A natural enzyme from papaya that gently exfoliates and smooths skin while helping condition and soften hair.
CAS #
9001-73-4
Form
Powder
State
Solid
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Functions
Antistatic
Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Hair Conditioning
Boosts Collagen
Strengthens Barrier
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Reduces flyaways
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
Papaya enzymes have been used in traditional Caribbean, Hawaiian, and Southeast Asian medicine for centuries to aid digestion and heal wounds. The enzymatic properties were harnessed in folk beauty practices for gentle exfoliation and skin renewal.