Works for:
based on ingredients and %- Cleansing
Doesn't work for:
based on ingredients and %- Exfoliation
Can it cause trouble?
- Irritation risk: medium
- Comedogenic risk ingredients: 0
Key actives
Cleansing
What does the product description say?
Papaya Enzyme Gentle Cleanser
Source: From product name
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cocamidopropyl betaine, glycol distearate, lauramide dea, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps water and oil mix together
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
Exfoliation
What does the product description say?
Papaya Enzyme Gentle Cleanser
Source: From product name
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
How honest is this product?
| Promise | Can it deliver? |
|---|---|
| Cleansing | |
| Exfoliation |
Total Promises Fulfilled score: 75/100.
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Potential irritants
Comedogenic ingredients
No comedogenic ingredients detected
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Key Actives
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin
Potential irritants
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
Comedogenic ingredients
We couldn't find any comedogenic ingredients in this product
All ingredients
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
Helps oil and water mix together and used as a cleansing agent. Can be irritating and is better avoided for sensitive skin
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product finish
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
A plant extract that can have some anti-oxidant effect in skin
A plant extract tha can have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
A plant extract that might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and have a skin lightening effect if used in high enough concentrations
A berry extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, Lauramide dea, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Sodium iodide, Glycol distearate, Butylene glycol, Polyquaternium-10, Mannitol, Papain, Bromelain, Brassica oleracea acephala leaf extract, Euterpe oleracea fruit extract, Vaccinium angustifolium fruit extract, Carica papaya fruit extract, Phyllanthus emblica fruit extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon fruit extract, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Disodium edta, Hexadecene, Tetradecene, Chlorphenesin, 1,2-hexanediol, Parfum
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