Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Caricaceae (Papaya family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
84012-30-6
Form
Powder
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Anti-Inflammatory
Brightening
Evens out dull skin tone for a more radiant, lit-from-within look
Traditional Use
Used in traditional medicine across Central and South America, Asia, and Africa for centuries. The fruit and seeds were used to treat digestive issues, parasites, and applied topically for wound healing and skin conditions due to its enzymatic properties.