Keratin Protein

Keratin is a protein in hair, nails, and skin. Keratin is produced by living cells called keratinocytes, and these cells from our outside to protect the skin, hair, and nails. Keratin is needed in our body is to protect cells from any stressors that could result in cell damage and death. Keratin is the most abundant protein in the epithelial cells because the skin is the body’s primary barrier against the environment. Keratin also keeps the skin elastic. Keratin is found in our hair, skin, and nails.Keratinization is the organic process by which keratin is deposited in cells and the cells become nails and hair. Keratinization starts when protein in the form of food is digested and the body breaks it down into amino acids. The cells enter the blood stream and are carried to the papilla and the matrix at the base of the follicle where the cells are formed that will eventually create hair. Keratin complex, Brazilian blow out, chocolate keratin, and strawberry keratin are all keratin treatments.

Keratin complex was the original keratin Treatment that helps to eliminate frizz and adds curl and shine, silkiness, and condition to the hair. The Brazilian Blow Out keratin treatment is similar to the keratin complex and it turns frizzy, damaged, and curly hair into smooth straight locks by applying keratin formula. People need these treatments to help restore and keep their hair healthy. Keratin plays a key role in the growth of eyelashes. Eyelashes are made of 97% of keratin and 3% of water. Like was stated before keratin is protein that make up our skin and nails , so anything that is good for our skin is also beneficial for our eyelashes. Believe or not some foods can help in the growth of eyelashes.

For examples, berries, citrus fruits, cayenne pepper, beef greens, avocadoes, and sweet peppers all play an active role to grow longer eyelashes Vitamin C can also help in the growth of Eyelashes and it also can supply the sin with a healthy, growing complexion. Vitamin A can also help in the growth of eyelashes. Food that is rich in copper, magnesium and calcium can also promote the growth of eyelashes. Magnesium also activates enzymes that help the eyelashes grow faster. Going back to keratin hair treatments, the pros are it can be done on any type of hair and can last for nearly 6 months. the cons are the hazard alerts of Formaldehyde and the dangers of the chemicals used in the treatment poses as health concerns for the stylist and the client. Formaldehyde is most commonly associated with a high cancer risk.