Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel
- 8 fluid ounces in a bottle
- Papaya enzyme and grapefruit extract exfoliate
- All skin types listed
- Oil-free gel, vegan formula
- Gluten, phthalate and sulfate free
- Grapefruit scent, green gel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An oil-free enzyme face wash for every skin type that exfoliates with papaya and citrus. The listing gives no directions, so frequency of use is up to the buyer.
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ASIN: B0015ZC13ICategory: Skin Care Gels
Overview
A shopper who wants gentle exfoliation in the wash step gets a papaya enzyme gel here, with grapefruit extract and a vegan formula. It is a green gel in a bottle, listed for the face and for adults.
Enzymes and fruit extracts make this a softer route to exfoliation than a scrub with grit. The limit is information, because use directions, pH and any note on rinsing or leaving it on briefly are all missing.
Who it's for
Adults with any skin type who want to clear excess oil and dull surface cells without a gritty scrub will find a place for it. People who prefer a creamy wash, or who want exact usage instructions, should look at other options.
Pros and cons
- Papaya enzyme exfoliation
- Listed for all skin types
- Directions not listed
- Face use only practical
- Weight in listing looks wrong
- Enzyme strength not listed
Performance notes
Enzymes dissolve the protein that holds dead skin cells together, so exfoliation happens chemically without abrasion. Contact time matters: a brief massage and rinse gives a mild effect, while leaving the gel longer pushes it stronger.
Specifications
| Brand | Mario Badescu |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item dimensions | 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 20 Grams |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Net Content Volume | 8 fluid ounces |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Green |
| Material Features | Vegan |
| Material Type Free | Gluten, phthalates, sulfates |
| Included components | |
| Package Type Name | Bottle |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Unit Count | 8.0 Ounce |
| Other details | |
| Skin Type | All |
| Active Ingredients | Enzymes |
| Special Ingredients | Papaya extract |
| Product Benefits | Exfoliates with papaya and citrus, oil-free gel formula |
| Item Form | Gel |
| Scent Name | Grapefruit |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Face |
| Target Use Body Part | Whole Body |
Frequently asked questions
How do you use Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel?
The listing gives no usage directions. It is described as a face wash and exfoliating gel, so follow the label on the bottle.
Is Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel a scrub?
No. It exfoliates with papaya enzyme and citrus rather than with grit or beads.
Is Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel vegan?
Yes. The material features field lists it as vegan, and it is also gluten, phthalate and sulfate free.
Can Mario Badescu Enzyme Cleansing Gel be used on the body?
The use area field says whole body, but the recommended use and the product title point to the face.