Hydrolyzed Keratin Peptide Enhances Hair Condition And Promotes Hair Regeneration

    May 2026 in “ Journal of Medicinal Food ”
    김산, Junsu Kim, Ji Won Leem … Sung Keun Jung
    Studysummary This study found that orally administered hydrolyzed keratin peptide promoted hair growth and enhanced cellular proliferation and antioxidant capacity in mice and human cell models, suggesting its potential as a functional food ingredient for hair health.
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