Journal
JOURNAL OF THERMAL ANALYSIS AND CALORIMETRY
Volume 104, Issue 1, Pages 323-329Publisher
SPRINGER
DOI: 10.1007/s10973-010-1209-7
Keywords
Thermogravimetric balance; Water absorption; Desorption; Diffusion; Nails; Wool proteins
Funding
- [MAT2007-66569-CO2-02]
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Water has a considerable effect on human keratin fibres, such as nails, and is therefore crucial for their cosmetic performance. Wool proteins are mild, natural, biodegradable and are sustainably produced with multiple functionalities. They have a potential for use in the cosmetic and detergent markets. The effectiveness of two wool keratin ingredients in restoring the water sorption characteristics of nails was determined. Acetone treatment modified nail water sorption, resulting in an increase in water sorption capacity and in nail permeability. The application of keratin peptides and proteins to healthy and damaged nails improved water sorption properties, reducing permeability, especially in the case of wool keratin protein treatment.
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