Hair Skin & Nails

Hair Skin & Nails

Sundown4.4 (6,678 ratings)
Format:Tablet Quantity: 120 Tablet(s) · 40 servings
Goals
$11.27 $0.28 per serving

Product analysis

55 out of 100

Hair Skin & Nails may help brittle nails and hair shedding related to low zinc, though the nail evidence is limited. Several ingredient forms and blend proportions are missing, making the large formula harder to compare.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality47

Biotin is supplied in its biologically active form, and several mineral forms are clearly identified. Quality remains uncertain for many other preparations, including ingredients with missing form details.

Ingredient Transparency69

The ingredient amounts are clearly stated, but the label does not fully describe the blend. Several forms and the proportions of the vitamin D and calcium mixtures are missing.

Value For Money44

Value varies considerably across the blend. Some mineral contributions compare favorably, while collagen, choline and niacin are costly and many other components cannot be compared reliably.

Customer Satisfaction82

Customer ratings are favorable. Thousands of ratings give the feedback a substantial base.

Product Focus39

The formula is very complex for its main hair and nail uses. Biotin has limited brittle-nail evidence, while zinc-related hair benefits depend on low zinc being the cause of shedding.

Format
Tablet
Container
120 Tablet(s)
Per serving
$0.28
Customer rating
4.4 · 6,678 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Impact
High effect
D+ Ingredient FitB- PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Collagen · 50 mgBiotin · 5000 mcgHorsetail · 3 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 8 studies
Calcium Supportive 1 study
Collagen Supportive 4 studies
Horsetail Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Magnesium Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Vitamin C Supportive 1 study
Vitamin D Supportive 8 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 6 studies
Zinc No effect 1 study
Impact
Moderate effect
C- Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 5000 mcgVitamin D · 25 mcgZinc · 7.5 mgVitamin C · 60 mgCollagen · 50 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 4 studies
Collagen Supportive 3 studies
Folate Mixed 15 studies
Horsetail Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Niacin Disputed 2 studies
Vitamin A Disputed 13 studies
Vitamin D Disputed 34 studies
Vitamin E No effect 3 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Vitamin A (Vitamin A Palmitate)
1500 mcg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
60 mg
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol, Vitamin D3)
25 mcg
Vitamin E (DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate)
6.7 mg
Thiamine (Thiamine Hydrochloride)
5 mg
Riboflavin
5 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide)
25 mg 71
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
5 mg
Folate
333 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
8 mcg
Biotin (D-Biotin)
5000 mcg 92
Pantothenic Acid (D-Calcium Pantothenate)
15 mg
Calcium (Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate)
255 mg 72
Phosphorus (Dicalcium Phosphate)
128 mg 92
Magnesium (Magnesium Oxide)
50 mg
Zinc (Zinc Gluconate)
7.5 mg
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate)
2 mg 82
PABA
10 mg 68
Choline Bitartrate
10 mg 50
Inositol
30 mg
Ribonucleic Acid
10 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid/Rutin Complex
38 mg
Horsetail
3 mg
hydrolyzed Collagen
50 mg 29
Alpha Lipoic Acid
10 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free
Report overview
B Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value
Each serving provides 128 mg of phosphorus at a low cost per serving. The phosphorus source is Dicalcium Phosphate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability79

The phosphorus source is Dicalcium Phosphate.
Phosphorus Form Quality
The phosphorus source is Dicalcium Phosphate.
Form Disclosure Clarity
The phosphorus form is named.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

Each serving provides 128 mg of phosphorus. The phosphorus amount is clearly stated.
Dose Adequacy and Safety
Each serving provides 128 mg of phosphorus.
Elemental Dose Transparency
The phosphorus amount is clearly stated.

Value100

The cost per serving is low.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is low.
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value
Each serving supplies 5000 mcg of biotin. The serving price covers other nutrients, including zinc, folate, niacin, so attributing all of it to biotin would overstate its cost. The label specifies D-biotin, the biologically active form. No artificial colors or sweeteners are recorded; added sugar is unknown.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

The label specifies D-biotin, the biologically active form. No artificial colors or sweeteners are recorded; added sugar is unknown.
Biologically Active d-Biotin Isomer
The label specifies D-biotin, the biologically active form.
Excipient Purity
No artificial colors or sweeteners are recorded; added sugar is unknown.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

A serving provides 5000 mcg of biotin. The label states the biotin amount as 5000 mcg per serving.
Biotin Potency for Health Goals
A serving provides 5000 mcg of biotin.
Label Transparency & Exact Disclosure
The label states the biotin amount as 5000 mcg per serving.

Value60

The serving price covers other nutrients, including zinc, folate, niacin, so attributing all of it to biotin would overstate its cost.
Price per 5,000 mcg Biotin
The serving price covers other nutrients, including zinc, folate, niacin, so attributing all of it to biotin would overstate its cost.
B+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
Each serving provides 2 mg of manganese at a moderate cost per serving. The manganese is supplied as manganese gluconate.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80

The manganese is supplied as manganese gluconate.
Manganese Chemical Form
The manganese is supplied as manganese gluconate.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency86

Each serving provides 2 mg of manganese. The manganese amount is stated separately from its source.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
Each serving provides 2 mg of manganese.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The manganese amount is stated separately from its source.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The cost per serving is moderate.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. The Role of Sesbania grandiflora-Derived Biotin and Bambusa arundinacea-Derived Silica Extracts in Promoting Hair, Skin, and Nail Health: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study.
    Patel MN; Maheshvari J; Patel N · Cureus · 2025
    Randomized trial105 participantsHair Health Nail Health forBiotin
  2. Low serum biotinidase activity in children with valproic acid monotherapy.
    Schulpis KH; Karikas GA; Tjamouranis J; Regoutas S; Tsakiris S · Epilepsia · 2001
    Clinical trial125 participantsHair Health forBiotin
  3. Vitamins A, B, C, and D: A Short Review for the Dermatologist.
    Coerdt KM; Goggins CA; Khachemoune A · Alternative therapies in health and medicine · 2021
    Narrative reviewHair Health forBiotin
  4. The Infatuation With Biotin Supplementation: Is There Truth Behind Its Rising Popularity? A Comparative Analysis of Clinical Efficacy versus Social Popularity.
    Soleymani T; Lo Sicco K; Shapiro J · Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD · 2018
    Narrative reviewHair Health forBiotin
  5. Low-Molecular-Weight Collagen Peptide Supplementation Improves Cellulite Severity, Skin Elasticity, and Hair Shaft Diameter: A Clinical Study with Pharmacokinetic Evaluation.
    Hwang S; Won J; Kim S; Kang W; Park M · Journal of medicinal food · 2026
    Randomized trial114 participantsHair Health forCollagen
  6. Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation with and Without Collagen on Bone Density and Skin Elasticity in Menopausal Women-A Randomized Controlled Study.
    Duangjai A; Srivilai J; Nangola S; Amornlerdpison D · Clinics and practice · 2025
    Randomized trialHair Health forCollagen
  7. Dietary Collagen Supplementation as a Strategy for Skin Health: A Narrative Review of Clinical Effects on Skin, Hair, Nails, and Wound Healing.
    Biełach-Bazyluk A; Jurga M; Flisiak I; Zbroch E · Nutrients · 2026
    Narrative reviewHair Health forCollagen
  8. Hair Loss After Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
    Zhang W; Fan M; Wang C; Mahawar K; Parmar C; Chen W; Yang W; Global Bariatric Research Collaborative · Obesity surgery · 2021
    Meta-analysis2,538 participants18 studies pooledHair Health forFolate
  9. Quantitative Analysis of Selected Circulating Hematological Biomarkers, Essential Minerals, Vitamins, and Thyroid Hormones in Females Affected by Hair Loss.
    Al-Fawaeir S; Al-Odat I · Diseases (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025
    Case-control study200 participantsHair Health forFolate Hair Health forVitamin B12
  10. Twelve weeks of protracted venous infusion of fluorouracil (5-FU) is as effective as 6 months of bolus 5-FU and folinic acid as adjuvant treatment in colorectal cancer.
    Saini A; Norman AR; Cunningham D; Chau I; Hill M; Tait D; Hickish T; Iveson T; Lofts F; Jodrell D; Ross PJ; Oates J · British journal of cancer · 2003
    Randomized trialHair Health forFolate
  11. Role of oxaliplatin combined with 5-fluorouracil and folinic acid in the first- and second-line treatment of advanced colorectal cancer.
    Jonker D; Rumble RB; Maroun J; Gastrointestinal Cancer Disease Site Groupof Cancer Care Ontario’s Program in Evidence-Based Care · Current oncology (Toronto, Ont.) · 2012
    Randomized trialHair Health forFolate
  12. Phase I-II study of vinorelbine in combination with 5-fluorouracil and folinic acid as first-line chemotherapy in metastatic breast cancer: a regimen with a low subjective toxic burden.
    Nolè F; de Braud F; Aapro M; Minchella I; De Pas TM; Zampino MG; Monti S; Andreoni G; Goldhirsch A · Annals of oncology : official journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology · 1997
    Randomized trialHair Health forFolate
  13. A pilot study evaluating the efficacy of topically applied niacin derivatives for treatment of female pattern alopecia.
    Draelos ZD; Jacobson EL; Kim H; Kim M; Jacobson MK · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2009
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forNiacin
  14. Topical adenosine increases thick hair ratio in Japanese men with androgenetic alopecia.
    Watanabe Y; Nagashima T; Hanzawa N; Ishino A; Nakazawa Y; Ogo M; Iwabuchi T; Tajima M · International journal of cosmetic science · 2016
    Randomized trial102 participantsHair Health forNiacin
  15. Topical tretinoin for hair growth promotion.
    Bazzano GS; Terezakis N; Galen W · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 1986
    Non-randomized trial56 participantsHair Health forVitamin A
  16. A review of isotretinoin in the treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
    Shahpar A; Nezhad NZ; Sahaf AS; Ahramiyanpour N · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2024
    Systematic review232 participants15 studies pooledHair Health forVitamin A
  17. Efficacy of Isotretinoin and Acitretin in Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Retrospective Analysis of 54 Cases.
    Rakowska A; Gradzińska A; Olszewska M; Rudnicka L · Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD · 2018
    Cohort study54 participantsHair Health forVitamin A
  18. Systemic Treatments for Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Retrospective Study of 315 Patients.
    Willaert M; Van Dongen T; Dikrama P; Nijsten T; Hijnen D; Waalboer-Spuij R · Acta dermato-venereologica · 2025
    Cohort study315 participantsHair Health forVitamin A
  19. Tretinoin enhances minoxidil response in androgenetic alopecia patients by upregulating follicular sulfotransferase enzymes.
    Sharma A; Goren A; Dhurat R; Agrawal S; Sinclair R; Trüeb RM; Vañó-Galván S; Chen G; Tan Y; Kovacevic M; Situm M; McCoy J · Dermatologic therapy · 2020
    Single-arm trialHair Health forVitamin A
  20. Factors Associated with Premature Hair Graying in a Young Indian Population.
    Chakrabarty S; Krishnappa PG; Gowda DG; Hiremath J · International journal of trichology · 2016
    Case-control study74 participantsHair Health forVitamin B12