What is an example of an ingredient in an enzyme exfoliant?

• A. Pineapple
• B. Grape
• C. Banana
• D. Orange

Answer: (A)

Enzyme exfoliants work by using proteolytic enzymes to break down the proteins that hold dead skin cells together on the surface. Pineapple contains bromelain, a proteolytic enzyme that is commonly used in these products to help dissolve those bonds and loosen dead skin cells, revealing smoother skin. The other fruits—grape, banana, and orange—do not provide this specific enzyme source; they may be valued for vitamins or acids in skincare, but they aren’t the enzymatic component identified in enzyme exfoliants.