Pumpkin Enzyme Powder

Pumpkin Enzyme Powder 

High-activity enzymatic exfoliation ingredient designed to support smoother, brighter, and healthier-looking skin.

INCI Name: Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract

Activity: 100,000 U/g

Appearance: Off-white to pale beige powder

Solubility: Water-dispersible

Function: Enzymatic exfoliant, skin resurfacing active, skin conditioning ingredient

Pumpkin Enzyme Powder is a highly active exfoliating ingredient derived from pumpkin. Rich in naturally occurring proteolytic enzymes, it helps gently break down surface buildup and dead skin cells, promoting smoother-looking skin and improved radiance without relying on traditional acid exfoliation systems.

Pumpkin enzymes have become a popular alternative to harsher exfoliating ingredients due to their ability to support skin renewal while maintaining a gentle skin feel. They are frequently incorporated into masks, enzyme treatments, exfoliating cleansers, and brightening skincare products.

Supplied as a cosmetic raw material for formulation use.

What It Does

Pumpkin Enzyme Powder provides gentle enzymatic exfoliation by helping loosen and remove accumulated surface debris and dead skin cells. This process can improve the appearance of dull skin, support smoother texture, and enhance overall skin radiance.

Key Benefits

• Supports gentle exfoliation without abrasive particles.
• Promotes smoother-looking skin texture.
• Helps improve skin radiance and brightness.
• Suitable for enzyme masks and exfoliating treatments.
• Can complement acid exfoliation systems.
• Ideal for professional and advanced skincare formulations.

Suggested Use Levels

• 0.1–0.5% — Daily exfoliation support
• 0.5–2% — Enzyme masks and treatment products
• 2–5% — Intensive exfoliation systems

How to Incorporate

• Add during the cool-down phase whenever possible.
• Avoid excessive heat during processing.
• Suitable for masks, cleansers, powders, gels, and treatment products.

Formulation Notes

• Enzyme activity may decrease with prolonged exposure to heat.
• Frequently paired with fruit extracts, AHAs, PHAs, and hydrating ingredients.
• Ideal for brightening and resurfacing formulations.
• Can be incorporated into powder or water-based systems.
• pH conditions may influence enzyme performance.

Common Applications

• Enzyme masks
• Exfoliating cleansers
• Brightening treatments
• Resurfacing serums
• Powder-to-foam cleansers
• Professional skincare treatments

Nature looked at mechanical scrubs and decided there had to be a more elegant solution. The pumpkin agreed and volunteered enzymes.

Documents

• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry location.
• Keep container tightly sealed.
• Protect from heat, humidity, and direct sunlight.

Disclaimer

This material is supplied for cosmetic formulation use only. Users are responsible for evaluating suitability, enzyme activity, stability, and regulatory compliance within finished formulations.