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Globular or ‘spheroproteins’ like those in the snail secretions are strongly soluble in aqueous solutions. They act as enzymes and signal transduction proteins. Nearly all enzymes with major metabolic functions are globular in shape, as well as various signal transduction proteins.
Metabolism is the biochemical transformation of chemical compounds in living organisms and cells. This implies the biosynthesis of intricate organic molecules (anabolism) and their breakdown (catabolism). Metabolism commonly consists of sequences of enzymatic steps, also known as metabolic pathways.
Cell metabolism is the mechanism (or really the sum of many ongoing individual processes) by which living cells process nutrient molecules and maintain a living status. Metabolism has two different divisions: anabolism, in which a cell uses energy and reducing power to construct complex molecules and perform other life functions like creatingconstructing cellular structure; and catabolism, in which a cell separate elements in order to gain more raw material and energy. Cell metabolism implies extremely intricate sequences of controlled chemical reactions called metabolic pathways.
Protein catabolism is the breakdown of proteins into amino acids and simple derivative compounds, for transport into the cell through the plasmatic wall and ultimately for the polymerization into different proteins through the use of ribonucleic acids (RNA) and ribosomes.
Through the metabolic mechanisms enzymes (all enzymes are proteins) are capable of quickly reducing the swelling or edema of traumatized or injured structures by actually “digesting” or breaking down damaged tissues and ruptured cells at the site of injury, allowing these waste materials to be eliminated quickly from skin lesions so as to minimize inflammation and subsequent pain, accelerating the healing process. This process ultimately repairs damaged tissue and invigorates skin.
Enzymes act as signal transduction or messengers that control biological mechanisms
In biology, signal transduction is any process by which a cell converts one kind of signal or stimulus into another. Mechanisms known as signal transduction often involve a chain of biochemical activities inside the cell, which are carried out by enzymes and united through second messengers. Such mechanisms occur in as little time as a millisecond or as long as a few seconds.
In many transduction mechanisms, an increasing number of enzymes and other molecules become engaged in the steps that start from the initial stimulus. In such cases the chain of steps is known as a “signaling cascade” or a “second messenger pathway” and often results in a small stimulus eliciting a major response.
Unlike fibrous proteins (collagen, elastin) which only play a structural role, globular proteins can act as:
- Enzymes, by catalyzing organic reactions occurring in the body in mild conditions and with a great specificity.
- Messengers, by transmitting messages to control organic processes. This function is carried out by hormones, i.e. insulin etc.
- Transporters of other molecules throughout cellular walls.
- Reservoirs of amino acids.
All of these natural processes are just as essential to the skin as they are to your whole body. Therefore, it is important to keep them in mind when it comes time to choosing your skin care line.
A new skin care product offers the chance to eliminate scars, blemishes and other skin imperfections, while at the same time shields you skin and keeps its hydration.
- Linda Gladhill
