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Papain

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Papain

Purpose

Enzyme extracted from papaya. Applied topically, papain can aggravate skin.

Rating

WORST

Category

Exfoliant, Plant Extracts, Irritant

INCI Purpose

ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Benefits

Smooths Bumpy Skin — Refines texture by gently exfoliating rough, uneven patches

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Article

Enzyme extracted from papaya. Topically, papaya latex can aggravate skin.

References

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