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Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary


Poor papain


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Enzyme extracted from papaya. Applied topically, papain can cause severe irritation, itching, and allergic reactions (Source: www.naturaldatabase.com). There is one study showing it may be effective for exfoliation, but only in a pure concentration (Source: Archives of Dermatological Research, November 2001, pages 500–507). See enzymes



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