Lactoperoxidase

Functions
Origin
Lactoperoxidase

Overview

Lactoperoxidase is an enzyme that is present in our saliva and the milk of all mammals.

For use in the cosmetic industry, the enzyme is isolated from cow’s milk and used as a preservative in combination with other ingredients.

Science

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Galley E, Godfrey DC, Guthrie WG, Hodgkinson DM, Linnington HL, "Antimicrobial Compositions Containing Iodide, Thiocyanate, Glucose And Glucose Oxidase", published 1997-03-04