Papain
Low Risk
Non-comedogenic · Non-irritating
Papain is a proteolytic enzyme derived from papaya fruit. It breaks down keratin proteins in dead skin cells, providing gentle enzymatic exfoliation without the acidity of AHAs or BHAs. It is a good option for sensitive skin types that cannot tolerate chemical acids.
Benefits
enzymatic exfoliationbrighteningsmoothing
Potential Concerns
potential allergen
Skin Type Guide
Works well for
DryNormalCombinationSensitive