keratolytic | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Locks in moisture
Supports cell turnover
Unclogs pores
Traditional Use
Extracted from pineapple plants used in tropical regions. Discovered as an enzyme in the 1870s, bromelain was adopted by the cosmetics industry in the late 20th century as a natural exfoliant and anti-inflammatory agent for skincare.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score2
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-2, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR