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What Proteins Harden Skin and Hair Follicles?

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Keratin is a tough, fibrous structural protein that forms the primary building block for skin, hair, and nails, comprising approximately 95% of a hair strand. This critical protein, along with other specialized proteins, is responsible for the hardness, strength, and protective qualities of our integumentary system.