Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser for dry skin
Papaya Enzyme
Salicylic Acid- Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract
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- LowDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
A weak match for dry skin; the cleansers alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, 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 or flaky skin due to the presence of salicylic acid and papain, which provide enzymatic and chemical exfoliation.
- The formulation is moderately unsuitable for dry skin as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate can strip natural oils, and there's a lack of sufficient emollient and humectant ingredients to counteract its drying effects.
How to apply
- Use this cleanser AM and PM every day to keep your skin clean. Start using it daily right away since your skin is not sensitive.
- Apply this cleanser as the very first step in your morning routine and right after your pre-cleanser in the evening. Follow with your toner and moisturizer afterwards.
- Gently massage a small amount of cleanser onto your face using soft circular motions. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry with a clean towel.
- Apply this cleanser on slightly damp skin for a comfortable and refreshing wash. This helps maintain your skin's natural moisture while cleansing away dirt.
- Avoid getting the cleanser directly into your eyes to prevent any irritation. Do a simple patch test before your first use to ensure your skin likes it.
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 skin?
This cleanser is a weak match for dry skin because it contains sodium lauryl sulfate, which may strip natural oils, along with salicylic acid and papain for exfoliation. A cleanser of this type needs essential ceramides, sodium hyaluronate, niacinamide, and prebiotic thermal water to provide rich hydration, soothing effects, and strong barrier support.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Pharmaceutics, 2021
Which ingredients make this cleanser a poor fit for dry skin?
This cleanser is a weak match for dry skin because it contains sodium lauryl sulfate, which may strip natural oils and disrupt the skin barrier. To properly care for dry skin, a cleanser of this type needs rich hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and gentle cleansing agents that maintain moisture levels.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Pharmaceutics, 2021
What does Papaya Enzyme do for dry skin?
Papaya Enzyme helps gently lift away dead flakes so dry skin feels smoother and softer. It is unlikely to cause irritation when used properly in your routine. For the best care on dry skin, this type of product needs to be paired with rich hydrators that lock in moisture.
What does Salicylic Acid do for dry skin?
Salicylic acid is generally not a good fit for dry skin, as it is meant to clear out pores and remove dead skin rather than hydrate. Because dry skin needs soothing and moisture rather than exfoliation, a product for dry skin needs nourishing ingredients like urea to lock in moisture and keep the skin soft.
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for dry skin?
This cleanser goes in your morning and evening routine, though it is a weak match for dry skin because certain ingredients strip natural oils while lacking enough moisturizing and hydrating ingredients to balance that out. Dry skin needs a cleanser with gentle surfactants and rich moisturizing and hydrating ingredients that protect your natural moisture.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
Using this cleanser with retinol is a weak match because it may strip natural oils and dry your skin further. Dry skin needs a gentle cleanser with soothing ingredients and hydrating moisturizers to keep the skin barrier soft and calm.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You should use this cleanser once a week to start, because it can strip natural oils and lacks enough moisturizing ingredients to counteract dryness. A cleanser for dry skin needs gentle cleansers that do not strip oils, alongside plenty of moisture-attracting and softening ingredients to keep skin comfortable.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?
This cleanser is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry skin, but it may cause dryness and irritation because it contains sodium lauryl sulfate. To work well for dry skin, a cleanser of this type needs gentle ingredients that clean without stripping natural oils, along with plenty of hydrating and soothing additions to keep the skin soft and smooth.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Pharmaceutics, 2021
Can I use this cleanser around the eyes or on my body?
This cleanser may not suit the thin skin around the eyes because its ingredients can strip natural oils, though it can be used on the body. A cleanser for dry skin needs gentle cleansers alongside rich oils and moisture-locking ingredients to protect the skin barrier.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
Incorporating 1, 2, and 5 percent papain into starch- and carboxymethyl cellulose-based films preserved proteolytic and skin exfoliation activity while improving mechanical properties and water solubility compared to control films, with immobilized enzyme maintaining stability for up to 90 days.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023Sodium lauryl sulfate-induced skin barrier disruption alters the mRNA expression of keratinocyte differentiation markers and corneodesmosome-degrading enzymes during the repair phase in human skin.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Lecithin-based surfactants showed very good (S75) or good (LPC80) skin-tolerability compared to sodium dodecyl sulfate on healthy forearm skin.
Pharmaceutics, 2021Sodium lauryl sulfate-induced skin irritation and recovery rates differ significantly between the upper back and volar forearms, with the upper back showing higher reactivity and faster recovery.
The British Journal of Dermatology, 2019Topical 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
Why other cleansers fit dry skin better
A formulation containing glycerol (5%) and xylitol (5%) applied twice daily for 14 days increased skin hydration, filaggrin protein quantity, interdigitation index, and biomechanical properties, and decreased transepidermal water loss compared to untreated and vehicle-treated skin in twelve volunteers with dry skin.
Acta Dermato-venereologica, 2017Phytosphingosine increased filaggrin metabolism and skin hydration in human skin by stimulating filaggrin biosynthesis and degradation leading to natural moisturizing factor formation.
Archives of Dermatological Research, 2017Topical dexpanthenol formulated in lipophilic vehicles improved stratum corneum hydration and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to vehicle control in humans.
Arzneimittel-Forschung, 2000
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
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