Fruit enzymes such as Bromelain and Papain provide the skin with thorough exfoliation benefits, but here at Shamama Therapy, I took it a step further and included Aloe Vera Powder to nourish and moisturise your skin at the same time. Kaolin Clay serves as a wonderful cleansing base for all skin types, even the most sensitive.

I have found that fruit enzymes are the gentlest way to exfoliate the skin and really offer magnificent benefits.

What Are Fruit Enzymes And How Do They Work?

Fruit enzymes of bromelain and papain are proteolytic enzymes extracted from the raw fruit of the papaya and pineapple plant. They gently but effectively dissolve dead, horny cells, smoothe and improve the skin’s structure, and make the complexion look even. Due to its superficial action they do not irritate the skin, and can be used in the case of hypersensitivity and dilated capillaries, in people who can not tolerate mechanical treatments and / or exfoliation with acids.

What Are The Benefits Of Fruit Enzymes For Your Skin?

• More even skin tone
• Anti-inflammatory action
• Reduction in pore size
• Skin brigthening
• Fewer lines and wrinkles
• A healthy glow
• Softer skin
• Plumper and more youthful complexion

Fruit Enzyme Face Mask Active Ingredients

Bromelain: An enzyme from pineapple, bromelain helps to exfoliate the skin and rebuild collagen for a more youthful complexion. Also provides anti-inflammatory benefits  while helping to unclog clogged pores, making it perfect for problem skin too.

Papain: Papaya fruit enzymes help to exfoliate, moisturize and repair skin. Papain is very effective in skin renewal and skin lightening. It also functions as skin softener and helps fight acne. The enzyme helps the body combat free radicals, thus preventing premature ageing.

Organic Aloe Vera Leaf: Used topically aloe vera enhances the health and beauty of your face, skin, hair and more. It helps:

• Lighten blemishes
• Reduce acne and infection. It contains substances – gibberellins and polysaccharides –  that stimulate the growth of new cells, while glycoproteins reduce the inflammation and redness.
• Accelerate wound healing
• Moisturize
• Soothe sunburn. In one study, it was found that Aloe Vera gel shown anti-inflammatory effects superior to those of 1% hydrocortisone.

Organic Raspberry Fruit Powder has great anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory  properties. It is also high in Vitamin A, C and E which provide wonderful benefits for the skin.

Can Fruit Enzymes Cause Skin Sensitivity?

As with any new skincare product or ingredient, I always recommend testing for sensitivity on your inner arm. Just because it is natural, it does not mean your skin won’t react to it.

Simply apply a thin layer of product to your inner arm and leave on for just a few minutes. If no irritation occurs, you can then go ahead and apply a thin layer of Fruit Enzymes Face Mask to your face, neck and chest avoiding your eyes and lips.