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    Glossary Keratin 16

    protein providing structural support in skin, hair, and nails

    Keratin 16 (K16) is a type of protein found in the skin, hair, and nails that helps provide structural support and resilience. It is particularly important in the body's response to stress or injury, as it is upregulated in conditions like psoriasis and certain types of alopecia, where the skin or hair follicles are damaged.

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    1. A novel control of human keratin expression: cannabinoid receptor 1-mediated signaling down-regulates the expression of keratins K6 and K16 in human keratinocytes<i>in vitro</i>and<i>in situ</i> PeerJ · 2013 · 66 citations
    2. Expression of keratins K6 and K16 in regenerating mouse epidermis is less restricted by cell replication than the expression of K1 and K10. PubMed · 1994 · 13 citations
    3. Peer Review #2 of "A novel control of human keratin expression: cannabinoid receptor 1-mediated signaling down-regulates the expression of keratins K6 and K16 in human keratinocytes in vitro and in situ (v0.1)" 2013
    4. Peer Review #1 of "A novel control of human keratin expression: cannabinoid receptor 1-mediated signaling down-regulates the expression of keratins K6 and K16 in human keratinocytes in vitro and in situ (v0.1)" 2013
    5. Keratin expression in the normal nail unit: markers of regional differentiation British Journal of Dermatology · 2000 · 119 citations
    6. A group of type I keratin genes on human chromosome 17: characterization and expression. Molecular and Cellular Biology · 1988 · 141 citations
    7. Directed Expression of Keratin 16 to the Progenitor Basal Cells of Transgenic Mouse Skin Delays Skin Maturation The Journal of Cell Biology · 1998 · 79 citations
    8. cDNA Cloning, Expression, and Assembly Characteristics of Mouse Keratin 16 Journal of Biological Chemistry · 1998 · 32 citations
    9. Keratin 17 null mice exhibit age- and strain-dependent alopecia Genes & Development · 2002 · 122 citations
    10. Keratinocyte differentiation in psoriatic scalp: morphology and expression of epithelial keratins British Journal of Dermatology · 2006 · 63 citations
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    Community 10 of 40

    1. Seeking Supplement Advice for Keratin Enhancement and Hair Flattening Community · 16 Feb 2026
    2. Let's talk keratin products and hair loss Reddit · 22 Sept 2025
    3. My brain absorbing the assorted off label drugs I put near it on a daily basis just for maximum keratin production Reddit · 29 Nov 2024
    4. Keratin fibers vs. Gossypium Herbaceum Hair fibers Reddit · 31 Aug 2024
    5. Is Biotin or Keratin shampoo better for hair health/growth Reddit · 4 May 2024
    6. Question about seborrheic dermatitis and keratin Reddit · 16 May 2019
    7. Apparently, Keratin Microsphere products are already on the market. Gonna give it a college try, wish me luck! Reddit · 20 Sept 2024
    8. Is it safe to get keratin treatment on transplanted hair? Reddit · 10 Aug 2024
    9. Male - 25 y.o - gulfs slowly fading like my father’s - topical minoxidil, soon starting fin + keratine supplement Community · 15 Jul 2024
    10. Keratin microspheres - breakthrough Reddit · 6 Mar 2024
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