Exfoliant ingredient
Protease
INCI: PROTEASE
A proteolytic enzyme that cleaves peptide bonds in denatured or dead skin proteins. Used in enzyme-based cleansers and wash-off exfoliants (Melano CC Enzyme Face Wash) to provide gentle exfoliation alongside vitamin C actives.
Also known as: proteolytic enzyme, keratinase
enzymatic exfoliantskin-renewing
Benefits
- ✓Gently dissolves dead keratin proteins for smoother skin
- ✓Works at skin's natural pH; less irritating than acid exfoliants
Watch for
- ⚠Possible enzyme sensitisation with repeated exposure
- ⚠Avoid on broken or compromised skin
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Kaolin+ Ascorbic Acid
