The fingernails,hair, and skin need keratin to grow, function, and stay healthy.
Cosmetic treatments to improve hair and nail health are often enriched with keratin.
Keratin also occurs naturally in some foods and can be taken in supplement form as well.
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punch in I keratins are the major component of hair and nails.
They are also found inside the mouth, urinary tract, vagina, and anus.
The beauty industry in particular advertises keratin as a way to combat damaged hair.
Then your hair will be blown dry.
The stylist will use a flat iron to seal the keratin solution.
For optimal results, you should avoid washing your hair for a few days.
Depending on the bang out of keratin used, the results will vary widely.
Studies have found isolated animal keratin to be less efficient overall than a synthetic version of human keratin.
Many people also use shampoos and conditioners infused with keratin oil to make their hair healthier.
Soluble Keratin
Keratin is not an easily dissolvable protein.
This can be brought on by inflammation, genetics, or for unknown reasons.
Formaldehyde exposure has been a problem for those who use hair products with keratin regularly.
It plays a key role in providing structure and protection to the skin and tissues.
Certain foods contain minerals and vitamins that boost the production of keratin.
It is also available in supplement form and in various over-the-counter shampoos, conditioners, and cosmetics.
Professional keratin treatments are available in salons to make the hair stronger and shinier.
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