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Emma Stoddart

Curious about how biotin can benefit your strands? The experts explain all

On the left is a close-up of a woman brushing her long, greying hair with a round brush and on the right, is a close-up of someone applying a hair mask to the ends of their hair/ both featured in a white and grey template with hair oil and condition stock images.

It's the talk of the town for those seeking healthier strands, touted for its strengthening and lengthening powers, but is biotin for hair really as beneficial as it seems? It plays a starring role in most (if not, all) hair growth supplements, and while many boast rave reviews, we want to know if there’s any real science behind the claims.

If you’re searching for ways to make your hair grow faster, you've likely already heard of biotin, as not only is it a key ingredient in hair, nail and skin supplements, but it can also be found in many of the best shampoos and conditioners, and best hair masks around. Much like scalp oil for hair growth, biotin for hair has been embraced by a new generation and is trending on social media, so clearly, it's considered to be something of a mane-changer. That said, if this is your first introduction to the strand-loving ingredient, you no doubt have some questions on what exactly it is and how it functions as part of your haircare routine.

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