Super Skin Ingredient: Papaya

1. PLANET NINE SUPER SKIN INGREDIENT: PAPAYA OUR TOP PAPAYA PICKS: Papaya fruit naturally contains a super enzyme known as papain which can do wonders for smooth, glowy skin. Additionally, papaya contains vitamins A and C – both of which are well MIRACLE MASK WITH PAPAYA (60ML) EVOLVE regarded for their anti-ageing and antioxidant properties. It’s found in the ingredients list of many luxury beauty products, however we recommend trying our homemade face mask recipe below for a cheap and easy alternative! What Is Papaya? PAPAYA-S SUN CREAM (50G) Papaya is an exotic fruit native to Mexico and Central America, however it is now cultivated throughout the tropical world. A ripe papaya has a mild to fairly sweet taste and a creamy texture which melts in the mouth. Across the world, papaya is commonly used as a breakfast fruit, for smoothies and juices and DAILY DETOX FACE WASH (100ML) in dishes such as Thailand’s famous and spicy Som Tam salad. What Does Papaya Do For Our Skin? Think of papaya as a natural, super-charged, skin-brightening exfoliator. Papain, a proteolytic enzyme found in the fruit, PAPAYA SOS MARMALADE (30G) dissolves dead skin cells when applied to the surface of our skin. This makes it extremely useful in clearing marks and scars left behind by blemishes.

2. Vitamins A and C work to fight against environmental and UV damage, quell inflammation, encourage healthy skin cell production and accelerates the formation of collagen. Who Should Use Papaya In Their Skincare Regime? As papain clears dead skin cells, thereby de-clogging pores, it works well in both the prevention and treatment of acne. PHOTO BY MARTIN R. SMITH That said, the antioxidant benefits can be enjoyed by all skin types. Especially those with ageing skin will see an improvement in hyper-pigmentation and fine lines. Homemade Papaya Face Mask Recipe 5 tbsp of papaya 1 tbsp honey Combine the ingredients in a blender to form a smooth purée. Spread the mask all over your face and leave on for 10-15 minutes before rinsing with warm water. Use once per week. HTTPS://PLANETNINEMAG.COM/SUPE R-SKIN-INGREDIENT-PAPAYA/