Description
Biotin also known as Vitamin B7 or vitamin H, is the main component of many enzymes in our body. It is popularly taken as a supplement for stronger nails and hair, It is also known to improve skin smoothness and promote hair growth.
Biotin deficiency can build up over time and cause skin and hair issues. A deficiency in biotin produces symptoms such as dry, scaly or flaky skin, dandruff, dry, brittle hair and nails or eczema. Biotin stimulates keratin production in hair and can increase the rate of follicle growth. Biotin is one of several vitamins that play a role in the growth of healthier, thicker hair. It’s also one of the hair loss treatments backed up by science, with study data showing that use of biotin produces a significant increase in hair growth in people with a deficiency.
Biotin is considered part of the B complex group of vitamins, vital for the production of energy from carbohydrates and fats, and for healthy skin and hair. It forms part of several enzyme systems and is necessary for normal growth and body function. It plays a key role in carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism. Biotin also plays an important role in improving the structure and the quality of keratin and hence has a positive effect on fine and brittle hair and nails.
Although, a key reputation for biotin is in hair and nail products, in skin care, biotin is known to reduce age spots and even skin tone. Our Biotin (Vitamin B7) 1% is a standardized supplement.
INCI: Biotin ( Vitamin-B71% & Di Calcium Phosphate 99%).
Common Names: Biotin, Vitamin B7 or Vitamin H
Biotin Content: 1%
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Solubility: Water
Manufacturers Suggested Usage: 0.1 – 0.5%
Common Uses/ Benefits
Biotin is found in many anti-aging products as well as strengthening products for hair and nails. It is commonly used in products that accelerate hair growth, nourish hair, reduce hair loss and strengthen nails. It can be used as an ingredient in lotions, shampoos, conditioners, scrubs, leave-on conditioner, hair tonic and all kinds of skin, hair, hand and nail products.
Biotin accelerates hair growth, reduces shedding to strengthen the hair roots. It also conditions the skin to help maintain healthy skin, and accelerates nail regeneration, keeping nails strong and healthy.
Key Benefits
- Accelerates hair growth and reduces shedding
- Promotes hair and nail growth
- Strengthen hair and nails
- Promotes reduction of age spots
- Diminishes dryness by improving moisture retention.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in preventing hair shedding thereby improving growth.
- Promotes a more even skin tone
- smooth the skin and strengthen the hair
Storage: Store in a cool, dry area place . Keep container closed.
PLEASE NOTE: This is a cosmetic raw material and it is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations. It should not be ingested. Product image and packaging shown above is a general representation of product. Product colour may vary and packaging available may be different. Our products are for external use only, unless otherwise indicated. This information is for information purposes, nothing on the skinfoodie website should be considered, or construed, as medical advise.
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