The peptide enhances production of keratin, a protein that is a major component of hair, according to Symrise.

WSJ: Aches & Claims: Another Wand for When Mascara Isn't Enough

Symrise declined to provide a copy of the lab report.

WSJ: Aches & Claims: Another Wand for When Mascara Isn't Enough

Kent Swan, purchasing director in the U.S. for Symrise, the fourth-largest flavor and fragrance company in the world, says if Allylix's products are priced at 30% below the current flavors, he'll be very interested.

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