Unexpected Beauty Uses For Paw Paw Treatment

Paw paw ointment is a lip care staple. In fact, you could even claim it’s a cult product. And we wouldn't be surprised if every single one of us has a tube stashed in the handbag, bathroom and bedside table, too.

But did you know this hydrating salve isn’t just useful as a lip balm? We recently discovered that paw paw ointments can be used in 10(!) different ways, giving us many more reasons to love this go-to beauty product.

10 DIFFERENT WAYS TO USE PAW PAW OINTMENT

#1 As a lip primer

Apply the paw paw ointment under your lipstick to create a smooth, moisturised base - it’ll help make your lipstick stay-put instead of bleeding or drying into a wrinkly finish.

#2 As a lip gloss

Dab a little paw paw over the top of lipstick to add a pretty, moisturising sheen.

#3 As an eyeshadow primer

Wipe a small amount onto your eye area before applying eyeshadow to help extend its wear time and allow for easy colour blending. Or if you like the glossy eye look, apply it on top for a dewy finish.

#4 As a hair styling product

Rub a teeny tiny amount between your palms and run your hands through your hair to help tame frizz, define your hairstyle, hydrate your ends and help prevent split ends.

#5 As a brow styler

Using a spoolie (the mascara-like brush on the end of a brow pencil), brush a little paw paw ointment onto your brows to help define your arches and keep stray hairs in place.

#6 As a cuticle cream

Massage a little paw paw into your cuticles each evening before you go to bed for healthier, stronger nails and cuticles.

#7 As a face mask for dry skin

Apply to a light layer to cleansed and toned skin, and leave on overnight. Come morning, the paw paw will have penetrated your skin and you’ll have a smooth, hydrated complexion.

#8 As an all-over skin moisturiser

Paw paw ointment is sensational at soothing and healing dry or irritated skin anywhere on the body. This includes dry elbows, cracked heels, and red or itchy skin caused by rashes, eczema, psoriasis or other skin conditions.

#9 As a wound healer

Treat burns, cuts or wounds instantly with paw paw ointment – it has incredible healing powers.

#10 As a sting soother

Got a bite or a sting? Instantly soothe itchy, swollen skin with paw paw ointment as it promotes fast skin healing

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*This article has been updated since its original publication date.

Main image: @sopania

Do you use paw paw ointment? Did you know you know it can be used in so many different ways?

238 Member Comments

Jay.dogga1986 19 Jun 2020 4:06 PM

Just FYI - be careful with Paw paw.

I lived by my lucas paw paw balm and wouldn't go anywhere without it.

I developed sever dermatitis on my lip and it turns out it was from using paw paw balms. My dermatologist told me the fragrances in the pawpaw had caused me to have an allergic reaction and they were the cause of my dermatitis. She explained that most paw paw balms include a tiny amount of fragrance - sometimes not even enough to have them listed on the ingredients. Constant use can cause allergic reactions and she has been seeing these issues occur more frequently.

Now, as recommended by my dermatologist, I only use vaseline and the issue on my lip has disappeared. Just something to keep in mind.

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Susmat 13 Jun 2020 11:30 AM

and here was I thinking it was just a first aid staple...!

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Petal 14 Apr 2020 9:13 PM

I have just bought my second tube of the Sukin Naturals Paw Paw Ointment so I must like it. I rarely buy the same products again apart from a few staple products.

Love bug 2 Apr 2020 11:51 AM

Totally did not think of the overnight face mask tip or the hair styler. These are such great tips and who doesn't love the good ol paw paw? :D

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Peta908 23 Mar 2020 3:29 PM

Great article. I use on my lips and for my cuticles

Omyara 14 Mar 2020 2:18 PM

I use it on my kids and my lips too.

Angage 12 Mar 2020 11:06 AM

I love multi tasking products.

misfortune8 8 Mar 2020 9:26 PM

As an eyeshadow primer? Wouldn't that get sticky?

the_girl_who_loves_cosmetics 8 Mar 2020 3:49 PM

An article I am saving asap... how cool!

Hayleyk 7 Mar 2020 9:55 PM

Amazing definitely adding to favourites had no idea about all the uses of the ointment. Ive been using it for a decade only as a lip balm.

ThisIsMe 6 Mar 2020 1:10 PM

As a face mask?! Wow now that is interesting!! I don't have dry skin so wouldn't need but good to know!

Bellefleur 3 Mar 2020 1:26 PM

It really is such an allrounder - I have used it for cuts and burns on the skin and for dry elbows very successfully.

Paul481 3 Mar 2020 9:24 AM

Love Paw Paw, Its used for almost everything in our house

Claire88 2 Mar 2020 11:46 PM

I’ve also used paw paw ointment as a heel balm when I’ve run out of my usual foot balms,

LadyLola 2 Mar 2020 7:39 PM

Lucas Pawpaw Ointment is a staple in my beauty drawer mainly used for lips and also cuticle nourishment.

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talk-a-lot 2 Mar 2020 5:03 PM

I use Lucas Pawpaw Ointment for myself and family. I was unaware you could use it as a face mask for dry skin, good to know.

Wn0873 2 Mar 2020 10:44 AM

I will try that next time I wear eyeshadow, I hate that it always creases.

lindylou 1 Mar 2020 9:46 PM

I can’t imagine using pawpaw as a face mask. Maybe I will try a little bit in an out of the way area.

Candyfairy 1 Mar 2020 9:14 PM

Yes I use it all the time. My daughter even keeps one in her school bag as she gets really bad wind burn on her lips and it works great to soothe and calm the redness.

Shop A Everyday 29 Feb 2020 3:10 PM

a little bit thick for my face or body, but great on lips and as a wound healer

sootyblack_14 29 Feb 2020 12:02 PM

Some of these just seem like common sense??? Ha ha!!!

Susmat 29 Feb 2020 11:30 AM

Wow, so many uses for this staple

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