Carica Papaya (Papaya) Leaf Extract
Carica Papaya (Papaya) Leaf Extract
Botanical extract from papaya leaves. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review concluded that Carica Papaya (Papaya) Leaf Extract has insufficient data to determine safety for intended cosmetic use, while EU/CosMILE references list it as a cosmetic ingredient used as a tonic/conditioning-type material. Because the extract is plant-derived and data are limited, it is best treated as a low-level supportive ingredient rather than a well-characterized active. ([pure.psu.edu](https://pure.psu.edu/en/publications/safety-assessment-of-carica-papaya-papaya-derived-ingredients-as-/?utm_source=openai))
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Risks & Warnings
Main concern is insufficient safety data for cosmetic use rather than a known high hazard. Botanical extracts can provoke irritation or allergy in some users, especially if unstandardized. Use extra caution in pregnancy if product data are incomplete, since no strong ingredient-specific pregnancy data were found. ([pure.psu.edu](https://pure.psu.edu/en/publications/safety-assessment-of-carica-papaya-papaya-derived-ingredients-as-/?utm_source=openai))
