Facial Enzyme Peel Scrub Formula and Papain Safety

Asked by: niphon_1974 On: March 23, 2016 Product Type: Cosmetics Answered

Question

I want to make a facial enzyme peel scrub.

I understand that ingredients like Papain can be used at high concentrations in drugs (like ACCUZYME, which uses 83000 Activity Unit / Gram of Papain with 10% Urea) but should only be used at 0.5-1.5% (approximately 4000 Activity Unit at 1%) in cosmetics for safety.

Can you provide a sample formula for a gentle facial enzyme peel scrub using a safe enzyme suitable for cosmetic use?

Answer

Facial Enzyme Peel Scrub Formula

Based on your request for a facial cream scrub using products available from MySkinRecipes, and considering the previous discussion regarding Papain and the recommendation for Pumpkin Renew™ as a gentler alternative, here is a sample formula:

Ingredient Percentage Function
Pumpkin Renew™ 10% Exfoliation
Light Cream Maker 1% Emulsifier
Fractionated Coconut Oil 5% Moisturizer
Glycerin 5% Moisturizer
Phenoxyethanol SA 1% Preservative
Water Remaining Base

Instructions for Use:

  1. Cleanse your face thoroughly.
  2. Apply a thin layer of the scrub to clean, dry skin.
  3. Gently massage onto the face in circular motions for 1-2 minutes, avoiding the eye area.
  4. Leave on for 5-10 minutes (or as tolerated).
  5. Rinse thoroughly with water.
  6. Use 2-3 times per week.

This formula utilizes Pumpkin Renew™ for gentle enzymatic exfoliation, suitable for regular use as a facial scrub.

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Concentration Cream Exfoliation Safety Scrub