Ingredient

protease

Mid risk

FunctionExfoliant

What it is — Protease (INCI: Protease) is an enzyme that gently breaks down the proteins holding dead surface skin cells together, giving a mild exfoliating effect.

What it does — It is used for gentle, enzyme-based exfoliation to help skin look smoother and more even, as a milder alternative to acid exfoliants.

Typical use — It appears in enzyme masks, powder cleansers and gentle exfoliating treatments, usually used occasionally rather than daily.

Who it suits / good to know — Often chosen by those who find acid exfoliants harsh. Because enzymes can be sensitising for some people, introduce it gradually and avoid overlapping with other strong exfoliants in the same routine.

Safety — DHALIORA grades it mid risk: a proteolytic enzyme with sensitisation potential, flagged for review. This reflects the ingredient in general and is not medical advice; patch-test before wider use and discontinue if irritation occurs.

Why we grade it Mid: Mid risk - proteolytic enzyme with sensitization potential; flagged for review.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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