K E R A P L A S T F K S C A L P TM

S C A L P H E A LT H F O R H A I R H E A LT H

FULL SPECTRUM HAIR CARE

THREE UNIQUE
FUNCTIONAL
K E R AT I N ® P R O T E I N S
Patented Functional
Combined to deliver healthy scalps for
healthy hair
Keratin®
• 160% increase in cell proliferation Unique Active Ingredients
• 70% reduction in PEG2 (inflammation)
response • Repair
• Increased expression of collagen IV
and VII • Anti-aging
• Pollution protection through film
forming anti-oxidant Keratin is one of nature’s most important building blocks providing structure and order, and
is fundamental in the development of healthy tissues including skin, hair and nails. Keratins
commonly used by hair care manufacturers are hydrolyzed i.e. they are simply small peptide
MECHANISM OF fragments of one or two amino acids joined together.
ACTION Keraplast’s proprietary manufacturing and processing technologies gently extract full
bioactive Functional Keratin® proteins from natural, renewable sources (sheep’s wool) for
1. Promote Healthy Scalp Skin Cells
incorporation into product solutions to enhance health, beauty and well-being.
FK Scalp™’s protein and peptide
combination stimulates skin cells
to proliferate by up to 160% faster • Fully functional full length protein and polypeptides
than a placebo while simultaneously
• Functional Keratin® is closer in form and function to human hair keratin than any other
stimulating human keratinocyte
migration, and the expression of material previously produced.
collagens IV and VII, thus improving • Reversal of hair and skin damage can be achieved with Functional Keratin® technology
the anchoring of follicles. This
promotes scalp health through the
shedding of cells and the avoidance K E R A P L A S T F K S C A L P TM
of follicle clogging by bringing healthy
cells to the surface more quickly.
Function FK Scalp™ is a unique combination of Keratin proteins. It
2. Protect from Scalp Inflammation promotes skin properties related to healthy scalps and healthy
hair maintenance
FK Scalp™’s anti-inflammatory agent
reduces the PGE2 response in cells
undergoing inflammatory stress by up Composition Intermediate filament protein + low molecular weight cystine
rich peptide + medium molecular weight oxidized keratin
to 70%. Reducing scalp inflammation,
itching and pre-mature hair follicle
death. This reduction in PGE2 Properties Pale yellow liquid. Low odour.
response enables maintenance of root
nourishment and hair density. INCI Name Keratin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Oxidized Keratin
3. Pollution and UV Protection

FK Scalp™ protects the scalp from Applications Shampoos, sprays, serums, tonics, exfoliators, scrubs, masks, wipes

exposure to oxidative stress from

pollution such as particulate matter, Formulations Can be formulated into a broad range of hair care systems.
gases like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen Some care required in combination with cationic species and
higher pH is preferred at high inclusion levels
dioxide, as well as heavy metals
and volatile organic compounds.
FK Scalp™ contains higher levels of Typical Usage 1% - 2.5%
cystine than any other protein material, Levels
scavenging free radicals before they
cause scalp damage.

KERAPLAST MANUFAC T URING

ph: +64 3325 9700
keraplast.com
 K E R A P L A S T F K S C A L P TM
S C A L P H E A LT H F O R H A I R H E A LT H

FULL SPECTRUM HAIR CARE

SKIN CELL PROLIFERATION INFLAMMATORY SUPPORT - PGE2 REDUCTION

100

% P RO S T A G L A N D I N
80

RE L E A S E
60

40

20
0 250 500 750 1000
µ g /m l

FK SCALP protects skin from pollution and uv SUPPORTING SCALP HEALTH

radiation via sacrificial barrier, chelation of
Increasingly complex lifestyles coupled with the adverse effects of
heavy metals and scavenging mechanisms.
pollution are increasing hair and scalp related problems such as hair
loss, hair damage, dandruff and itchy scalp. The scalp is the bedrock
for the hair follicle and if it isn’t in good condition the chances
of experiencing problems with hair growth and health increase
significantly. The condition of the hair is a directly related to the
condition (health) of the scalp.

FK Scalp™ enables the development of formulations that:

• Remove dead skin cells, build-up and impurities that impede hair
growth

• Nourish and restore the scalp

• Protect from hair and scalp stress caused by pollution

• Provide anti-aging support for scalp enabling longevity of follicle

health

• Relieve scalp discomfort and itching

FILM FORMING SACRIFICIAL SHIELD TO FIGHT

POLLUTION AND UV DAMAGE

KERAPLAST MANUFAC T URING

ph: 3 325 9700
keraplast.com