Papain powder (Papaya Enzymes)
AKA “Papaya Enzymes
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Papain powder (Papaya Enzymes)
Synthetic · Antistatic · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Enzyme
Synthetic
Clean
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.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR