Extra Strength Hair Skin & Nails

Extra Strength Hair Skin & Nails

Format:Softgel Quantity: 150 Softgel(s) · 50 servings
Goals

Product analysis

58 out of 100

Extra Strength Hair Skin & Nails may help fill nutrient gaps affecting hair, skin or nails, with a limited connection between biotin and brittle nails. The wider mixture does not establish extra cosmetic benefits when nutrition is already adequate.

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

Nutrient Quality38

Ingredient quality is mixed, with a favorable manganese preparation and a clearly identified niacin form. Several other preparations are unspecified or cannot be confidently judged.

Ingredient Transparency87

Amounts are disclosed throughout, helping you compare servings. Several preparations, including biotin and collagen, are unspecified, limiting a full comparison of ingredient quality.

Value For Money45

Value is mixed, with favorable serving-price comparisons for some minerals but poor value for the collagen content. Moderate biotin value does not resolve the uncertainty around much of the wider blend.

Customer Satisfaction90

Customer feedback is generally very positive across a very large number of ratings. The extensive feedback gives a broad view of satisfaction without proving cosmetic benefits.

Product Focus43

The clearest role is addressing nutrient gaps that can affect hair, skin and nails. The small collagen and hyaluronic acid amounts do not match the preparations and exposures linked to the more specific cosmetic findings.

Format
Softgel
Container
150 Softgel(s)
Per serving
$0.22
Customer rating
4.6 · 115,433 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Impact
High effect
C Ingredient FitD- PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Hyaluronic Acid · 30 mgZinc · 7.5 mgVitamin C · 60 mgCollagen · 50 mgSelenium · 12.5 mcgVitamin E · 10 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 10 studies
Collagen Supportive 62 studies
Niacin Supportive 61 studies
Selenium Supportive 22 studies
Vitamin A Supportive 106 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 38 studies
Zinc Supportive 66 studies
Impact
High effect
C- Ingredient FitB- PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Collagen · 50 mgBiotin · 5000 mcgHorsetail · 3 mg
Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 8 studies
Collagen Supportive 4 studies
Horsetail Not classified

No linked studies yet.

Iron Disputed 4 studies
Selenium Adverse 1 study
Vitamin C Supportive 1 study
Vitamin E Supportive 6 studies
Zinc No effect 1 study
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitF PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Biotin · 5000 mcgZinc · 7.5 mgIron · 3 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.

Iron Disputed 25 studies
Niacin Disputed 2 studies
Selenium Disputed 7 studies
Vitamin A Disputed 13 studies
Vitamin E No effect 3 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
15 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate)
1500 mcg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
60 mg
Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate)
10 mg
Thiamine (Thiamine Mononitrate)
3 mg
Riboflavin
5 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide)
25 mg 79
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
5 mg
Folate
333 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
8 mcg
Biotin
5000 mcg 82
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium D-Pantothenate)
4 mg
Iron (Ferrous Gluconate)
3 mg 57
Zinc (Zinc Gluconate)
7.5 mg
Selenium (Selenium Yeast)
12.5 mcg
Manganese (Manganese Gluconate)
5 mg 92
Argan Oil (Argania spinosa)
25 mg
PABA
10 mg 64
Alpha Lipoic Acid
10 mg
Horsetail
3 mg
Collagen, Hydrolyzed
50 mg 29
Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)
30 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free Sugar Free
Report overview
B+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value
The serving provides 5 mg of manganese at a low cost per serving. It uses manganese gluconate, and supplies a clearly stated amount of the mineral.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability80

Manganese Gluconate is an organic salt with good solubility.
Manganese Chemical Form
Manganese Gluconate is an organic salt with good solubility.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The manganese amount is clearly stated. The amount falls within the stated range for bone and joint support.
Manganese Dosage Efficacy & Safety
The serving supplies 5 mg of manganese, within the stated range for bone and joint support.
Elemental Weight Disclosure
The label states both the manganese amount and its source.

Value100

The cost per serving is low.
Price per Serving vs. Median
The cost per serving is low.
Biotin · 5000 mcg OverallScore82
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value
Each serving provides 5000 mcg of biotin, and the package cost also covers other vitamins and minerals. The specific isomer is not stated. It also contains an artificial color.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability74

The label lists biotin without specifying its isomer. The label includes an artificial color.
Biologically Active d-Biotin Isomer
The label lists biotin without specifying its isomer.
Excipient Purity
The label includes an artificial color.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

The 5000 mcg per serving falls in the range used here for hair and nail support. The label gives the exact biotin amount per serving.
Biotin Potency for Health Goals
The 5000 mcg per serving falls in the range used here for hair and nail support.
Label Transparency & Exact Disclosure
The label gives the exact biotin amount per serving.

Value60

The package cost also covers other vitamins and minerals, so a biotin-only cost would not capture the full formula.
Price per 5,000 mcg Biotin
The package cost also covers other vitamins and minerals, so a biotin-only cost would not capture the full formula.
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value
A serving supplies 25 mg of niacin at a moderate cost per serving. It uses niacinamide. The amount and form are stated.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability100

Niacinamide is a form used for the stated skin-health goal.
Niacin Form & Goal Alignment
Niacinamide is a form used for the stated skin-health goal.
Precursor Source Quality
Niacinamide is the stated form.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency67

A serving provides 25 mg of niacin. Niacinamide is a non-flushing form; no explicit no-flush claim is captured.
Clarity of Chemical Form
It uses niacinamide.
Form-Specific Dosage Efficacy
A serving provides 25 mg of niacin.
Flush Risk & Safety Labeling
Niacinamide is a non-flushing form; no explicit no-flush claim is captured.

Value60

The cost per serving is moderate for the niacin contribution.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is moderate for the niacin contribution.
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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 Skin 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 Skin 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. Efficacy and safety of non-cross-linked hyaluronic acid compound in the treatment of keratosis pilaris: A split-body randomized clinical trial.
    Li Y; Wang SW; Liu YH; Zou MY; Wu JX; Luo SK; Hong WJ · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2024
    Randomized trialHair Health forHyaluronic Acid
  14. Intradermal Injections of 10% Glucose (Sihler G) for Scalp Hair Regrowth: A Randomized, Evaluator-Blinded Pilot Study.
    Yi KH; Sydorchuk O; Lee S; Sobchyshyn M; Kim TH; Lee SR; Park S; Chang-Il Y; Kyu-Eun L · Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2026
    Observational studyHair Health forHyaluronic Acid
  15. Efficacy of Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum in the Treatment of Female Pattern Alopecia in Patients With PCOS: An Open-Label, Non-randomized, Prospective Study.
    Khare S · Cureus · 2023
    Randomized trialHair Health forHyaluronic Acid
  16. Efficacy and safety of needle-free jet injector-assisted intralesional treatments in dermatology-a systematic review.
    Bekkers VZ; Bik L; van Huijstee JC; Wolkerstorfer A; Prens EP; van Doorn MBA · Drug delivery and translational research · 2023
    Systematic reviewHair Health forHyaluronic Acid
  17. Revitalizing Effect on the Scalp After Injection with a Mechanically Stabilized Hyaluronic Acid Complex in Subjects with Androgenetic Alopecia.
    Siquier-Dameto G; Boisnic S; Verdú E · Journal of clinical medicine · 2024
    Clinical trial26 participantsHair Health forHyaluronic Acid
  18. The Association Between Alopecia Areata and Iron Deficiency Anemia: A Large-Scale Population-Based Case-Control Study.
    Davidovici B; Drutin Y; Ben-Tov A; Mimouni D; Wohl Y · Journal of personalized medicine · 2026
    Case-control study100,203 participantsHair Health forIron
  19. Iron Deficiency and Nonscarring Alopecia in Women: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Treister-Goltzman Y; Yarza S; Peleg R · Skin appendage disorders · 2022
    Meta-analysis10,029 participants36 studies pooledHair Health forIron
  20. Comparative Analysis of Postoperative Hair Loss and Micronutrient Deficiencies After One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy.
    Chinisaz F; Maleki T; Najjari K; Miratashi Yazdi SA · Obesity surgery · 2026
    Cohort study261 participantsHair Health forIron