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Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm

Name: Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm
Brand: Glow Recipe
SKU: GRD110UN
Price: 32.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (1959 reviews)

Effortlessly dissolve makeup, dirt, and oil with the PEG-free Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing BalmView Details

Benefits: Melt dirt & makeup

Targets: Texture & dullness

Clinically Effective Ingredients: Papaya Enzymes

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Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm

About the product

Reveal smooth, glowing skin from the start of your routine and effortlessly dissolve makeup, dirt, and oil with the PEG-free Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm. This balm-to-milky oil harnesses naturally-enzymatic, actively smoothing papaya to satisfy and gently resurface skin, creating the ultimate baby-soft canvas for skincare and makeup. The mix of exfoliating and calming papaya seed oil, papaya enzymes, papaya extract, and antioxidant-packed blueberry, leaves skin clean, bouncy, and glowing.

Inspired by the K-Beauty method of double cleansing, or 1:1 Method, which focuses on massaging the products into the skin for 1 full minute for each cleansing step. This ensures that the multiple layers of skin care, makeup, dirt, and oils are all thoroughly removed. Using the 1:1 Method is the key in achieving hydrated, bouncy, clean skin.

Hello Giggles Beauty Awards 2021: Best Luxe Makeup Remover

Women's Healthly Beauty Awards 2021: Best Cleansing Balm

POPSUGAR Women-Owned Beauty Awards 2021: Best Face Wash

Ophthalmologist-Tested

Safe for Sensitive Eyes & Contact Lens Wearers

Safe for Sensitive Skin

About Glow Recipe: Glow Recipe creates clean, fruit-forward, clinically-effective skincare for glowing skin. Anchored in Korean skincare philosophies, this sensorial skincare line develops innovative formulas that pair antioxidant-rich fruit with gentle yet powerful actives for real results and your healthiest, glowiest skin yet. Vegan. Cruelty-free.

Papaya Enzymes

Known as papain, this gentle exfoliant helps to dissolve and remove dead skin cells, improving skin tone and texture. It helps to soften and smooth the top layer of the skin while soothing and brightening.

Papaya Extract & Seed Oil

Rich in fatty acids, Oleic and Linoleic Acids, in addition to Vitamins A, C, and E, to help keep skin hydrated.

Blueberry Extract

Rich in antioxidants to help fight free radical damage, calm irritation, and brighten skin.

Camellia Japonica Seed Oil

A lightweight, moisturizing oil that’s rich in Oleic Acid, antioxidants, and rich in Vitamins A, D, and E to help keep skin hydrated without weighing your skin down.

Apricot Kernel Oil

An oil high in fatty acids and Vitamin E that deeply nourishes and soothes the skin.

Free Of:

Vegan. Cruelty-free. Parabens, Mineral Oil, Sulfates, Silicones, Phthalates, Drying Alcohols, Synthetic Dyes, Synthetic Fragrance..

We choose to formulate with fragrance, when needed, to create a sensorial, enjoyable skincare experience. However, some formulas don’t need added fragrance as they already have naturally fragrant extracts. Naturally fragrant extracts are plant-based extracts that inherently possess a potent, pleasant scent.

The polyethylene in Papaya is a safe, cosmetic-grade polymer in liquid form and is different from the polyethylene that makes up common, everyday household plastics or microbeads.

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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sorbitan Oleate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Polyethylene, Aqua/Water/Eau, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Seed Oil, Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract, Papain, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Fruit Extract, Alkanna Tinctoria Root Extract, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Maltodextrin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Levulinic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Metabisulfite

Scoop a generous amount. On dry skin, gently massage formula in circular motions for up to 1 minute with dry hands, focusing on areas that have more makeup. Add water to emulsify and continue to massage, and then thoroughly splash with lukewarm water to rinse.

Pro Tip:

Massage the formula onto dry skin with dry hands for up to 30 seconds. Add water to emulsify and massage it again for up to 30 seconds for the most effective makeup removal. To double cleanse, use 1-2 pumps of Blueberry Bounce Gentle Cleanser (sold separately) and gently massage onto skin for up to 1 minute, and rinse thoroughly with water. Follow with your usual skincare routine.

How do the different forms of papaya benefit skin?

The 3 forms of Papaya (Papaya Enzymes, Papaya Seed Oil, Papaya Extract) are all rich in Vitamin A, C, E, and fatty acids, but each form has different concentrations. They all help to smooth, brighten, moisturize, and soothe skin but the oil has higher concentrations of fatty acids while the enzyme actively smooths.

How does the formula effectively remove makeup without PEGs?

PEGs (Polyethylene Glycol) are used as effective ingredients for makeup removal and can cause sensitivity when consistently used, especially for sensitive skin. Since face + eyes are such delicate skin, we chose to formulate without any PEGs. Instead, we used Sorbitan Oleate, a solubilizer extracted from olive, and other oils that work together to effectively remove the makeup.

Since it exfoliates, is it safe for everyday (and 2x a day) use?

Yes, it is safe. The formula has many soothing ingredients, papaya enzymes are a gentle smoothing ingredient, and it is tested to be safe for sensitive skin and eyes. Tests results TBD before launch.

What is the optimal environment for this cleanser?

The formula should be in a dry, cool environment. Always close the cap to keep fresh. Do not keep the formula in the shower as this is a damp, wet environment. Avoid getting water into the jar as this can alter the texture.

Do I use this on dry skin or damp skin? Will it remove makeup the same either way?

Apply to dry skin and massage into the skin to stimulate circulation and to allow the natural oils in the formula to latch on to dirt and grime. If used in the shower, please make sure skin is dry when applying.

Why is there polyethylene in the formula?

The polyethylene in Papaya is a safe, cosmetic-grade polymer in liquid form and is different from the polyethylene that makes up common, everyday household plastics or microbeads.

At Glow Recipe, we’re committed to glowing responsibly, creating products that are good for your skin and the planet. In partnership with Pact Collective, we aim to give your glow empties a second life! To learn more about our sustainability initiatives click here

FULL-SIZE (100 ml)

Cap

Recycling Instructions

Pact Accepted. Clean and drop off at your nearest Pact collection bin.

Material

ABS

% PCR

Resin code

Carton

Recycling Instructions

Likely Curbside Recyclable. Clean and put in your recycling bin.

Material

SBS

% PCR

34%

Resin code

Jar

Recycling Instructions

Pact Accepted. Clean and drop off at your nearest Pact collection bin.

Material

Glass

% PCR

70%

Resin code

Folding Carton Liner

Recycling Instructions

Likely Curbside Recyclable. Clean and put in your recycling bin.

Material

Paper

% PCR

Resin code

Made in South Korea

Real Results

100% agreed their skin had a healthy and glowing radiance after us*

100% agreed the cleansing balm removed their long-wear and stubborn makeup*

100% agreed the cleansing balm doesn't leave their skin feeling stripped or tight*

*Based on a consumer use study of 32 participants during a 2 week period.

I am absolutely in love with the papaya balm enzyme cleanser. It feels amazing on your skin and takes off every bit of makeup and dirt and grime. Is the best first step and a double cleansing routine. I’m already on my second jar.
- Megan

Double Cleansing 101

Double cleansing ensures that the multiple layers of skincare, makeup, dirt & oils are thoroughly removed to leave your skin clean, clear & glowing. Use an oil-based cleanser first to remove stubborn oil-based products, makeup & SPF. Then use a SLS-free foaming cleanser to clean skin of dirt and debris.

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Sustainability

Carbon Neutral

Recycle your empties with Pact

Clean Ingredients

Responsible Sourcing

100% recyclable & FSC-Certified paper packaging

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Love this cleanser! Doesn’t leave the oily residue like others

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Rated 5 out of 5

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Great for double cleanse!

I got this to use as my first step in double cleansing. It works great! Keeps my skin clean and smells great!

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55 - 64

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Rated 5 out of 5

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Loving them!!

The Cloudberry bright moisture cream, the Pomegranate firming serum & the Watermelon glow ultra fine mist. All are wonderful & make my face feel so soft. The Papaya sorbet cleansing balm is amazing for removing makeup. It gives an overall lush feeling to my face.

My fav is the Watermelon ultra fine mist. It gives my face this bright, beaming look. ❤️😊

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Reviewed by Vivian

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I recommend this product

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35 - 44

Skin Type

Sensitive

Skin Concern

Anti-aging
Dark spots
Uneven tone
Dryness
Acne

Rated 5 out of 5

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Great!!

I love it! It is very gentle on the skin, I have sensitive skin and I use it without any problem 🫶🏻

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Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm

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