Honeydew Biotin Shampoo for Men & Women
236 ml, 8 fl oz
Comprehensive shampoo infused with biotin, provitamin B5, and nutrient-rich botanicals to promote healthy hair. This potent scientific formula cleanses the hair and scalp by targeting dandruff flakes, reducing DHT-buildup, improving circulation in the scalp, and stimulating hair follicles.
Best For
Promotes hair growth [1-5]; Lesses thinning hair [4, 5]; Targets scalp irritation [4, 5]
Results
5/5
Safety
4/5
Ingredients of Concern
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Pros:
- Comprehensive shampoo infused with biotin, provitamin B5, Coconut, Argan, JoJoba, Rosemary, and Tea tree oil to promote healthy hair
- Potent formula cleanses the hair and scalp
- Targets dandruff flakes
- Reduces DHT-buildup
- Improves circulation in the scalp
- Stimulates hair follicles
- Hair thickening formula for color-treated, damaged, or itchy hair, and an oily scalp
- DHT-blocking herbs supports regrowth
- Root lifting, densifying shampoo that boost body, fullness, and softness
- Deep cleansing formula
- Stimulates hair growth
- Protects against breakage
- Sulfate-free, Paraben-free, Silicon-free, and Cruelty-free
Ingredients Concern: Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cons: Cocamidopropyl Betaine may cause skin irritation, skin damage, or an allergic reaction to skin on the head, neck, back and upper extremities in some people.
Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is an essential nutrient that is well known for its ability to support strong, vibrant skin (scalp) and hair [1-4]. Consuming biotin regularly helps prevent the occurrence of scalp irritation and hair loss [4, 5]. Rosemary oil and tea tree oil target a substance that is associated with hair loss known as dihydrotestosterone (DHT) [7, 8]. Jojoba oil helps loosen and promote the removal of sebum from the scalp, which is a thick substance that is linked to hair loss in some individuals [9].
Coconut promotes skin health, including the scalp, and enhances the body's ability to prevent and/or repair UV-induced skin and hair damage [10-13].
D-Panthenol (vitamin B5), Argan oil, and Primrose oil have moisturizing properties that are beneficial for the skin, including the scalp, and it promotes healthy hair follicles [14-17].
Promotes hair growth [1-5]; Lesses thinning hair [4, 5]; Targets scalp irritation [4, 5]
Biotin boosts metabolism and functions as a co-enzyme that enhances the breakdown of proteins, carbohydrates, fats (fatty acids) and other nutrients that nourish the hair [1-5]. Fatty acids in particular, strengthen the protective outer layer of the body's cells, including those that make up hair follicles [6]. Therefore, biotin promotes healthy hair growth by ensuring that vital nutrients are released from food and properly transported throughout the body (e.g. scalp and hair follicles).
A hormonal imbalance may cause certain enzymes such as 5-alpha-reductase may begin to convert testosterone in both men and women into a stronger substance called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Increased DHT levels leads to the accumulation of a thick, dandruff-like substance called sebum. Sebum can clog the roots of the scalp, which can subsequently disrupt nutrient transport to the scalp and hair follicles, hair loss. Rosemary oil and tea tree oil block DHT activity, thereby preventing the buildup of sebum and hair loss [7, 8]. Jojoba oil mimics the texture of sebum and this reduces the production of sebum on the scalp [9].
Coconut oil supports moisture retention on dry, irritated skin (e.g., scalp) and it helps targets skin inflammation [10-13].
D-Panthenol (vitamin B5) promotes wound healing, targets acne, and helps the body combat acne-related skin issues, including those which affect the scalp [15]. D-Panthenol also helps nourish (mositurize) hair follicles, which supports hair growth and lessens hair loss [16].
In addition, Argan oil and evening primrose oil moisturize the hair and scalp, which helps restore volume, elasticity, and shine to thin looking hair [17].
Key Ingredients: Biotin; D-Panthenol; Rosemary oil; Tea tree oil; Coconut; Argan; Evening primrose; Jojoba oil The % or mgs were not listed.
All Ingredients: Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Lauryl Glucoside Carboxylate, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Acrylates Copolymer, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Argan ( Argania spinosa) Oil, Coconut (Cocos nucifera) Oil, Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) Oil, Olive (Olea europaea) Oil, Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) Oil, Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) Oil, Zinc Pyrithione, Glycerin, Sodium PCA, D-Panthenol, Biotin, Phytokeratin, Jojoba (Simmondia chinensis) Oil, Fragrance.
Rinse hair and work shampoo into a rich lather. Apply liberally throughout hair. Allow 2-3 minutes of absorption, and rinse.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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