💆 A professional enzymatic peel activator from CIRCADIA that pairs a three-enzyme complex — Bromelain, Papain, and Trypsin — with Ascorbic Acid to address rough texture, dullness, and surface congestion in a single treatment step.

What sets this formula apart is its multi-protease approach: each enzyme targets a distinct protein bond type in dead skin cells, making it notably effective on thickened, heavily keratinized, or glycated skin that resists single-enzyme systems. Ascorbic Acid and Lemon Peel Powder contribute antioxidant and brightening support during the active treatment window — not as a separate step.

✨ Designed for use within the CIRCADIA facial protocol, it functions as a mask activator, meaning correct layering sequence and dwell times per the official CIRCADIA protocol matter before you build this into a service menu. Clients dealing with persistent uneven texture, dull tone, or early surface aging are the clearest candidates.

A strong fit for facial practices ready to take on keratinized or aging skin with a more targeted enzymatic approach.

• Enzymatic Exfoliation: The three-enzyme complex of Bromelain, Papain, and Trypsin dissolves keratinized protein bonds on the skin surface, gently removing dead cell buildup without physical abrasion. This helps smooth rough or uneven texture and refines overall skin appearance.
• Keratin Build-Up Removal: Trypsin specifically targets keratin, making this formula particularly effective for thickened, heavily keratinized, or glycated skin that may be resistant to standard exfoliants. Regular use helps reduce visible roughness and skin congestion.
• Antioxidant Support During Treatment: Ascorbic Acid and Lemon Peel Powder contribute antioxidant activity during the treatment window, helping to support a more radiant and even skin tone alongside the exfoliation process.
• Brighter-Looking Skin Tone: Ascorbic Acid (vitamin C) supports a visibly brighter skin appearance by working at the skin surface during contact time. Enzymatic removal of dull, keratinized cells further enhances the overall luminosity of the skin.
• Improved Skin Texture: The combined keratolytic action of all three proteases — each targeting a different protein bond type — produces a more thorough surface refinement than single-enzyme systems, addressing fine lines, rough patches, and dull uneven texture.

Bromelain - known as Pineapple Enzyme: A cysteine protease derived from pineapple that selectively dissolves protein bonds on the skin surface. At the correct pH and contact time, it loosens and removes dead keratinized cells, delivering enzymatic exfoliation without mechanical abrasion. Its keratolytic action helps smooth rough texture and refine the skin surface.

Papain - known as Papaya Enzyme: A sulfhydryl-targeting protease derived from papaya that breaks down surface keratin proteins. Works synergistically with Bromelain to provide dual-enzyme exfoliation, with each enzyme acting on a distinct protein bond type, broadening the keratolytic effect for smoother, more even skin texture.

Trypsin: A serine protease that specifically targets keratin, supplementing the cysteine and sulfhydryl activity of Bromelain and Papain. Together, the three-enzyme system addresses multiple protein bond types in dead skin cells, producing a more thorough keratolytic exfoliation than any single enzyme alone. Particularly relevant for thickened, heavily keratinized skin.

Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Powder - known as Lemon Peel Powder: A botanical powder derived from lemon peel that contributes natural flavonoids and citrus bioflavonoids with antioxidant activity. Also provides gentle surface texture that can assist physical exfoliation at the macro level, while the flavonoid content supports a brighter-looking skin tone. Named in the package bilingual text as a citrus-based hero ingredient.

Ascorbic Acid - known as Vitamin C: The pure, direct form of vitamin C. As an antioxidant, it helps neutralize free-radical activity on the skin surface during the treatment window. Supports a brighter-looking skin appearance and is referenced in the product description as contributing to the multi-vitamin C brightening strategy. Most effective when freshly applied, as L-Ascorbic Acid is sensitive to oxidation over time.

1. Cleanse the client's face thoroughly and pat dry before application.
2. Perform a skin assessment to confirm the client is a suitable candidate for enzymatic exfoliation; check for contraindications including active breakouts, open lesions, or recent resurfacing procedures.
3. Dispense the appropriate amount of Zymase Enzyme Activator into a clean bowl.
4. Apply a thin, even layer of the activator to the client's face using a brush or fingertips, avoiding the eye contour and lip area.
5. Allow the product to process on the skin for the time specified in the CIRCADIA professional protocol; monitor the client's comfort throughout.
6. Remove the product by rinsing thoroughly with tepid water or by removing with damp cotton pads or a warm towel until the skin is completely clean.
7. Continue with the remaining steps of the facial service per the CIRCADIA professional protocol (toning, serum, mask, moisturizer, SPF as applicable).
8. Advise the client to avoid direct sun exposure and to apply broad-spectrum SPF following the treatment.

Working with enzyme peels

Enzymatic activity is pH- and temperature-dependent — slightly warmer skin (achieved with a brief warm towel or steam application prior to treatment) can enhance protease activity and improve exfoliation depth without increasing processing time. For clients with thickened or glycated skin, a second application cycle in a follow-up appointment may deliver more progressive results than extending a single session.

This product's name references a 'mask activator,' suggesting it may function as an activating layer used in conjunction with a companion CIRCADIA mask product. If used in a two-step system, confirm the correct layering sequence and dwell times from the official CIRCADIA protocol before service.