10 unusual ways to use paw paw ointment

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.
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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.
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241 Member Comments
I am using it as a lip balm but never thought it is so multipurpose. The overnight mask for dry skin sounds interesting but not suitable for my oily skin, sad.
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I think it's a little too sticky and thick to be a moisturiser!
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I first tried paw paw ointment years ago for my son's nappy rash and it was the only thing that worked. From then on, I have used it for a few ways but didn't know a few of the above though. Will keep that in mind now :-)
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Wow these are some great ideas! I've got to try them out sometime
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Do most of these but the eyeshadow and eyebrow hint are great tips I can incorporate into my regime.
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This stuff is brilliant! Have used it for rashes, bites, burns, dry lips and on sunburn if there is no aloe vera around. Never thought of using it as a cuticle cream, will be trying that for sure.
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For those who love ink- pawpaw is also the best treatment post-tattoo. (Just as a tattoo FYI- many of the old recommendations for ink aftercare contain zinc oxide, which can result in white pigment healing into your tattoo)
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Such a versatile product.
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I have never tried pawpaw ointments, will keeps these tips in mind if I pick up a tube in future!
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Gotta love a multi-purpose product!
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Paw paw ointment is so useful!
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Gotta love a multi purpose product!
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I knew most of these and use it for lots of different things. I can definitely recommend its moisturising value, after a flu I had very dry cracked skin around my nose, and it cleared it in no time!
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i use it for almost anything but never thought to put it on my hair! but i don't think it would be good as a eyeshadow primer its very greasy
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I only use it as a lip balm, and on the rare occasion as a insect bite reliever. I wouldn't use it on my oily skin though, the hair tamer sounds interesting.
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Always have a tube of this in my handbag, but I mostly just use it for lip gloss.
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I've never used Paw Paw Ointment before and I didn't know that there were so many uses for it. Looks like I will be paying Priceline a visit :).
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paw paw ointment is amazing!
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Love paw paw ointment and use it all the time !
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wow I didn't know all of these, I did have a paw paw ointement though just left it sitting on my shelf as I thought it was too rich, but i'll give it another go after reading this
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I love paw paw cream but did not know it had so many uses.
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Sounds similar to my Lanolips 101 ointment - so versatile!
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Certainly lots of uses not just for my lips! Love the eyebrow idea thanks!
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I love paw paw ointment. I use it all the time.
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Wow, I've never even used this as a lip balm before but now I want to go out and get it!
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