Pineapple and papaya – two fruits you'd sooner associate with breakfast on the beach than with your toothbrush. And yet this is exactly where the story of our enzymes begins.

Papaya contains papain, pineapple contains bromelain. Both are plant-based enzymes that have been valued for generations for breaking down proteins. In your daily oral care that means: they help to loosen the wafer-thin protein film that stains from coffee, tea or red wine cling to – gently and without bleaching agents.

Papain – the enzyme from papaya

Papain is obtained from the skin and seeds of the papaya. Traditionally it is valued for loosening protein-based deposits on the tooth surface and so supporting a thorough, gentle clean – for a smooth, clean feeling in the mouth.

Bromelain – the power of pineapple

Bromelain comes from the stem, leaves and skin of the pineapple and complements papain. It is valued for loosening a broader spectrum of protein-based deposits and gently softening surface stains. Together the two make a well-rehearsed duo: what one doesn't reach, the other takes care of.

What the two do in your mouth

Picture stains as a thin, clinging layer of protein on your teeth. Papain and bromelain go to work right here, loosening this protein layer in various spots. Whatever comes loose, you simply rinse away as you brush – and your teeth gradually look brighter again, because fewer surface stains are left behind.

The finishing touch comes from Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, our mild foaming agent derived from coconut. It creates the delicate foam that feels pleasant and helps carry away what has been loosened from the tooth surface. Mild on the oral mucosa, biodegradable – and one of the reasons Dentafari feels so light.

What the research is looking at

Enzymes in oral care have been studied scientifically for years. Studies look at how papain and bromelain loosen surface stains and how they affect deposits. We enjoy reading these studies – and leave the verdict to you. You'll find the sources below if you'd like to dig deeper.

How to get the best out of it

Put a small amount of powder on your dry toothbrush and brush for two unhurried minutes – without pressing hard. The enzymes don't need force, just a little time. Then rinse thoroughly. Two minutes, twice a day, that feel good.

You'll find papain and bromelain in our Crisp Mint variety – combined with hydroxyapatite and a clear, fresh mint note. Discover Crisp Mint and start your routine.

Sources:
https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6767/13/3/132
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5429476/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3573376/