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    GlossaryKeratin Production

    process by which skin cells create a protective protein

    Keratin production refers to the process by which keratinocytes, specialized cells in the skin, hair, and nails, synthesize keratin, a fibrous structural protein. This protein provides strength and protection to these tissues, playing a crucial role in maintaining their integrity and resilience against physical and environmental damage.

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