Soybean Peroxidase is an enzyme isolated from the seedcoat of Glycine max that acts as a catalyst in the oxidation of various organic compounds
Formula
C23H20N6O
Mol. Weight
396.40
CAS #
9003-99-0
Form
Powder
State
Solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Neutralizes free radicals
Traditional Use
An enzyme extracted from soybeans and identified in the 20th century. Used in cosmetics for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, though its use is primarily modern and research-driven rather than traditional.