# Papaya

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/papaya

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Spain.

Topical papaya [extracts](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/extract) help gently clear acne blemishes, smooth the skin, and remove dead cells while offering mild relief from stings, though they may cause minor redness or irritation for some. This ingredient suits dry skin and oily skin best, and it comes in exfoliators, cleansers, and masks. It fits easily into a daily routine, as it layers smoothly with other products.

[The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25705851/) [Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26827260/) [Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/)

This page shows papaya products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular papaya products

- [Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€48.55 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0D1YJN279?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Farmacy Green Clean](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/green-clean/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kate-somerville/exfolikate-intensive-exfoliating-treatment/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit
- [ilso Super Melting Serum Softener](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/ilso/super-melting-serum-softener/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/good-molecules/pineapple-exfoliating-powder/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit
- [Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-pads/for/mature-skin) — Average fit — [€38.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07BH28VBB?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/papaya-enzyme-peel/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€30.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B002OLQAQG?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-wash/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€35.90 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/elemis/anti-ageing-dynamic-gel-limpiador-con-efecto-alisante/p-575898/)

### Papaya exfoliators

- [Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€48.55 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0D1YJN279?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kate-somerville/exfolikate-intensive-exfoliating-treatment/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit
- [Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/good-molecules/pineapple-exfoliating-powder/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit
- [Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-pads/for/mature-skin) — Average fit — [€38.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07BH28VBB?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/papaya-enzyme-peel/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€30.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B002OLQAQG?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Dermalogica Daily Milkfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-milkfoliant/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€77.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0B1PGTVW3?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [MEDIHEAL Phyto-Enzyme Peeling Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/mediheal/phyto-enzyme-peeling-pad/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€26.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0C6F2VL93?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [AMOREPACIFIC Treatment Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/amorepacific/treatment-enzyme-peel/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit
- [e.l.f. Gentle Peeling Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/e-l-f/gentle-peeling-exfoliant/for/dark-spots) — High fit
- [Versed Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/versed/doctor-s-visit-instant-resurfacing-mask/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Bliss Jelly Glow Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/bliss/jelly-glow-peel/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Tatcha The Rice Polish Classic](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/tatcha/the-rice-polish-classic/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit

## What reviewers say about popular papaya products

The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular papaya product on Lovi.

- Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Gentle daily exfoliation ★4.7 · 11.4k+ reviews Smoother skin texture Brightens complexion “gentle enough for daily use” [What people say about Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/oily-skin)
- Farmacy Green Clean Effortless Makeup Removal ★4.6 · 15.0k+ reviews Non-Stripping & Hydrating Pleasant Sensory Experience “dissolves long-wear foundation” [What people say about Green Clean](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/green-clean/for/dry-skin)
- Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment Smoother texture ★4.5 · 4.2k+ reviews Pore minimization High price point “Baby soft” [What people say about ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kate-somerville/exfolikate-intensive-exfoliating-treatment/for/mature-skin)
- ilso Super Melting Serum Softener Effective sebum removal ★4.6 · 1.8k+ reviews Requires extra tools Smoother skin texture “melts blackheads away” [What people say about Super Melting Serum Softener](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/ilso/super-melting-serum-softener/for/oily-skin)
- Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder Gentle exfoliation ★4.5 · 600+ reviews Skin texture Brightening effect “Non-abrasive, suitable for sensitive skin, no stinging” [What people say about Pineapple Exfoliating Powder](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/good-molecules/pineapple-exfoliating-powder/for/dark-spots)
- Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads Smoother skin texture ★4.8 · 8.0k+ reviews Brightening and radiance Gentle exfoliation “baby soft” [What people say about Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-pads/for/mature-skin)

### Papaya cleansers

- [Farmacy Green Clean](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/green-clean/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-wash/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [€35.90 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/elemis/anti-ageing-dynamic-gel-limpiador-con-efecto-alisante/p-575898/)
- [Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/neutrogena/hydro-boost-exfoliating-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€7.40 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/neutrogena/hydro-boost-face-exfoliante-facial-antiarrugas/p-15666844/)
- [NATURIUM Vitamin C Complex Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/naturium/vitamin-c-complex-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-deep-cleansing-foam/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [€13.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0B884JBNQ?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/revision-skincare/papaya-enzyme-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit
- [Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/mario-badescu/enzyme-cleansing-gel/for/dark-spots) — High fit — [€18.00 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/mario-badescu/enzyme-cleansing-gel-gel-de-limpieza-profunda-para-todo-tipo-de-pieles/p-16091912/)
- [LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/laneige/water-bank-blue-hyaluronic-cleansing-foam/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit — [€21.90 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/laneige/water-bank-blue-hyaluronic-espuma-facial-limpiadora/p-16258357/)
- [Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/green-clean-makeup-meltaway-cleansing-balm/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€43.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0F45BYH43?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Derma E Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/derma-e/hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Derma E Anti-Wrinkle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/derma-e/anti-wrinkle-cleanser/for/mature-skin) — Average fit
- [Tata Harper Purifying Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/tata-harper/purifying-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit

### Papaya masks

- [HERBIVORE Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/herbivore/blue-tansy-resurfacing-clarity-mask/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-and-exfoliating-mask/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€42.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-exfoliating-scrub-mask-exfoliante-y-mascarilla/p-16314591/)
- [Image Skincare Vital C Hydrating Enzyme Masque](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/image-skincare/vital-c-hydrating-enzyme-masque/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Freeman Hawaiian Black Salt Peel-Off Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/freeman/hawaiian-black-salt-peel-off-mask/for/oily-skin) — Low fit
- [REN Clean Skincare Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/ren-clean-skincare/glycol-lactic-radiance-renewal-mask/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit
- [the SAEM Gem Miracle Black Pearl O2 Bubble Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/the-saem/gem-miracle-black-pearl-o2-bubble-mask/for/mature-skin) — High fit
- [Perricone MD Chlorophyll Detox Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/perricone-md/chlorophyll-detox-mask/for/combination-skin) — Average fit

### Other papaya products

- [ilso Super Melting Serum Softener](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/ilso/super-melting-serum-softener/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Farmacy Deep Sweep 2% BHA Pore Cleaning Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/deep-sweep-2-bha-pore-cleaning-toner/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [€36.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B08VF844X5?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/axis-y/dark-spot-correcting-glow-toner/for/combination-skin) — Average fit — [€16.85 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0DJ1R5QX9?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-boosting-toner/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [€18.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/skin1004/madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-boosting-toner-tonico-hidratante-refrescante/p-16153581/)
- [Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Glow Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kate-somerville/exfolikate-glow-moisturizer/for/dark-spots) — High fit
- [Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/daily-greens-oil-free-gel-moisturizer/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit
- [thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/thinkbaby/safe-sunscreen-spf-50/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€17.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B007SAC6XE?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

### Papaya for dry skin

- [thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/thinkbaby/safe-sunscreen-spf-50/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€17.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B007SAC6XE?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Farmacy Green Clean](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/green-clean/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Medimine Phyto Enzyme Powder Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/medimine/phyto-enzyme-powder-wash/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Bliss Jelly Glow Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/bliss/jelly-glow-peel/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [VT Cica Mild Powder Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/vt/cica-mild-powder-wash/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€5.60 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/vt-cosmetics/cica-no-sebum-mild-powder-polvos-fijadores-matificantes-con-efecto-humectante/p-16345579/)
- [SKINFOOD Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skinfood/black-sugar-perfect-essential-scrub-2x/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Oséque Silky Bright Enzyme Powder Facial Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/oseque/silky-bright-enzyme-powder-facial-wash/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Image Skincare Vital C Hydrating Enzyme Masque](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/image-skincare/vital-c-hydrating-enzyme-masque/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Dermalogica Exfoliant Accelerator 35](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/exfoliant-accelerator-35/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Derma E Hydrating Gentle Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/derma-e/hydrating-gentle-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-and-exfoliating-mask/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€42.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-exfoliating-scrub-mask-exfoliante-y-mascarilla/p-16314591/)
- [AXIS-Y PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/axis-y/pha-resurfacing-glow-peel/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€15.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0B5ZLYP15?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

### Papaya for oily skin

- [Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€48.55 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0D1YJN279?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/daily-greens-oil-free-gel-moisturizer/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit
- [KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-and-exfoliating-mask/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [€42.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-exfoliating-scrub-mask-exfoliante-y-mascarilla/p-16314591/)
- [Medimine Phyto Enzyme Powder Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/medimine/phyto-enzyme-powder-wash/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit
- [Elizavecca Milky Piggy Elastic Pore Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elizavecca/milky-piggy-elastic-pore-cleansing-foam/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit
- [Papa Recipe Tea Tree Control Enzyme Powder Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/papa-recipe/tea-tree-control-enzyme-powder-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [HERBIVORE Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/herbivore/blue-tansy-resurfacing-clarity-mask/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/revision-skincare/papaya-enzyme-cleanser/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-boosting-toner/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€18.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/skin1004/madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-boosting-toner-tonico-hidratante-refrescante/p-16153581/)
- [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Face Polisher](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-face-polisher/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Good Molecules Pineapple Exfoliating Powder](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/good-molecules/pineapple-exfoliating-powder/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Bliss Jelly Glow Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/bliss/jelly-glow-peel/for/oily-skin) — High fit

### Papaya for combination skin

- [Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — [€48.55 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0D1YJN279?tag=lovi-care-web-product05-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [KORA Organics Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-and-exfoliating-mask/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit — [€42.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-exfoliating-scrub-mask-exfoliante-y-mascarilla/p-16314591/)
- [Elizavecca Milky Piggy Elastic Pore Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elizavecca/milky-piggy-elastic-pore-cleansing-foam/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit
- [AMOREPACIFIC Treatment Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/amorepacific/treatment-enzyme-peel/for/combination-skin) — Superior fit
- [Farmacy Daily Greens Oil-Free Gel Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/daily-greens-oil-free-gel-moisturizer/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Medimine Phyto Enzyme Powder Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/medimine/phyto-enzyme-powder-wash/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [HERBIVORE Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/herbivore/blue-tansy-resurfacing-clarity-mask/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [VT Cica Mild Powder Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/vt/cica-mild-powder-wash/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€5.60 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/vt-cosmetics/cica-no-sebum-mild-powder-polvos-fijadores-matificantes-con-efecto-humectante/p-16345579/)
- [Neutrogena Hydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/neutrogena/hydro-boost-exfoliating-cleanser/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€7.40 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/neutrogena/hydro-boost-face-exfoliante-facial-antiarrugas/p-15666844/)
- [Peach & Lily Glass Skin Face Polisher](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/peach-and-lily/glass-skin-face-polisher/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Boosting Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-boosting-toner/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€18.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.es/skin1004/madagascar-centella-tone-brightening-boosting-toner-tonico-hidratante-refrescante/p-16153581/)
- [Dermalogica Exfoliant Accelerator 35](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/exfoliant-accelerator-35/for/combination-skin) — High fit

## All papaya products

- Dermalogica · Enzyme powder exfoliant: [Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/oily-skin)
- Farmacy · Pre-Cleanser: [Green Clean](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/green-clean/for/dry-skin)
- Kate Somerville · Exfoliant treatment: [ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kate-somerville/exfolikate-intensive-exfoliating-treatment/for/mature-skin)
- ilso · Serum or Treatment: [Super Melting Serum Softener](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/ilso/super-melting-serum-softener/for/oily-skin)
- Good Molecules · Enzyme powder exfoliant: [Pineapple Exfoliating Powder](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/good-molecules/pineapple-exfoliating-powder/for/dark-spots)
- Elemis · Exfoliant treatment: [Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Pads](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-pads/for/mature-skin)
- Elemis · Exfoliant treatment: [Papaya Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/papaya-enzyme-peel/for/mature-skin)
- Elemis · Cleanser: [Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/elemis/dynamic-resurfacing-facial-wash/for/mature-skin)
- Neutrogena · Cleanser: [Hydro Boost Exfoliating Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/neutrogena/hydro-boost-exfoliating-cleanser/for/combination-skin)
- Dermalogica · Enzyme powder exfoliant: [Daily Milkfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/dermalogica/daily-milkfoliant/for/oily-skin)
- MEDIHEAL · Exfoliant treatment: [Phyto-Enzyme Peeling Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/mediheal/phyto-enzyme-peeling-pad/for/mature-skin)
- NATURIUM · Cleanser: [Vitamin C Complex Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/naturium/vitamin-c-complex-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin)
- HERBIVORE · Cleansing Mask: [Blue Tansy Resurfacing Clarity Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/herbivore/blue-tansy-resurfacing-clarity-mask/for/oily-skin)
- SKIN1004 · Cleanser: [Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/skin1004/madagascar-centella-poremizing-deep-cleansing-foam/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- KORA Organics · Cleansing Mask: [Turmeric Brightening & Exfoliating Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/kora-organics/turmeric-brightening-and-exfoliating-mask/for/acne-prone-skin)
- Revision Skincare · Cleanser: [Papaya Enzyme Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/revision-skincare/papaya-enzyme-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Mario Badescu · Cleanser: [Enzyme Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/mario-badescu/enzyme-cleansing-gel/for/dark-spots)
- AMOREPACIFIC · Enzyme powder exfoliant: [Treatment Enzyme Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/amorepacific/treatment-enzyme-peel/for/dark-spots)
- Farmacy · Exfoliating toner: [Deep Sweep 2% BHA Pore Cleaning Toner](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/deep-sweep-2-bha-pore-cleaning-toner/for/acne-prone-skin)
- LANEIGE · Cleanser: [Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/laneige/water-bank-blue-hyaluronic-cleansing-foam/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- e.l.f. · Exfoliant treatment: [Gentle Peeling Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/e-l-f/gentle-peeling-exfoliant/for/dark-spots)
- Versed · Exfoliant treatment: [Doctor's Visit Instant Resurfacing Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/versed/doctor-s-visit-instant-resurfacing-mask/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)
- Bliss · Exfoliant treatment: [Jelly Glow Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/bliss/jelly-glow-peel/for/dry-skin)
- Farmacy · Pre-Cleanser: [Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/p/farmacy/green-clean-makeup-meltaway-cleansing-balm/for/dry-sensitive-skin)

[See all 67 papaya products](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/papaya/all)

## Questions and answers

### What does papaya do for the skin?

Papaya helps gently exfoliate the skin and may improve acne when used with retinoids, but it can also disrupt the skin barrier and cause irritation.

[The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25705851/) [Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/)

### How do you use papaya?

Papain can be applied topically in various formulations, such as combining it with [hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) and [retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/retinol) glycospheres once daily for acne or incorporating it into beauty masks for exfoliation. However, topical application may also disrupt the skin barrier and cause inflammation, acting as an allergen.

[Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/) [International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36652986/)

### Should you use papaya in the morning or at night?

Papaya may be used in the morning or at night when it is part of a routine or a product, such as a once-daily gel used for acne.

[Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/)

### Can you use papaya every day?

Yes, you can use papaya every day as part of a fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres applied once daily for acne.

[Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/)

### Does papaya cause purging or irritation?

Papaya may cause irritation because topical application can disrupt the skin barrier and act as an allergen. When combined with retinoids in a fixed combination gel applied once daily, it may also lead to mild to moderate local side effects in some users.

[The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25705851/) [Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/)

### Which skin types is papaya best for?

Papaya is a Superior fit for dry, oily, combination, sensitive, and mature skin types, as well as skin with dark spots, with top products like KORA Organics [Turmeric](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/turmeric) Brightening & Exfoliating Mask, Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, and Medimine Phyto Enzyme Powder Wash.

## Research on papaya

- [Papain Degrades Tight Junction Proteins of Human Keratinocytes In Vitro and Sensitizes C57BL/6 Mice via the Skin Independent of its Enzymatic Activity or TLR4 Activation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25705851/) Papaya · The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2015
- [Efficacy of Topical Treatments for Chrysaora chinensis Species: A Human Model in Comparison with an In Vitro Model](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26827260/) Papaya · Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016
- [Treatment of mild to moderate acne with a fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres and papain glycospheres](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25876142/) Papaya · Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015
- [Starch- and carboxymethyl cellulose-based films as active beauty masks with papain incorporation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36652986/) Papaya · International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023

## Brands with papaya

- Korean skincare: [SKIN1004](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/skin1004)
- American skincare: [Dermalogica](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/dermalogica)
- Korean skincare: [By Wishtrend](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/by-wishtrend)
- Korean skincare: [AXIS-Y](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/axis-y)
- Skincare: [KORA Organics](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/kora-organics)
- Korean skincare: [ilso](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/ilso)
- American skincare: [Farmacy](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/farmacy)
- British skincare: [Elemis](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/elemis)
- Korean skincare: [LANEIGE](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/laneige)
- American skincare: [Good Molecules](https://lovi.care/skincare/es/brands/good-molecules)

## About the Lovi Fit

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