WTF is Protease?

Look, I know you probably don’t check what’s in your cleaning stuff. You see “Stain Destroyer Turbo Blast 5000,” you toss it in the cart, job done. But here’s the thing, the real MVP hiding in that bottle is likely a humble enzyme called Protease.

Before you roll your eyes and reach for that suspicious old spray bottle under the sink, let’s break this down.

In this article, we’ll cover:

• What Protease actually is (spoiler: not a workout supplement)
• Why we add it to DadMode products
• How it works on your messiest messes
• Why it’s safe for the whole family (except don’t drink it)
• How to get the most dad-bang for your buck with it
  
  

Ready? Let’s scrub in.

What Is Protease?

Protease is an enzyme. Enzymes are proteins that break down other stuff. In this case, Protease loves to break down proteins; the building blocks of many everyday stains. Think sweat, blood, dairy, egg, baby spit-up, and that weird goo you keep finding on your kid’s soccer shorts.

So how does it work? Picture a tiny molecular chef, chopping up big, sticky protein molecules into smaller bits that water and soap can wash away.

How Does Protease Work in our Cleaning Products?

Here’s the deal: most gross messes contain proteins, the sticky, smelly part that clings to fibers and won’t come out with plain soap and water.

Protease zooms in, slices up those proteins, and makes them water-soluble. Suddenly that stubborn sweat ring or grass stain just lifts away like it’s nothing.

When combined with other enzymes like amylase (which breaks down starches) or lipase (which tackles fats), Protease turns your everyday spray bottle into an elite stain-fighting squad.

Why Do Our Products Use Protease?

Because life is messy. Especially dad life.

Protease is the silent hero in modern cleaning products because:

• It obliterates protein stains that basic soap can’t touch
• It helps break the bond between the stain and the fabric
• It reduces odors at the source — because bacteria love protein too
•  It’s biodegradable and less harsh than blasting everything with bleach
• It’s safe for delicate fabrics, activewear, and your favorite dad hoodie

In short, Protease is your secret weapon for any mess involving humans, pets, or mystery gunk.

Is Protease Safe for Kids, Pets, and Dad’s Favorite Clothes?

Yep. DadMode only uses enzymes that are safe when used as directed:

• Non-toxic, biodegradable, and widely used in household and industrial cleaning
• Gentle on fabrics,  tough on grime, kind to your gear
• Safe for use around kids and pets (don’t let them eat it though, obviously)

Bonus Dad Hack

Got a kid who plays sports? Or a spouse who just ran a marathon? Or maybe you just sweat like a lawn sprinkler? Pre-treat pit stains with a spritz of DadMode Deep Stain Remover. Let Protease and its enzyme buddies go to town before you toss it in the wash. Your washing machine will thank you.

Final Wipe Down: The Bottom Line on Protease

So here’s your new dad fact:

• Protease is an enzyme that breaks down proteins in sweat, food, and body gunk
  It works at the molecular level to lift stains that ordinary soaps leave behind
• It’s safe, eco-friendly, and gentle on your favorite fabrics
• It’s the reason DadMode cleaners work like a charm on dad-level messes
  
  

So next time someone asks how you got that spaghetti sauce out of the rug, just say:

“It’s the Protease, baby. Science wins again.”

• The DadMode Team