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The pearl protein hydrolysate obtained by hydrolysis is used in cosmetic formulations. The protein hydrolysate acts as a skin care product.
Note: Pearls are made of mother-of-pearl, a crystalline substance consisting mainly (>90%) of calcium carbonate (aragonide and calcite). The crystalline matrix is embedded in an organic matrix of chitin and various proteins, including silk fibroin.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer