Description
Natural Paw Paw and Magnesium Body Cream
A rich, non-greasy body cream built on a base of organic aloe vera juice instead of water — never petroleum jelly. With 60% paw paw extract (also spelled pawpaw or papaw, and known as papaya, popo, or botanically Carica papaya), skin-loving magnesium, and natural organic oils.
No beeswax, no lanolin. Sinks in fast and leaves skin feeling soft, smooth and nourished.
Use it as a hand cream, a magnesium body lotion, or a heel balm for dry heels.
From the McArthur family — Darren, son of Tom McArthur — known to thousands as “the Paw Paw Man” — with his own original formulations, made with Tom’s blessing. 200ml pump bottle.
The fresh fruit difference
Most paw paw products start life as an imported, dried or freeze-dried powder. Ours never does. We use real Australian paw paw — fresh fruit extract from certified organic growers — so what goes into the bottle is the fruit as nature grew it. That’s the difference you can feel when it sinks in.
An aloe vera cream: built on aloe, not water
Look at any big-brand cream: the first ingredient is usually water. Ours is certified organic aloe vera juice — every drop of the base is doing something for your skin. With 60% paw paw extract — the real fruit, not a garnish — and skin-loving magnesium, it’s a true natural paw paw cream and magnesium cream in one.
What’s inside (and why the others can’t match it)
- 60% real Australian organic paw paw extract — fresh fruit, never a dried or freeze-dried powder
- Certified organic aloe vera juice — the entire base of the cream
- Magnesium chloride — the mineral that makes it a magnesium cream
- Organic coconut oil — one of our highest-searched natural oils
- Organic shea butter — rich, softening, lasting moisture
- Native quandong extract — an Australian desert peach used for generations by First Nations people
- Organic cocoa butter — deep, lasting moisture
- Natural vitamin E
- Frankincense and Davidson plum — Australian superfruit and aromatic botanicals almost nobody else uses
- Macadamia oil — Australia’s own luxury oil
- Organic camellia oil, patchouli, bergamot, ylang ylang and rose geranium — the softening, well-being blend
- Xanthan gum (natural thickener), citric acid — and less than 1% preservative
What’s NOT in it: petrolatum ✗ paraffin ✗ mineral oil ✗ beeswax ✗ lanolin ✗ parabens ✗ artificial fragrance ✗
A Natural Moisturiser for Dry Skin
An everyday all-over moisturiser — dry hands, rough elbows and heels, and anywhere skin needs softening and smoothing. Light enough for every day, kind enough for the whole family. The 200ml pump keeps it hygienic — no fingers in the jar, ever.
Looking for a body cream for dry skin, or a body moisturiser for dry skin without petroleum? This is ours: 60% paw paw extract with magnesium, on an organic aloe vera base.
Cream or ointment?
An ointment sits ON your skin as a greasy seal. This cream absorbs IN and gets to work. If you’ve only ever known the petroleum tubes, read the honest comparison — it’s why we exist.
From the fruit, not the refinery. Made in Australia.
New to paw paw cream? Start here
What is paw paw cream? · Salve vs cream — the difference · The benefits of paw paw · Our ingredients, listed openly
Quick answers
Is this a magnesium cream or a paw paw cream? Both — 60% paw paw extract and magnesium together, on a base of organic aloe vera juice instead of water.
Does it contain any petroleum? None — no petrolatum, no paraffin, no mineral oil.
Is it vegan? Yes — no beeswax, no lanolin, no animal ingredients, and never tested on animals.
Is it made from powder? Never. Fresh Australian fruit extract — not dried, not freeze-dried.
Is it a lotion or a cream? Somewhere between — it pumps and spreads like a body lotion but nourishes like a rich cream. If you’ve been searching for a natural body lotion or a magnesium lotion, this is that — with 60% paw paw in it.
Who’s it for? An everyday body moisturiser for the whole family.
Read more: why we blend magnesium into our paw paw cream · natural cream vs petroleum-based ointments
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in the magnesium body cream?
It combines paw paw with magnesium in a nourishing, moisturising body cream for everyday skin.
What oils are in the hand cream?
Organic coconut oil, organic camellia oil and macadamia oil, blended with organic shea butter, organic cocoa butter, native quandong and Davidson plum.
Does it contain shea butter?
Yes — organic shea butter is one of the natural butters in the cream, alongside organic cocoa butter and organic coconut oil.
Is this cream good for hands specifically?
Yes — it’s designed as a daily hand cream as well as a body moisturiser, for dry hands, elbows, heels and feet.
Is it suitable for daily use?
Yes — a moisturising body cream for daily use.
Does it contain paw paw?
Yes — it is made with paw paw and magnesium.
Is it vegan?
Yes — vegan and cruelty-free.
Is it a magnesium moisturiser?
Yes. It’s a daily body moisturiser made with magnesium chloride, 60% paw paw extract and organic aloe vera juice.
What is a good moisturiser for really dry skin?
Look for a rich, non-greasy cream you’ll use every day. Ours is 60% paw paw extract with magnesium on an organic aloe vera base. It soothes dry skin and gives relief from dryness on hands, elbows, heels and feet.
Is this an aloe vera cream?
Yes. It’s made on a base of certified organic aloe vera juice instead of water, with 60% paw paw extract and magnesium. That makes it a rich aloe vera moisturiser for dry hands, elbows, heels and feet.
Is aloe vera good as a moisturiser?
Aloe vera juice is light and hydrating, and it helps skin hold on to moisture. In our cream it’s paired with paw paw and natural oils, so skin is left soft without a greasy film.
Why Australians are switching to natural paw paw cream
For decades, the famous red tubs taught Australians that paw paw comes wrapped in petroleum jelly. A natural paw paw cream works differently: ours starts with organic aloe vera juice and 60% real paw paw extract — no petrolatum, no paraffin, no mineral oil, ever. If you’ve been comparing a paw paw ointment against a true cream, the difference is what your skin actually drinks in: see the honest comparison, or read what makes the best paw paw ointment.
One paw paw cream, the whole family
This 200ml pump is the workhorse: body, hands, elbows, heels — anywhere skin feels dry. Looking for a paw paw cream for your face? That’s exactly why we made our Paw Paw Face Cream with hyaluronic acid — lighter, with 30% paw paw and Kakadu plum. And for the shower, our unscented paw paw soap completes the set.
Keep it fresh — pump only
Please don’t unscrew the pump top. This cream carries less than 1% preservative — a fraction of what mass-market creams rely on, and part of what makes it special. That’s why it needs your care: unscrewing the top or touching the stem lets air and skin bacteria straight into the cream. Use only the pump — first press to last — and your cream stays exactly as we made it.
What Our Customers Say
Real words from our public Google reviews:
★★★★★ “Not only following the Real McArthur Paw Paw Products (Body Cream and Soap) since the earliest days, but using them religiously throughout that time. They’re keeping my 84 year old hide in great order. Thanks Darren!”
— Stuart Gearey, Google review





Gavin Ryan (verified owner) –
I have been buying the 60% Paw Paw and Magnesium Body Cream since Darren’s father started producing it and i can not fault it.
I hope the production keeps going without a change in the ingredients and the percentage of Paw Paw and Magnesium . Love this product.
Liane –
I highly recommend this product I have purchased it multiple times regards Liane B Aleeya Lady Buddha
Karena –
You won’t find this in another place. Exceptionally well put together cream, for many uses. Suitable for the whole family.
Mick –
Have been using McArthur products for years and Darren is doing a fantastic job of continuing to bring great products
Chris Charles –
My family liked the cream as it used to be, not as it is now. Sorry.
Cheryl –
These products are great for my skin, love them.
Cheryl –
These products are great, really gentle and my skin feels good.
Nisa & Frank Sorini (verified owner) –
I really love the Paw Paw Magnesium cream, it leaves the skin very soft and smooth and is easily absorbed into the skin. The ONLY negative thing to report, is the poor functioning of the pump, I had to unscrew it to get to the cream !!!!!!!!!
john Olsen –
good product but expensive for the size [125ml] all-natural product and made in Australia is a big bonus
Rachna –
Excellent product I can’t live without it it saves me every time from every skin issue it’s magical
Lauren Schmidt –
The Paw Paw Magnesium Cream is perfect for the tropics. It is non greasy and absorbs into your skin. It does not sweat off like other products. It is great for my dry skin in the dry season as well. Highly recommended.
peter dennis (verified owner) –
Highly recommended cream Well done Darren great products
Stuart Gearey (verified owner) –
Gavin Ryan’s Review Says It All! “I have been buying the 60% Paw Paw and Magnesium Body Cream since Darren’s father started producing it and i can not fault it.
I hope the production keeps going without a change in the ingredients and the percentage of Paw Paw and Magnesium . Love this product.” Keep it up, Darren – It’s unique!
Greg Tate –
Amazing results, fantastic smell and all Aussie Aussie Aussie. 🇦🇺🇦🇺👍
And you get to deal directly with Darren. Great bloke and great service 👍
Pandora Trenkovska –
Gavin Ryan’s Review Says It All!
“I have been buying the 60% Paw Paw and Magnesium Body Cream since Darren’s father started producing it and the results are amazing.
I hope Daren continues to produce the products without a change in the ingredients and the percentage of Paw Paw and Magnesium . I also like the fact that I deal directly with Darren himself. Great person who delivers best service.
Pandora Trenkovska –
Gavin Ryan’s Review Says It All! “I have been buying the 60% Paw Paw and Magnesium Body Cream since Darren’s father started producing it and i can not fault it.
I hope Darren continues to produce this products without a change in the ingredients and the percentage of Paw Paw and Magnesium . Love this product.” It’s unique!
Kevin O’Rafferty (verified owner) –
I have been using the paw paw cream for five years. It is a skin-friendly cream I found more effective than others I have tried, and has been good for my sensitive, dry skin. The cream goes a long way and I would definitely recommend it.
Sandy Seresin –
My delight to discover that this product stands as a giant amongst previously advertised moisturisers. It is a winner for me hands down.
susan owen (verified owner) –
Great product, have been using it for years, from itches to spots on face. It is smooth and a little bit goes a long way. Although it is a bit expensive, it lasts a long time. Recommended it to a friend and she was very pleased with the results on her face
Wendy Farley (verified owner) –
Great cream. Have been using it for years. Amazing for my skin, non-greasy and very effective. One bottle lasts for ages.
Keith Smith –
I have been using the McArthur paw paw magnesium cream for many years on dry skin and have found it to be light non oily and absorbs in easily and will continue to use it into the future.
Am very Happy with the product and the ethics of the company as with Darren’s father before him.
Margaret –
Fantastic cream good for lots of things
Doris –
It is a very good moisturiser helped me in many ways
James Hawkins (verified owner) –
Love the Product have been using this cream for years from Darren’s and his Father.
Hope this Cream is around Forever !!!!
PS all of the Product’s – please
James Hawkins (verified owner) –
Love the Product have been using this cream for years from Darren’s and his Father.
Hope this Cream is around Forever !!!!
PS all of the them – please
Terry Dart (verified owner) –
This Paw paw cream is brilliant. I cannot imagine living without realmcarthur paw Paw cream
Colin Barnes (verified owner) –
I used Darren’s Father product for many years, and very grateful that Darren is continuing with this product. Very good!
Jann Nicholson (verified owner) –
Darren thank you for this wonderful silky body cream. Highly recommend its use for normal or irritated skin.
Margaret Van (verified owner) –
Since the inception of your company, when your father, Tom, launched the “Paw Paw” products in 2011. I have purchased “The full Body Paw Paw cream with Magnesium” ever since. Darren you have done your dad proud.
Mick (verified owner) –
Have been using there products for years Darren is doing amazing job carrying on his father’s legacy.Highly recommend all products. Mick.