research Assessment of Biotin Supplementation Among Patients in an Outpatient Dermatology Clinic
Most people using biotin don't see skin improvements, and it may affect lab tests, so doctors shouldn't suggest it without confirming a deficiency.
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research Serum Biotin and Zinc in Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Low zinc and biotin levels linked to male hair loss; supplements may help.
research Biotin and Acetazolamide for Treatment of an Unusual Child With Autism Plus Lack of Nail and Hair Growth
Biotin and acetazolamide improved hair and nail growth, mental function, and reduced headaches in a child with autism.
research Consumption of a Low-Carbohydrate and High-Fat Diet Exaggerates Biotin Deficiency in Mice
The ketogenic diet can worsen biotin deficiency, suggesting a need for biotin supplements.
research Biotin Is Required for Zinc Homeostasis in the Skin
Biotin is important for keeping zinc levels balanced in the skin and its lack can cause hair loss.
research Low Serum Biotin in Japanese Children Fed with Hydrolysate Formula
Japanese infants fed hydrolysate formula may have low biotin levels.
research Evaluation of Biophysical Skin Parameters and Hair Changes in Patients with Acne Vulgaris Treated with Isotretinoin, and the Effect of Biotin Use on These Parameters
Biotin supplementation during isotretinoin treatment for acne may help maintain skin hydration and improve hair growth.
research Biotin: Overview of the Treatment of Diseases of Cutaneous Appendages and Hyperseborrhea
Biotin supplements can improve certain skin disorders and hair loss when a deficiency is present.
research How Biotin Induces Misleading Results in Thyroid Bioassays: Case Series
Taking biotin supplements can cause incorrect thyroid test results, leading to wrong diagnoses.
research A Case Report of Biotin Treatment for Valproate-Induced Hair Loss
Biotin may effectively treat hair loss caused by valproate medication.
research Efficacy of 2.5 mg Oral Biotin Versus 5% Topical Minoxidil in Increasing Nail Growth Rate
Minoxidil increases nail growth more than biotin.
research Response to: Rethinking Biotin Therapy for Hair, Nail, and Skin Disorders
The authors agree that biotin may help certain hair disorders but lacks evidence for use in healthy people and call for more research.
research Changes in Hydrophobic Proteins in Response to Biotin Administration in Serum of Infant Patients with Alopecia as Assessed by the Protein Micro-Sequencing Method
Biotin helps regulate proteins in the blood, which may explain its role in hair growth.
research Efficacy and Safety of a Food Supplement Containing L-Cystine, Serenoa Repens Extract, and Biotin for Hair Loss in Healthy Males and Females: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blinded, Controlled Clinical Trial
The food supplement with L-cystine, Serenoa repens extract, and biotin safely reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in men and women.
research Unusual Presentation of Denys-Drash Syndrome in a Girl with Undisclosed Consumption of Biotin
A girl with Denys-Drash syndrome was misdiagnosed due to biotin affecting her hormone test results.
research Biotin Deficiency in Telogen Effluvium: Fact or Fiction?
Biotin deficiency is not a major cause of Telogen Effluvium hair loss.
research Biotin
Biotin supplements are unnecessary for most people but may help with certain conditions like biotin deficiency, brittle nails, and some hair loss.
research Natural Hair Supplements: Biotin And Collagen
Biotin and collagen may improve hair health.
research Efficacy of Intramuscular Injections of Biotin and Dexpanthenol in the Treatment of Diffuse Hair Loss: A Randomized, Double-Blind Controlled Study Comparing Two Brands
Both brands of biotin and dexpanthenol injections improved hair loss, with Bayer also increasing the ratio of thick to thin hairs.
research Effects of a Combination of Arginine Silicate Inositol Complex and a Novel Form of Biotin on Hair and Nail Growth in a Rodent Model
The combination of Arginine Silicate Inositol Complex and a new form of Biotin improved hair and nail growth in rats.
research Biotin Beware: Perils of Biotin Supplementation
Taking biotin supplements can be risky and often lacks evidence of effectiveness for skin, hair, and nail issues.
research Clinical Efficacy of a Topical Compounded Formulation in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Minoxidil 10%, Finasteride 0.1%, Biotin 0.2%, and Caffeine Citrate 0.05% Hydroalcoholic Solution
The topical solution improved hair density and appearance in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research Use of the Drug Wolvit (Biotin 5 mg) in Treatment of Diffuse Telogen Alopecia
Wolvit® (biotin 5 mg) is effective and safe for treating hair loss and scalp conditions in women.
research Efficacy and Safety of a New Topical Hair Loss Lotion Containing Oleanolic Acid, Apigenin, Biotinyl Tripeptide-1, Diaminopyrimidine Oxide, Adenosine, Biotin, and Ginkgo Biloba in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Telogen Effluvium: A Six-Month Open-Label Prospective Clinical Study
Hair loss lotion with specific ingredients effectively improves hair growth and thickness safely.
research Comment on the Use of Biotin for Hair Loss
Biotin may help women with hair loss who have low biotin levels, but more research is needed.
research Scientific Opinion on the Substantiation of a Health Claim Related to a Combination of Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Pyridoxine, D-Biotin, and Pumpkin Seed Oil and Maintenance of Normal Hair Pursuant to Article 13(5) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006
The combination of certain vitamins and pumpkin seed oil has not been proven to maintain normal hair.
research Biotin: A Friend or Foe in Hair Loss
Biotin doesn't help hair growth in healthy people and can cause health risks if overused.
research The Effectiveness of Biotin in Therapy for Alopecia of Various Origins, and Pathologies of the Skin and Nails
Biotin effectively treats hair loss, skin, and nail issues without overdose risk.
research A Comprehensive Investigation of Biochemical Status in Patients with Telogen Effluvium: Analysis of Hb, Ferritin, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thyroid Function Tests, Zinc, Copper, Biotin, and Selenium Levels
Telogen effluvium is linked to deficiencies in iron, vitamin B12, and thyroid function.
research Biotin for Hair Loss: Teasing Out the Evidence
Biotin does not significantly help with hair growth.