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January 2017 in “RSC Advances” Keratin peptides can change hair shape gently without harsh chemicals.
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January 2020 in “PeerJ” This study suggests that keratin peptide signatures in human hair shafts could potentially be used to distinguish gender and ethnicity, though further research on a larger scale is needed.
This study suggests that keratin peptide signatures in human hair shafts may potentially be used to distinguish gender and ethnicity, although further validation with larger samples is needed.
This study demonstrated potential in using specific keratin peptide profiles from human hair shafts to distinguish gender and ethnicity, suggesting it could enhance forensic investigations, though larger studies are needed.
May 2026 in “Journal of Medicinal Food” 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.