Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser for dry sensitive skin
Papaya Enzyme
Salicylic Acid- Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract
Low
- CautionDry Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ConcerningSafety
A weak match for dry sensitive skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate exfoliation for your dry and flaky skin due to the presence of salicylic acid and papain, which provide enzymatic and chemical exfoliation to smooth texture.
- The inclusion of Carica Papaya Fruit Extract and papain offers gentle enzymatic exfoliation, aiding in the removal of dry, flaky skin.
How to apply
- Use your cleanser AM and PM every day to keep your face fresh. Start slowly once a day if your dry skin feels sensitive at first.
- Apply your cleanser first thing in your routine before any toner or moisturizer. Follow the usual steps for your AM or PM daily routine.
- Gently massage the cleanser onto your face using soft circular motions. Avoid harsh rubbing to protect your dry skin.
- Apply the cleanser to slightly damp skin to help it clean gently without stripping moisture. This method is very safe for sensitive and dry skin types.
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and avoid the delicate eye area. Always do a patch test before using the product for the first time.
People Say
★4.8Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsThis cleanser is highly regarded for its gentle exfoliation and non-stripping formula, leaving skin feeling clean and soft. Users frequently praise its pleasant scent and effective makeup removal. A moderate number of users find the price point high, and a small number report experiencing skin irritation.
Highlights
Gentle exfoliation Mostly Mentioned
- “leaves skin squeaky clean”
- “gently dissolves dull skin”
- “pores appear clearer and smoother”
- “removes dead surface cells”
Non-stripping formula Often Mentioned
- “doesn't dry my face out”
- “skin feels soft, not tight”
- “leaves moisture barrier intact”
- “no tight feeling after washing”
Pleasant scent Often Mentioned
- “smells absolutely amazing”
- “fresh and juicy fruit scent”
- “energizing in the morning”
- “invigorating smell”
Effective makeup removal Sometimes Noted
- “removes foundation and mascara cleanly”
- “removes every trace of makeup”
- “clears face of makeup easily”
- “no toning needed after”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “destroy my wallet”
- “expensive for a face wash”
- “pricey investment”
- “wish it was cheaper”
Lack of results Rarely Noted
- “didn't notice any exfoliation”
- “didn't do anything special”
- “just an average cleanser”
Skin irritation Rarely Noted
- “burnt my face”
- “caused redness and stinging”
- “caused a breakout”
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Questions and answers
Why is Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser a weak match for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser is a weak match for your dry sensitive skin because it relies on salicylic acid and papaya enzymes for exfoliation, which may strip moisture and cause irritation. A cleanser of this type needs rich hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and soothing agents to maintain moisture and protect dry skin.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser is a weak match for your dry sensitive skin because salicylic acid and papain provide exfoliation that can easily dry out and irritate delicate skin. A cleanser for this skin type needs hydrating and barrier-restoring ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, or prebiotic thermal water to maintain moisture and protect the skin barrier.
What does Papaya Enzyme do for dry sensitive skin?
Papaya enzyme gently removes dead skin cells to help make dry sensitive skin feel smooth and soft. Proteolytic enzymes like this one assist with normal skin shedding, but because dry sensitive skin needs very gentle care, a product of this type requires soothing moisturizers and barrier-repairing ingredients to prevent irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024
What does Salicylic Acid do for dry sensitive skin?
Salicylic acid is generally a poor fit for dry, sensitive skin because it is designed to clear out pores by removing excess oil, which can easily leave dry skin irritated. A product of this type needs gentle exfoliating helpers paired with rich, soothing moisturizers and barrier-repairing ingredients to keep dry skin calm and comfortable.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser fits into a dry sensitive skin routine as your morning face wash and your second evening step after removing makeup. Because this cleanser is a weak match for your skin, a dry sensitive skin routine needs a gentle, hydrating cleanser that washes away dirt without stripping moisture, along with soothing ingredients and rich moisturizers to keep skin soft and calm.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
Using this exfoliating cleanser with retinol is a weak match for your dry sensitive skin because it may cause extra irritation and dryness. A cleanser of this type for your skin needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and barrier-restoring ceramides to keep skin calm and smooth.
How often should I use this cleanser?
This exfoliating cleanser is a weak match for dry sensitive skin, so you should use it just once a week to prevent irritation. A product of this type needs gentle, hydrating ingredients and calming agents to keep dry skin soft, smooth, and comfortable.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for dry sensitive skin, but its exfoliating ingredients may cause irritation if your skin barrier is compromised. A product of this type for dry sensitive skin needs soothing ingredients and gentle hydrators to keep skin soft and calm while cleansing.
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser is not a good fit for dry sensitive skin because it uses salicylic acid and papain, which can easily irritate delicate areas like the skin around the eyes. A cleanser for this skin needs soothing and hydrating ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid to protect dry and thin areas.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
Topical papain treatment may slightly decrease pain within 30 minutes in humans stung by Chrysaora chinensis compared to placebo.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine, 2016A fixed combination of hydroxypinacolone retinoate, retinol glycospheres, and papain glycospheres in aqueous gel applied once daily for 12 weeks achieved a 41% mean reduction in GAGS score and a 40.8% mean reduction in total lesions, with 15.3% of patients experiencing mild to moderate local side effects, in 94 evaluable patients with comedonal-papular, mild to moderate acne of the face.
Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2015Reflux extraction of Carica papaya leaves yielded higher antioxidant capacity and superior in vitro wound-healing activities including fibroblast proliferation, cell migration, and collagen synthesis in human skin fibroblasts compared to ultrasonic-assisted extraction and agitation.
Molecules, 2020Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen achieved a higher cure rate (39%) than salicylic acid (24%) and a wait-and-see approach (16%) for cutaneous warts at 13 weeks in primary care patients.
CMAJ, 2010A moisturizer containing licochalcone A, 1,2-decanediol, L-carnitine, and salicylic acid significantly reduced noninflammatory, inflammatory, and total acne lesion counts compared to a vehicle control in Thai patients during a 12-week maintenance phase.
BioMed Research International, 2020Treatment with 2% supramolecular salicylic acid hydrogel resulted in a regression and markedly improvement rate of 51.01% compared to 43.10% for Adapaline gel in patients with mild to moderate facial acne vulgaris, showing no significant difference in efficacy.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024The cytotoxic effect of sodium lauryl sulphate on normal human keratinocytes was significantly decreased when combined with cocamidopropyl betaine, Tween 20, and Tween 80 at concentrations well below the critical micelle concentration.
Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, 2003Topical bixin application suppresses acute UV-induced photodamage and PUVA-induced hair graying in Nrf2+/+ mice compared to Nrf2-/- mice via NRF2 activation.
Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2018
Ingredients
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Peg-18 Glyceryl Oleate Cocoate, Sorbitol, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Papain, Bis-Peg Ppg-20 20 Dimethicone, Acrylates Aminoacrylates C10-30 Alkyl Peg-20 Itaconate Copolymer, Citric Acid, Bixa Orellana Seed Extract, Carbomer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Edta, Maltodextrin, Benzoic Acid, Parfum
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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