Papa Recipe
Blemish Enzyme Powder Wash
A antioxidant-rich cleanser by Papa Recipe — featuring Arbutin (fades dark spots).
28 of 28 ingredients identified
Informational only — check the packaging and a professional for advice.
4 exfoliating ingredients detected
This formula contains Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Citric Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Papain. A high exfoliation load can compromise the skin barrier and increase sensitivity.
Actives combined with exfoliation
This formula pairs active ingredients with exfoliation. Introduce gradually and watch for sensitivity.
Contains fragrance
Fragrance is a common trigger for sensitivity and irritation in reactive skin.
Category breakdown
Antioxidant · 7Exfoliant · 4Other · 3Surfactant · 3Soothing · 3Solvent / vehicle · 3Humectant · 2Active · 1Preservative · 1Fragrance · 1
Relationships
No notable synergies or conflicts detected between the identified ingredients.
Full ingredient breakdown
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A dimer of glycerin used as a humectant; provides hydration with a slightly richer, more substantive feel than glycerin.
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A ground powder made from walnut shells used as a physical exfoliant in scrubs; its irregular particle shape may pose micro-tear risk on sensitive skin.
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An AHA most often used in small amounts to adjust pH.
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A revered K-beauty botanical used for antioxidant, brightening and revitalizing effects.
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An aqueous or hydroalcoholic extract of rosemary leaves rich in rosmarinic acid and diterpene antioxidants, distinct from the essential oil form.
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A skullcap root extract rich in baicalin flavonoids with potent antioxidant and soothing action.
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Extract from Tricholoma matsutake (matsutake pine mushroom), a prized ingredient in Japanese and Korean beauty. Provides antioxidant beta-glucans and skin-conditioning amino acids.
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Extract from Ashitaba (Angelica keiskei), a perennial herb native to Japan prized in traditional medicine. Contains unique yellow chalcones (xanthoangelol, 4-hydroxyderricin) with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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Extract from Oryza sativa (rice); provides ferulic acid, gamma-oryzanol, and saccharides for antioxidant protection and brightening. One of the foundational ingredients in K-beauty and J-beauty.
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An extract of purslane traditionally used to calm and soothe reactive skin.
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A gentle brightening agent that inhibits pigment formation.
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A fermented-rice filtrate rich in amino acids and antioxidants that brightens and softens skin.
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An extract from Gossypium herbaceum (Levant cotton) plant containing polyphenols and flavonoids used for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-conditioning properties.
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A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that exfoliates very gently while also drawing in moisture and providing antioxidant benefits. Suited to sensitive skin.
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A gentle soothing and skin-conditioning agent.
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A cysteine protease enzyme extracted from the papaya fruit (Carica papaya). Used in cosmetics as an enzymatic exfoliant: it cleaves peptide bonds in denatured keratin, dissolving dead skin cell buildup without mechanical abrasion. Produces a smoother, brighter complexion and aids cell turnover. However, papain carries a well-documented sensitization risk — peer-reviewed research confirms it disrupts tight junction proteins and can induce IgE-mediated allergic responses even at low concentrations (1 µg/ml in vitro). Sensitization is partly independent of enzymatic activity, meaning inhibited papain retains allergenic potential. Cross-reactivity with latex and tropical fruits is documented. Avoid on broken, compromised, or sensitized skin. Not appropriate for daily use.
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A gold-standard humectant that draws water into the skin.