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Carica Papaya Fruit Extract

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract is a botanical extract from papaya fruit used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning ingredient that can offer mild smoothing and antioxidant benefits.

What it is

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract is derived from the fruit of the papaya plant and naturally contains sugars, vitamins, and the enzyme papain, along with antioxidant compounds. In skincare it is used as a conditioning ingredient that can help leave skin feeling smooth and refreshed, and it contributes antioxidant character to formulas. In sunscreens it typically plays a supporting botanical role rather than affecting UV protection.

Safety & warnings

Papaya fruit extract is generally well tolerated in cosmetic use. Because it contains the proteolytic enzyme papain, sensitive individuals may occasionally experience irritation, and papaya is a recognized food allergen, so those with a known papaya or latex-fruit sensitivity may wish to take care.

Origin & sourcing

Natural extract obtained from the fruit of Carica papaya.

Questions everyone asks

What does papaya extract do in skincare?

It conditions skin and provides antioxidant benefits; its natural papain enzyme is associated with a gentle smoothing, refreshing effect.

Can papaya extract cause a reaction?

It is usually well tolerated, but it contains the enzyme papain and papaya is a food allergen, so people with a known papaya sensitivity should be cautious.

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