Monoï de Tahiti Natural Papaya is an oily extract from Polynesian tradition that combines the benefits of Monoï de Tahiti with the antioxidant properties of papaya. Monoï de Tahiti itself is obtained through the maceration of Tiare flowers (Gardenia tahitensis) in refined Coconut oil produced. This traditional oil is particularly moisturizing and nourishing for the skin. It is rich in fatty acids and vitamin E, making it a valuable ingredient in skin care. The combination with papaya enhances the nourishing properties and gives the product an additional antioxidant effect.
The papaya (Carica papaya) probably originated in Mexico and was discovered by Europeans in the West Indies in the 16th century. It was then spread throughout tropical Asia, including Malaysia and the Philippines, by Spanish and Portuguese sailors.
The papaya tree offers many benefits in the areas of nutrition, industry, medicine and decoration. In Hawaii in particular, it is cultivated to produce papain, a proteolytic enzyme with numerous industrial and medical applications.
With its juicy, orange-colored flesh, reminiscent of melon, papaya enriches numerous culinary creations. Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, minerals and trace elements, we at Anakena -Natural Cosmetics use the exceptional properties of this fruit to provide our customers with a particularly effective and luxurious skin care product. Facial care to offer. The catechins and carotenoids contained in papaya - such as beta-cryptoxanthin - help to prevent premature skin ageing and protect the skin from oxidative stress.
The leaves, stems and fruit also contain latex with a high papain content. This enzyme acts on the collagen involved in cellulite formation and thus gives papaya skin-firming properties. Papain is valued in the cosmetics and food supplement industry due to its diverse effects.
The high content of antioxidants and vitamin C makes papaya a valuable ingredient that promotes skin regeneration and ensures a radiant, vital complexion.
Cultivation
The papaya tree is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Its cultivation requires warm temperatures and sufficient rainfall. The seeds are planted in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and watered regularly. The fruits are ready to harvest after around 6-8 months and can be harvested all year round. The best yields are achieved in the first three years.
Uses
Cosmetic applications
Papaya contains enzymes that support skin renewal and contribute to a smooth, even complexion. It has particularly valuable moisturizing properties and is ideal for sun-stressed skin. These gentle exfoliating and moisturizing properties make papaya an exceptional ingredient for body wraps and face masks, especially for refining the skin's texture. The papaya tree also provides latex, which is extracted from the unripe fruit. The extract from fermented papaya is twenty times richer in antioxidants than vitamin E and protects the body from oxidative stress caused by environmental influences.
Traditional applications
In pre-Columbian times, people in the Caribbean used the unripe fruit as a poultice to treat reddened skin and gastrointestinal complaints. To tenderize meat, they wrapped it in papaya leaves - a tradition that continued for a long time in the West Indies. The juice of the fruit or an infusion of the leaves is traditionally used to treat liver disease, indigestion, stomach pain and ulcers. Hydrogel from the latex can be helpful in the treatment of burns.
Culinary uses
The flesh of the fruit is particularly valued for preparing drinks, jams and for refining various dishes.
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