#1 Papaya

This may be one of the most surprising fruits on our list, especially since a lot of Americans are quite skeptical when it comes to exotic fruits. However, papaya is amazing when it comes to skin issues, most importantly when it comes to acne issues, as it is well known to help with a lot of problems. This is because papaya contains an enzyme known as papain, which can be useful both on the skin’s surface and when consumed from the inside.

Used as an ingredient for creams or serums that interact with the skin surface, papain is known for unclogging pores, fading acne scars, exfoliation, and even the prevention of future flare-ups. When incorporated into someone’s diet, it has been shown to aid with smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, as well as improving skin elasticity.

Generally speaking, papaya is a very healthy addition to any diet, besides the skin benefits, as it contains a lot of vitamins (A, B, C, and K), folate, and minerals (calcium, potassium, and magnesium).

You can eat papaya as a fruit, in sorbets, smoothies, and even in curries and salsas!