Nature's Bounty Optimal Solutions Hair, Skin & Nails with Biotin & Collagen Review

Nature's Bounty Optimal Solutions Hair, Skin & Nails is presented as a formula that contains the right balance of nutrients to help support lustrous hair, healthy nails and vibrant skin. The page calls it the number one brand for hair, skin and nails, citing a footnote to IRI sales data for the latest 52 weeks ending 11/28/21. The formula provides B vitamins, antioxidant vitamins C and E, vitamin A, hyaluronic acid and more. The product is described as argan oil infused and as rapid release liquid softgels. The listed highlights include 5,000 mcg of biotin per serving, support for lustrous hair, vibrant skin and healthy nails, argan oil plus hyaluronic acid, antioxidant vitamins C and E, and no artificial flavors and gluten free. The page explains antioxidants as nutrients that help fight free radicals and assist in maintaining good health. It describes free radicals as unstable compounds that occur naturally in the body as by-products of metabolism and that can also come from pollution, car exhaust, smoking and sun exposure. Oxidative stress from free radicals may contribute to premature aging of cells. Vitamin C is described as water soluble, while vitamin E is described as fat soluble and as naturally found on the outermost skin surface. A section on vitamin C explains that it is also known as ascorbic acid, that the body needs it to make collagen, a protein that helps form connective tissue forming the basis for vibrant skin, and that it helps promote skin health. The page notes that humans cannot produce their own vitamin C, unlike most animals. A biotin section describes it as a water-soluble B vitamin that is not readily stored in the body, so it should be consumed every day, and says the formula contains 5,000 mcg per serving to support skin, hair and nail health. Hyaluronic acid is described as a polysaccharide naturally found deep within the dermis, with levels that may decrease with age. Argan oil is described as pressed from the Argania spinosa nut of the Argan tree, native to Morocco, and as widely recognized for cosmetic purposes. The directions say adults should take three softgels daily, preferably with a meal. The supplement facts list vitamins A, C, D, E and B vitamins, biotin, iron, zinc, selenium, manganese, argan oil, PABA, alpha lipoic acid, horsetail, hydrolyzed collagen and hyaluronic acid. The allergen note says it contains soy and tree nut argan ingredients. Warnings advise pregnant or nursing people, those on medications, and those with medical conditions to consult a doctor, and note that biotin doses above 2,500 mcg per day should be discussed with a doctor. The product is not intended for persons under 18, should be stored at room temperature, and should not be used if the seal is broken or missing. An iron overdose warning asks that the product be kept away from children. The brand statement says Nature's Bounty has been trusted for nearly 50 years and describes its commitment to quality, consistency and scientific research.