We Reviewed revision skincare papaya enzyme cleanser and it's better than expected.
Before digging right into the review, it’s worth knowing a little bit about the brand. Revision Skincare was founded by John and Rob Muller in the 80s. Their mission was and is to create products to balance and support skin health with science based and medical-grade ingredients and harmonious formulas that work together to help with various skin concerns and conditions. The brand is also recognized, by avoiding harsh chemicals, like parabens, sulfates, artificial fragrances, and phthalates. It’s also worth noting that, Revision Skincare products are often recommended by dermatologists and beauty professionals.
Finding the right cleanser that’s both effective and gentle is a challenge on its own, it’s even harder if you’re trying to find one with good skincare ingredients, and without drying out your skin too much. Here comes, Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser in to play. It has a nice texture, amazing ingredients, and best of all, it has more than one function. From the ingredients to the reviews from other users, we will discuss everything below.
Benefits in Short
Pros
- Gentle on the skin
- Potent in exfoliating and soothing
- Great ingredients
Cons
- Price
- Might cause a breakout
- Strong scent
Ingredients
Starting off with ingredients, we must say that Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser has quite a “collection” of ingredients. The three key ingredients are:
Papain (Papaya Enzymes) – From the name of the cleanser you can already guess what will be the hero ingredient. Papaya acts as a natural exfoliator by breaking down dead skin cells on the surface. Unlike harsh physical exfoliants, enzymes offer a gentler approach, making this cleanser suitable for regular use without the risk of over-exfoliating.
Salicylic Acid – Known for its ability to penetrate deep into pores, salicylic acid is a powerful ingredient for addressing acne and clogged pores. It dissolves sebum and dead skin within the pores, preventing breakouts and blackheads.
Bixa Orellana Seed Extract – Helps neutralize free radicals that cause premature aging and skin damage. It also helps with calming irritated skin, reducing redness, supporting skin barrier function, reducing excess sebum, and protecting from the sun. Quite amazing isn’t it?
Shea Butter – ideal for deeply moisturizing and nourishing the skin. It helps to lock in moisture, making it perfect for dry and, or dehydrated skin.
Benefits
It not only helps encourage a smoother, brighter complexion, but also helps improve texture and create a desirable glow. Infused with salicylic acid to reach deep into the pores, dissolving the oil and impurities that can lead to clogged pores and breakouts. The enzyme action in this cleanser gives dull skin a pick me up and sweeps away pesky dead skin cells when used regularly. It uncovers newer, more vibrant skin, and can help even out the appearance of skin tone. When used regularly, the exfoliating action of this gentle toner helps to improve skin texture and makes it feel soft and refined.
Who's It For?
Overall, Revision Skincare Papaya Enzyme Cleanser works well with all skin types, best with normal, oily, and combination skin types, just be careful using it on sensitive skin, because it can cause redness and irritation.
Texture
It has a lightweight, gel-like texture that transforms into a gentle, creamy foam when mixed with water. Unlike harsh, gritty exfoliants, this enzyme-based formula is completely smooth, providing a mild but effective cleanse without any abrasive particles. The gel consistency glides easily over the skin, creating a soft lather that lifts away impurities, makeup, and excess oil. After rinsing, it leaves the skin feeling fresh, clean, and balanced without any tightness or residue, making it ideal for daily use across various skin types.
Final Thoughts
It does a fantastic job of removing daily impurities and makeup residue, though I still prefer to use a makeup remover for waterproof products. Immediately after one use, my skin felt smoother and appeared slightly more shiny. Unlike some exfoliating cleansers that can leave skin feeling raw, this cleanser was refreshingly gentle and left my skin feeling balanced.
Reviews From Other Users
Users often say that the cleanser leaves their skin feeling softer and smoother—more luminous—and that it doesn’t irritate. Its lightweight, almost gel-like texture foams slightly and lathers up nicely without stripping the skin—perfect for a refreshing, daily cleanse. Many reviewers with combination and oily skin types find it especially effective at balancing oil production and keeping breakouts at bay.
A few users with extra-dry or sensitive skin say that the cleanser performs well overall, though they only use it a few times per week (as opposed to every day), to avoid dryness.