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Real McArthur Paw Paw Products

Paw Paw Cream — Made in Australia

In every cream, paw paw comes first — real Australian fruit on an organic aloe base, never petroleum.

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Real McArthur Paw Paw featured on 7 News — natural Australian skincare

Paw Paw Cream Australia

Real McArthur natural soap — paw paw face soap, handmade in Australia. Organic, unscented soap.

Customer reviews reflect individual experiences. Results may vary. Our products are for general cosmetic use only.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Fast absorbing, non-greasy, beautiful scent — and lovely on dry skin, giving it suppleness and a vibrant glow."
— Ana B.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Smells fresh and feels light on your skin. My skin is feeling softer already."
— Kylie S.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Natural, locally grown ingredients that leave me feeling moist and nourished."
— Natalie S.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I use the body cream daily and cannot fault it."
— John P.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Such a good product that suits my skin so well."
— Chris A.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Pure, and they use the best ingredients — support a real family business."
— Kate N.

Pawpaw Cream & Natural Soap — Handmade by the McArthur Family

Paw Paw Cream Made in Australia — Certified Organic Aloe, Never Petroleum

Learn more about our story and why we believe the best skincare starts with the best paw paw.

At Real McArthur, our natural paw paw cream is a gentle, fast-absorbing paw paw moisturiser — handmade in Australia and kind to everyday skin.

Fresh Australian paw paw fruit — grown for Real McArthur natural skincare

Our Best Seller — Paw Paw Magnesium Cream

Paw Paw Magnesium Cream 200ml — 60% Real Fruit

Looking for a gentle, all-round body cream? Our Paw Paw Magnesium Cream — with 60% paw paw extract, the real fruit — is packed with organic ingredients. It is designed to deeply hydrate and nourish your skin without leaving it feeling oily or heavy.

Packed with Natural and Organic ingredients, like:
Real McArthur Paw Paw Magnesium Cream 200ml — natural paw paw cream, Australian made
Real McArthur natural soap — paw paw soap bars on paw paw leaves with fresh Australian paw paw. Organic, unscented soap.

Why Choose Our Natural Moisturiser?

Australian Made Skincare, Grown Here Too

A Natural Moisturiser for Dry Skin — and Every Skin Type

We’re proud of our Australian roots. Every batch we make reflects years of care, tradition, and a commitment to doing things properly. We keep our impact on the land as light as possible — because we believe good skincare starts with good stewardship.

Family Owned — Gentle Cream for Sensitive Skin

At Real McArthur, we believe in simple, honest skincare. Every product is handcrafted with care, staying free from harsh chemicals and synthetic additives. By focusing on high-concentration fruit extracts, we ensure your skin receives the purest nourishment—just as nature intended.

Click here for more information about growing paw paw in the NT

Our newest product: Australian Kakadu Plum

100% pure freeze-dried fruit — laboratory-tested at 12.1% natural vitamin C. Nothing added.

Farm-grown Australian Kakadu plum, made into capsules right here in Australia.

140 capsules × 500mg = 70 grams of pure powder. Do the grams-per-dollar maths before you compare.

The McArthur Story — From a Kitchen Bench to Your Bathroom

Tom McArthur, known as the Paw Paw Man, with his wife Lynda

It started with Tom McArthur, known to thousands as “the Paw Paw Man”, who learned in the jungles of Borneo what paw paw could do, and came home to build a following one jar at a time from a kitchen bench in Hervey Bay. Channel 7 told his story. Thousands of Australians trusted his name.

Today his son Darren carries the family tradition forward with Tom’s blessing — with his own original formulations, built from scratch for a new generation. Same values. New recipes. No shortcuts.

Every product in our range is natural skincare, Australian made: our paw paw cream with magnesium — a true magnesium cream built on 60% paw paw extract, the real fruit — our face cream pairing hyaluronic acid with 30% paw paw, our handmade soap with certified organic coconut oil (unscented, the way skin likes it), and our Kakadu plum capsules carrying one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C on Earth.

Everything we make is a moisturiser at heart — made to absorb in, hydrate deeply and leave nothing greasy behind. No petroleum, ever. No beeswax, no animal ingredients — vegan and cruelty-free, always. Certified organic ingredients, listed openly on every label. Made in Australia, the honest way.

That’s not a marketing story. That’s a family keeping a promise for two generations.

Our newest product: farm-grown Australian Kakadu plum capsules — 100% pure freeze-dried fruit, laboratory-tested at 12.1% natural vitamin C, with nothing added.

Read Tom’s full story →

Why Australians Choose Our Paw Paw Cream

A Moisturiser Made for Australian Skin

Australian life means sun, sweat and hard work. That’s why our skincare is made to support skin that works hard — just like you do. Our natural Australian skincare is light, breathable, and easy to use every day.

Our Range of Vegan Skincare, Made in Australia

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1. Aloe Vera Cream, Not Water
A cream built on certified organic aloe vera leaf juice instead of water, with Real McArthur paw paw. Breathable, fast-absorbing and easy to wear every day.

2. Natural Soap, Handmade in Australia
Our unscented soap is handmade with certified organic coconut oil and Australian-grown paw paw. No fragrance, no perfume, no petroleum jelly.

3. Vegan, Cruelty-Free Skincare
Vegan and cruelty-free, made by the McArthur family in Australia.

A fresh batch of handmade Real McArthur paw paw cream, boxed and ready to go out to customers. Body cream, hand cream and foot cream in one pump bottle.

Another Batch Has Arrived

A fresh run of handmade paw paw cream has arrived from interstate — boxed and going straight out to customers. We’re still working through a back order.

You won’t find this on a chemist shelf. It’s handmade in Australia, in small batches, and it sells out.

Our Paw Paw Magnesium Cream 200ml is 60% real paw paw — real fruit, not powder. No added water: certified organic aloe vera leaf juice in its place. Then certified organic cocoa butter and shea butter, Moroccan chamomile, lavender and ylang ylang. 0.9% phenoxyethanol to keep it safe in the bottle. That’s the whole list.

Ingredients like that usually carry a department-store price. Ours don’t.

It comes in a sealed pump — no fingers in the bottle, so it stays fresh on under 1% preservative. And it’s thicker than most creams, so a little goes a long way.

Hands, knees, elbows, feet, heels — that’s why it’s called a body cream. It’s a hand cream, a foot cream and a body moisturiser for dry skin, all in the one bottle.
Shop the Paw Paw Magnesium Cream 200ml

Our Paw Paw Face Cream is 30% paw paw, made the same way, for your face.
Shop the Paw Paw Face Cream 125ml

No petroleum jelly. No mineral oil. No artificial fragrance or colour. No groundnut oils. Vegan, cruelty-free skincare.

And our natural soap — handmade, unscented and fragrance free.

Make an Enquiry Call Darren 0456127686

Paw paw cream — quick answers

What is paw paw cream?

Paw paw cream — also spelled pawpaw or papaw, and known as papaya, popo, or botanically Carica papaya — is a skincare cream made with the paw paw fruit. Real McArthur paw paw cream contains 60% Australian-grown, certified-organic paw paw on an organic aloe vera base — not petroleum jelly — to moisturise and soften dry skin.

What is paw paw cream used for?

It’s an everyday moisturiser — commonly used on dry skin, hands, elbows and feet. A little goes a long way.

What’s the difference between paw paw cream and paw paw ointment?

Traditional paw paw ointments are made on a petroleum jelly base. Real McArthur paw paw cream uses an organic aloe vera base with 60% paw paw, so it absorbs into the skin without the greasy feel.

Where is Real McArthur paw paw cream made?

Made in Australia, with Australian-grown, certified-organic paw paw — by Darren McArthur, son of Tom McArthur, carrying on with his blessing.

Can I use paw paw cream as a hand cream?

Yes — it’s a light, fast-absorbing body cream, so it’s a favourite for dry, hard-working hands. A little goes a long way.

Can I use it on my elbows, knees, heels and feet?

Yes. It’s a rich all-over moisturiser for dry, rough spots like elbows, knees, heels and feet. For very dry areas, try a thicker layer before bed.

Can I use paw paw cream on my face?

Yes, many people do. We also make a lighter Paw Paw Face Cream with hyaluronic acid and 30% paw paw, made just for facial skin.

Does paw paw cream have petroleum in it?

No. Ours is made on a certified-organic aloe vera base instead of petroleum jelly, so it absorbs into the skin rather than sitting greasy on top.

Does paw paw cream contain hydroquinone?

No — there is no hydroquinone in Real McArthur paw paw cream. You can see the full ingredient list on our ingredients page.

Can I put paw paw cream on my dog?

Our cream is made as a cosmetic for people, so we can’t give advice for pets. For anything to do with your dog’s skin, please check with your vet.

Can I use paw paw cream on tattoos?

People use it to keep tattoos soft and moisturised once they’ve fully settled. For a new tattoo, always follow your tattoo artist’s aftercare advice.