What is Bromelain?
Keratolytic
Bromelain is a keratolytic that loosens hardened surface keratin.
This ingredient is listed in CosIng, the EU's cosmetic ingredient database. CosIng lists what it's used for as: Keratolytic, Skin conditioning.
CosIng function classes are the EU's standard list of the jobs an ingredient does inside a product, such as moisturizing, emulsifying, or preserving.
Which products feature it?
13 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.
Showing 1 to 12.
Key: Bromelain (#7 on the ingredient list), Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid
4 claims checked
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#60SecondWashPack#FlakeImprovement
partly backedMild
partly backedThis is Needly NEEDLY, a beauty & lifestyle brand that helps our true inner beauty be revealed.
nothing specific to checkHitting skin concerns right on the mark
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It's made for better hydration.
Key: Bromelain (#9 on the ingredient list), Papain, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch
15 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- a smoother skin texture · calmer skin · better hydration
- Only partly backed:
- less visible pores · less shine
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Ministry of Food and Drug Safety review (yes/no): Not applicable
backed by evidenceCleansing and exfoliating care at the same time
backed by evidenceSkin soothing action / Allantoin ingredient soothes sensitive skin
backed by evidencePapain exfoliation care
backed by evidenceBromelain waste relief
backed by evidenceDiglycerin moisture supply
backed by evidenceThe product you inquired about is not weakly acidic but close to neutral.
backed by evidencePore waste relief / Relieves waste from skin and pores for a refreshing feel
plausible, not testedSebum control / Controls oily skin and cares for healthy skin
plausible, not testedFor those who want a non-drying and fresh feeling after cleansing
plausible, not testedDead skin cell care / Fine-particle enzyme powder works to gently care for the skin
partly backedThis non-soap cleanser is gentle for all skin types. It smells lovely and turns the attractive tactile sensation when dampened. This specialized formula will leave your skin feeling soft and silky.
partly backedCorn starch oil·moisture balance
partly backedFor those who want gentle cleansing with low irritation
partly backedTitanium dioxide skin protection
contradicted by sources
Lassie'el
Enzyme Oat Scrub Powder Wash
Key: Bromelain (#15 on the ingredient list), Vigna Radiata Seed Powder, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour
12 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration · a smoother skin texture
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A powder cleanser made by finely grinding enzymes and 7 grains that are beneficial to the skin.
backed by evidenceBy adjusting the amount of water, use it sometimes as a cleanser, sometimes as a scrub.
plausible, not testedSmooth results and dead skin care at the same time
plausible, not testedExperience smooth skin with LASSIE'EL’s Enzyme Oat Scrub Powder Wash.
plausible, not testedGrain Foam Scrub · Clear Cleansing · Moisture Care
partly backedGently removes dead skin cells on the skin surface without irritation.
overstatedWith naturally derived ingredients, it offers a skin-friendly, gentle cleansing experience.
overstatedCombining effective exfoliation with seven natural grains, this gentle scrub offers both cleansing and hydration.
overstated1,000,000 units sold out
no supporting source foundGentle Enzyme Exfoliation
no supporting source foundEco-friendly clean beauty
nothing specific to checkIdeal for personalized skincare, it caters to various skin needs with its adjustable formula.
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Mediheal
Phyto-enzyme Peeling Pad
Key: Bromelain (#19 on the ingredient list), Betaine Salicylate, Papain
1 claim checked
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A daily exfoliating pad that gently wipes away sebum and dead skin cells inside pores and refines skin texture to be smooth
partly backed
Key: Bromelain (#20 on the ingredient list), Papain, Protease
2 claims, summarized
- Don't count on:
- a smoother skin texture
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Daily flake care with chewy enzyme foam
overstatedHigh Amino All Enzyme Powder Wash
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Key: Bromelain (#20 on the ingredient list), Papain, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Key: Bromelain (#24 on the ingredient list), Papain, Gluconolactone
Key: Bromelain (#24 on the ingredient list), Papain, Protease
paparecipe
Blemish Bubble Mud Mask
Key: Bromelain (#34 on the ingredient list), Kaolin, Bentonite
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Spotless care with bubbles that eat impurities
plausible, not tested
Key: Bromelain (#39 on the ingredient list), Sodium DNA, Ceramide
Key: Bromelain (#40 on the ingredient list), Dipeptide-15, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
5 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- less visible pores · less shine
- Tests passed:
- hypoallergenic · skin irritation
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The high-moisture cream formula reacts to skin temperature and transforms into a transparent oil, melting hard sebum inside pores gently in a melting method. Unlike regular cleansing oils, it requires no separate tools, and after applying and leaving it for 5 minutes, rolling with fingertips pushes out sebum, allowing clean care without dripping.
plausible, not testedThe melting texture that dissolves at skin temperature gently cares for everything from hard blackheads to sebum inside pores.
plausible, not testedIt contains peeling ingredients such as AHA, LHA, sodium bicarbonate, succinic acid, and bromelain, but it is formulated with a sequentially acting melting formula for gentle care without irritation. It is a product that has completed V-Label vegan certification, exclusion of parabens and animal-derived ingredients, and even low-irritation testing on sensitive skin.
partly backedPore purification I Sebum softening I Pore tightening
overstatedYes, it is a product that clinical trial results confirmed improvement of up to 57.1% for nose-wing blackheads and up to 75% for whiteheads with just one use. The melting cream that dissolves at skin temperature wraps around hard sebum and softly softens it, then when lightly rolled, impurities are naturally expelled in grain form.
no supporting source found
Realbarrier
Ceramide Moisture Cleansing Foam
It's made for better hydration.
Key: Bromelain (#42 on the ingredient list), Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
21 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration · better barrier support
- Tests passed:
- dermatologist check · skin irritation
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Plant-derived amino acid surfactant
backed by evidenceMaintaining the skin's pH balance completes comfortable skin without tightness
plausible, not testedChewy, abundant fresh cream foam, moist without tightness! All-in-one clean cleansing foam, large size
partly backedClean cleansing with chewy, abundant foam
partly backedFresh cream foam cleanly washes everything from makeup to impurities without skin tightness! Ceramide Moisture Cleansing Foam
partly backed93% cleansing of makeup* after product use
partly backed94% cleansing of sunscreen after product use
partly backedMaintains weakly acidic skin
partly backed56.1 before product use, 63.7 after 2 weeks of product use, 13.4% improvement (moisture measurement (A.U))
partly backed19.7 before product use, 16.1 after 2 weeks of product use, 13.4% improvement (skin barrier (TEWL) measurement (g/m²h))
partly backedSuitable for use on sensitive skin DERMATOLOGISTST TESTED *Human application study on suitability for use on sensitive skin completed
partly backedSkin irritation test completed DERMATOLOLOGIST TESTED **Skin irritation test completed
partly backedMoist hydrating cleansing foam, 100% satisfaction
overstated100% cleansing power
overstated100% oil and moisture balance
overstated100% moistness
overstated99% cleansing of fine dust after product use
overstated99% cleansing of impurities inside pores after product use
overstatedIt contains 11 kinds of hyaluronic acid in different sizes, from ultra-low molecular weight to high molecular weight, so it finishes moist without tightness even after washing.
overstatedIt adds three skin barrier component ingredients to care for a skin barrier weakened by external irritation and keeps the skin moist for a long time.
overstatedMild deep cleansing ingredients, applying plant-derived ingredients to cleanse gently yet thoroughly.
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We checked each claim that features this ingredient. Open the list below to see the result for each one.
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| Result | Claims |
|---|---|
| backed by evidence | 1 of 2 |
| partly backed | 1 of 2 |
These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.