Papain
Our database includes 312 products that contain Papain.
Explained
Papain is an enzyme found naturally in the papaya plant's leaves, fruit, and roots. It has antimicrobial, soothing, and wound healing properties.
Glycine and Vitamin A are naturally found in papain.
While papain is often touted as skin-lightening, further studies are needed to prove this. However, papain has been shown to help soothe acne-inflammation.
Papain belongs to a class of enzymes called proteolytic enzymes. These enzymes break down peptides and amino acids.
Some studies found papain to be a potential skin sensitizer and allergen. Those with latex allergies might also be allergic to papaya.
What it does
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Papaya Proteinase I
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.6%
Top categories
Cleansers
Treatments
Masks
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
nutritionreview.org
opensiuc.lib.siu.edu
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Products with Papain
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
35846
INCI Name
PAPAIN
INN Name
papain
EC #
 232-627-2
All Functions
Antistatic, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
