Carica papaya (Papaya) fruit water
AKA “Papaya Extract, Papaya Fruit Extract”
Mineral
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Ingredient Facts
Carica papaya (Papaya) fruit water
AKA: Papaya Extract, Papaya Fruit Extract
Mineral · Fragrance | Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Humectant
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Mineral
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Caricaceae
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
84012-30-6
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Tropical regions (Central America, South America likely). Derived from the fruit of Carica papaya, a tropical plant in the Caricaceae family native to Central and South America. Extracted through aqueous infusion or maceration of the papaya fruit to obtain the fruit water.
Plant Source
Caricaceae
Plant Part
Fruit
Function
Fragrance | Skin Conditioning | Humectant | Antioxidant
Benefits
Anti-Aging
Fights Acne
Hydrates and refreshes skin
Reduces signs of aging
Helps fight acne
Causing bacteria
Traditional Use
A water-based extract of papaya traditionally used in Southeast Asian and Caribbean skincare for its gentle enzymatic properties. Used in folk cosmetics to brighten and soften skin without the intensity of direct fruit application.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR