Keratin Peptides

Why You Need It

• Stronger Hair & Nails: Provides the amino acids (cysteine and methionine) necessary to build stronger keratin fibers, reducing breakage and split ends.
• Skin Hydration & Elasticity: Supports the dermal matrix, helping the skin retain moisture and maintain firmness.
• Reduced Brittleness: Clinical studies suggest oral keratin peptides can significantly reduce the rate of nail breakage.

Deep Dive

Keratin is a fibrous protein that is notoriously difficult for the body to digest in its raw form. 'Keratin Peptides' are produced via a process called hydrolysis, which breaks the protein down into small, bioavailable peptides. Once ingested, these peptides act as signaling molecules. They don't just float around aimlessly; they stimulate the fibroblasts in your skin and the papilla cells in your hair follicles to ramp up production of their own collagen and keratin. This internal support system helps repair damage from the inside out, rather than just coating the hair like a topical product.

Natural Food Sources

Since you cannot eat keratin directly from the earth, you must consume the precursor amino acids. Your body then combines these to create keratin.

Supplementation

Dosage: Most clinical studies utilize 500mg of specific keratin hydrolysates (often trademarked as Cynatine® or Kera-Tein®) taken daily.

Who Should Take It: Ideal for individuals experiencing hair thinning, brittle nail syndrome, or those recovering from nutrient deficiencies affecting skin health. It is generally safe for long-term use.