If you suffer from problems such as mild eczema or psoriasis, the use of paw paw can be an effective remedy for these problems. Paw paw is rich in a natural enzyme called papain, which helps soothe irritated or dry skin. This was a popular remedy long before science was in a position to explain why fermented paw paw treatments work so effectively.

After a burn, you may find you suffer from dry skin, or sensitive skin because of the injury. Using paw paw has been demonstrated to soothe burns. The high concentration of vitamins A and C mean that the paw paw ingredient actively helps to rejuvenate skin  that has been damaged by a burn. In this way, the paw paw is an effective option for preventing further scarring.

Another useful quality of paw paw is that it makes an effective barrier cream for dry skin and other problematic skin conditions. Paw paw not only helps to protect skin that has been exposed to burns, but is great for those who suffer from conditions like eczema and psoriasis. As well as this, paw paw is a great treatment for both nappy rash and heat  rash. If your baby is suffering from nappy rash, then paw paw ointment is the ideal natural and gentle treatment to help soothe this skin condition.

For the treatment of skin conditions such as warts, corns or flaky, dry skin,

the enzyme papain in paw paw is a very effective balm.

The papain enzyme has disintegrating and skin smoothing qualities,

which are ideal for these problems.

Using paw paw aids in reducing the seriousness of this condition

and helps to stop it from worsening.

Another popular use for paw paw is for dry skin on the lips and hands.

Paw paw in lip balms and ointments is one of the richest treatments for dry skin

on the lips and on the  cuticles. The skin on your hands often gets the most exposure

to pollutants and chemicals. Whether it is something that we come into contact with

during the course of   the day or simply doing the dishes, our hands tend to be exposed

to the worst of it. Using paw paw is a great way to restore moisture to dry cuticles

as well as to help restore condition to the skin in the hands in general.

A final use for paw paw, aside from restoring dry skin or healing sensitive skin, is as a soothing balm on insect bites and other stings. The papain enzyme that is found in the paw paw is also extremely useful as a  home remedy to aid in the case of bee stings, wasp stings and jellyfish stings. The papain enzyme works by breaking down the toxins released in the sting, not just soothing but actually helping to eliminate the cause of the stinging discomfort.

Paw paw is truly an exceptional ingredient, providing a diverse range of treatments for dry skin, problem skin, stings and burns among other things. With such a diversity of uses, it is no wonder that the rest of the world is fast catching on to the usefulness of this exceptional natural skin treatment.

Sourced and published by Henry Sapiecha 20th Feb 2010