Papaya extract
INCI Name: Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Native to tropical America, papaya originates from southern Mexico and Central America. Papaya Extract (or Carica Papaya Fruit Extract) is a natural ingredient that works wonders for the skin and is added to a variety of personal care and cosmetic formulations. It deeply moisturizes and nourishes to leave it healthier, youthful, and glowing. Carica Papaya Fruit Extract appears as a pale yellow liquid that is rich in vitamins, enzymes, and antioxidants. Further, this ingredient possesses exfoliation properties that remove dead skin cells and brighten up the surface of the skin.
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract does not have a specific chemical formula and is rather a complex mixture of organic compounds that are naturally present in the fruit.
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Strengthens barrier function and reduces transepidermal water loss.
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Omega-3 fatty acids promote the skin's barrier function and maintain hydration.
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