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Definition: Bromelain
Bromelain is an enzyme that is extracted from the stems of pineapples. Venezuelan chemist Vicente Marcano isolated bromelain from the fruit in 1891, but it wasn't introduced as a therapeutic supplement until 1957. Taken orally, bromelain can aid with removing dead proteins in skin cells, but the effects are very gradual.
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Reader Review of the Day: Alba Pineapple Enzyme Facial Cleanser
The enzyme that gives pineapples their zing in beauty products is called bromelain, as it works to help dissolve impurities. It's been a while since we've heard from Hippiecowgirl, so let's find out what she had to say about Alba Pineapple Enzyme Facial Cleanser ($13), a beauty product that contains this skin-smoothing enzyme in the ingredients:
This is a truly great facial cleanser. The pineapple scent makes me feel like I'm taking a tropical vacation every time I wash my face.
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