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Gorgeous Hair Skin & Nails Natural Raspberry Flavor

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Iodine 120 mcg
Biotin 5000 mcg
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Score73
Biotin, zinc, vitamin D, and antioxidant vitamins provide broader beauty nutrition than biotin alone. A carbohydrate-heavy gummy base, conventional forms, and very high biotin are meaningful trade-offs.
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Quantity:100 Gummy(ies) • (33 servings)
Goals:
Nail Health
Hair Health
Skin Health

Score 73

Biotin, zinc, vitamin D, and antioxidant vitamins provide broader beauty nutrition than biotin alone. A carbohydrate-heavy gummy base, conventional forms, and very high biotin are meaningful trade-offs.
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Analysis

Biotin, zinc, vitamin D, and antioxidant vitamins provide broader beauty nutrition than biotin alone. The gummy format is convenient for people who dislike capsules.

The formula covers several nutrients relevant to hair, skin, and nail maintenance. A carbohydrate-heavy gummy base, conventional forms, and very high biotin are meaningful trade-offs.

It suits adults prioritizing taste and convenience who can plan around blood testing. Lower-carbohydrate or lower-biotin products offer a cleaner daily option.

Who is it for
  • It suits adults prioritizing taste and convenience who can plan around blood testing
  • Adults seeking the product’s stated nutrient profile
Best for
  • The gummy format is convenient for people who dislike capsules
  • Lower-carbohydrate or lower-biotin products offer a cleaner daily option

Pros

  • Broader than single-ingredient biotin
  • Includes zinc and vitamin D
  • Convenient gummy format
  • Easy daily use

Cons

  • High biotin amount
  • Adds substantial carbohydrate
  • Mostly conventional forms
  • Gummy format limits mineral density

Warnings

  • Biotin can interfere with thyroid, hormone, cardiac troponin, and other laboratory tests; follow the laboratory’s stop-use guidance.
  • Preformed vitamin A should be counted carefully during pregnancy and supplement stacking.
  • Keep gummies out of children’s reach because the candy-like format can encourage overconsumption.

Nutrient quality

68 High impact

High biotin and selected micronutrients fit hair, skin, and nail support. Ordinary forms and the absence of meaningful structural actives limit quality.

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Ingredient transparency

73 High impact

Active amounts are clear and no proprietary blend is shown. Gummy-base ingredients, complete directions, and many nutrient forms are missing.

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Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The supplied average is strong, and the rating count is very large. Specific firsthand feedback is absent, so repeated complaints and purpose fit cannot be assessed.

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Value for money

83 Highest impact

The serving cost is favorable for the disclosed ingredient quality and purpose. A few weak or unrelated additions modestly reduce efficiency.

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Goals

Nail Health
Nail Health
Impact
Highest effect
A- Goal FitB+ Strength of SupportB+ CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Biotin · 5000 mcg

Biotin provides strong support for keratin production, while zinc, vitamin C, vitamin E, and several B vitamins broaden the nail-relevant coverage. The ingredient mix can also address nutritional gaps that contribute to weak nails.

All active amounts are disclosed, though the biotin isomer and several vitamin forms are not optimal or fully specified. The gummy carries a broad multivitamin load rather than structural proteins, and high-dose biotin should be disclosed before blood testing because it can distort some results.

Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 8 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 1 study
Vitamin E Supportive 6 studies
Zinc No effect 1 study
Hair Health
Hair Health
Impact
High effect
B- Goal FitB Strength of SupportB- CoverageB- Formula Quality
Biotin · 5000 mcgVitamin D · 25 mcgZinc · 7.5 mgVitamin C · 90 mg

Biotin, vitamin D, zinc, and antioxidant vitamins cover several nutritional factors involved in follicle function. Benefits are most plausible when one of these nutrients is low, since the formula does not provide collagen or sulfur amino acids.

The amounts and common forms are clearly disclosed in a broad gummy formula. The high biotin amount can interfere with thyroid, cardiac, and other laboratory tests.

Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 4 studies
Vitamin D Disputed 34 studies
Zinc Supportive 22 studies
Skin Health
Skin Health
Impact
Moderate effect
C Goal FitC- Strength of SupportD+ CoverageD+ Formula Quality
Zinc · 7.5 mgVitamin C · 90 mgVitamin E · 15 mg

Vitamins A, C, and E plus zinc provide antioxidant and repair cofactors relevant to skin. Biotin mainly adds value when intake is deficient.

No collagen, ceramide, or hyaluronic acid is included, so structural and hydration support remain weak. The high biotin amount can interfere with laboratory tests, while the gummy’s broad vitamin mix is less focused than a targeted skin formula.

Study evidence
Biotin Supportive 10 studies
Vitamin C Supportive 53 studies
Vitamin E Supportive 38 studies
Zinc Supportive 66 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
35 Calorie(s)
Total Carbohydrates
8 Gram(s)
Protein
1 Gram(s)
Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate)
 720 mcg RAE
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
 90 mg
Vitamin D (Cholecalciferol)
 25 mcg
Vitamin E (DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate)
 15 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 4.3 mg
Folate
200 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
 9 mcg
Biotin
5000 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium D-Pantothenate)
 3 mg
Iodine (Potassium Iodide)
 120 mcg
Zinc (Zinc Gluconate)
 7.5 mg
Sodium
5 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Iodine (Potassium Iodide) · 120 mcg OverallScore87
A+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

Potassium iodide provides a stable, well-absorbed source without marine contamination concerns. The 120 mcg amount falls below the standard daily target and remains below the adult upper limit. Low serving cost is appealing, although the iodine amount is below the daily target.

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Biotin · 5000 mcg OverallScore77
C Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyC Value

The 5,000 mcg dose reaches the high-potency range, although the label does not verify the active d-biotin isomer. The gummy format is practical, and the broad formula makes a biotin-only cost comparison incomplete. Because 5,000 mcg of biotin can interfere with some lab tests, tell the testing clinician before blood work.

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89 Performance

Biotin 10000 mcg

California Gold Nutrition
<p>Explicit d-biotin labeling and a simple formula provide stronger form clarity for focused hair and nail supplementation. The amount is very high, offers little reason for use without inadequate biotin intake, and can distort several laboratory tests.</p>
87 Performance

Potassium Iodide Iodine 150 mcg

NaturesPlus
<p>A clearly measured potassium-iodide amount offers more transparent iodine support for energy when intake is low. It does not replace the original beauty nutrients, and extra iodine offers no assured benefit when iodine status is already adequate.</p>
82 Performance

High Potency Biotin 10 mg

Country Life
<p>Active d-biotin and a clearly stated amount create a simple, easy-to-assess hair-and-nail supplement. The very high dose may interfere with thyroid, hormone, and cardiac tests, while the formula omits iodine, zinc, and antioxidant vitamins.</p>
82 Budget

Biotin 1000 mcg

Spring Valley
<p>A simple active d-biotin supplement costs less and uses a more moderate amount than many beauty gummies. It omits iodine, zinc, antioxidant vitamins, and the broader nutrient coverage of the original, while biotin can still interfere with laboratory tests.</p>
88 Budget

Kelp

NOW
<p>A maintenance amount of iodine from organic kelp costs far less and supports thyroid-related energy only when intake is low. It does not provide biotin or direct hair, skin, and nail nutrients, and natural seaweed variation remains a limitation.</p>
80 Budget

Biotin

Jarrow Formulas
<p>Clearly labeled d-biotin provides focused hair-and-nail supplementation at lower serving cost. The single-nutrient formula omits iodine and antioxidant vitamins, and the high amount can distort thyroid, hormone, and cardiac laboratory tests.</p>
84 Value

Biotin 5000 mcg

Spring Valley
<p>Active d-biotin provides concentrated, clearly disclosed hair-and-nail support at very low serving cost. It is not a complete beauty multivitamin, and the high dose should be reported before blood work because it can distort laboratory results.</p>
79 Value

Ionic Iodine from Potassium Iodide 225 mcg

Trace Minerals Research
<p>Potassium iodide supplies a practical iodine amount at very low serving cost with a simple active purpose. An undisclosed trace-mineral mixture reduces clarity, while the product omits biotin and the original's broader beauty-focused nutrients.</p>
81 Value

Biotin 5000 mcg

Nature's Bounty
<p>A simple d-biotin formula offers focused supplementation and favorable serving value. Benefits are unlikely without inadequate biotin intake, the product omits iodine and antioxidant vitamins, and the high amount can interfere with laboratory tests.</p>
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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 participantsSkin Health Hair Health Nail Health forBiotin
  2. Anti-pollution cosmetic-based one-step formation of w/o/w multiple emulsion containing D-biotin for skin protection: fabrication and in vitro and in vivo evaluation.
    Ali A; Iqbal S; Ilyas A; Khan H; Asad MHHB; Fatima N; Akhtar N · Drug delivery and translational research · 2020
    Non-randomized trial15 participantsSkin Health forBiotin
  3. Interventions for infantile seborrhoeic dermatitis (including cradle cap).
    Victoire A; Magin P; Coughlan J; van Driel ML · The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2019
    Systematic review35 participants2 studies pooledSkin Health forBiotin
  4. Final report on the safety assessment of biotin.
    Fiume MZ; Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel · International journal of toxicology · 2002
    Narrative reviewSkin Health forBiotin
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. Biotin for the treatment of nail disease: what is the evidence?
    Lipner SR; Scher RK · The Journal of dermatological treatment · 2018
    Narrative reviewNail Health forBiotin
  9. Treatment of brittle fingernails and onychoschizia with biotin: scanning electron microscopy.
    Colombo VE; Gerber F; Bronhofer M; Floersheim GL · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 1991
    Other32 participantsNail Health forBiotin
  10. Brittle nails: response to daily biotin supplementation.
    Hochman LG; Scher RK; Meyerson MS · Cutis · 1993
    Case series35 participantsNail Health forBiotin
  11. Nail Supplements: When, How, and Why?
    Zaraa I; Richert B · Skin appendage disorders · 2026
    Narrative reviewNail Health forBiotin
  12. Brittle nails.
    Iorizzo M; Pazzaglia M; M Piraccini B; Tullo S; Tosti A · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2009
    Narrative reviewNail Health forBiotin
  13. Increased prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in patients with alopecia areata: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Lee S; Kim BJ; Lee CH; Lee WS · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV · 2018
    Meta-analysis2,039 participants14 studies pooledHair Health forVitamin D
  14. Intralesional vitamin D3 in treatment of alopecia areata: A randomized controlled clinical trial.
    Rashad AF; Elgamal E; Fouda I · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2022
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forVitamin D
  15. Vitamin D and its Analogs in Treatment of Mild to Moderate Alopecia Areata: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Alsaati AA; Kaliyadan F; Alsaadoun D; Alzakry LM; Alzabadin RA; Hakami TH; Rubaian NFB · Indian dermatology online journal · 2025
    Meta-analysisHair Health forVitamin D
  16. Topical calcipotriol vs narrowband ultraviolet B in treatment of alopecia areata: a randomized-controlled trial.
    El Taieb MA; Hegazy EM; Ibrahim HM; Osman AB; Abualhamd M · Archives of dermatological research · 2020
    Randomized trial60 participantsHair Health forVitamin D
  17. Serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D in non-scarring alopecia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Chen Y; Dong X; Wang Y; Li Y; Xiong L; Li L · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2024
    Meta-analysis10,670 participants23 studies pooledHair Health forVitamin D
  18. The effects of minoxidil, 1% pyrithione zinc and a combination of both on hair density: a randomized controlled trial.
    Berger RS; Fu JL; Smiles KA; Turner CB; Schnell BM; Werchowski KM; Lammers KM · The British journal of dermatology · 2003
    Randomized trial200 participantsHair Health forZinc
  19. Incubatory environment of the scalp impacts pre-emergent hair to affect post-emergent hair cuticle integrity.
    Schwartz JR; Henry JP; Kerr KM; Flagler MJ; Page SH; Redman-Furey N · Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2018
    Randomized trialHair Health forZinc
  20. A comparison of hair quality and cosmetic acceptance following the use of two anti-dandruff shampoos.
    Draelos ZD; Kenneally DC; Hodges LT; Billhimer W; Copas M; Margraf C · The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings · 2006
    Randomized trial40 participantsHair Health forZinc
  21. BMI and levels of zinc, copper in hair, serum and urine of Turkish male patients with androgenetic alopecia.
    Ozturk P; Kurutas E; Ataseven A; Dokur N; Gumusalan Y; Gorur A; Tamer L; Inaloz S · Journal of trace elements in medicine and biology : organ of the Society for Minerals and Trace Elements (GMS) · 2015
    Case-control study216 participantsHair Health forZinc
  22. Analysis of serum zinc and copper concentrations in hair loss.
    Kil MS; Kim CW; Kim SS · Annals of dermatology · 2013
    Case-control study342 participantsHair Health forZinc
  23. Treatment of brittle nail with a hydroxypropyl chitosan-based lacquer, alone or in combination with oral biotin: A randomized, assessor-blinded trial.
    Chiavetta A; Mazzurco S; Secolo MP; Tomarchio G; Milani M · Dermatologic therapy · 2020
    Randomized trial50 participantsNail Health forBiotin
  24. Vitamins and minerals: their role in nail health and disease.
    Scheinfeld N; Dahdah MJ; Scher R · Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD · 2007
    Narrative reviewNail Health forBiotin Nail Health forVitamin E Nail Health forZinc
  25. Vitamin C Deficiency in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: The Forgotten Micronutrient.
    Dunleavy KA; Ungaro RC; Manning L; Gold S; Novak J; Colombel JF · Crohn's & colitis 360 · 2023
    Other20 participantsNail Health forVitamin C
  26. Dermatologic signs in patients with eating disorders.
    Strumia R · American journal of clinical dermatology · 2005
    Narrative reviewNail Health forVitamin E
  27. Yellow nail syndrome: clinical experience in a series of 21 patients.
    Piraccini BM; Urciuoli B; Starace M; Tosti A; Balestri R · Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft = Journal of the German Society of Dermatology : JDDG · 2014
    Case series20 participantsNail Health forVitamin E
  28. Why don't we use vitamin E in dermatology?
    Pehr K; Forsey RR · CMAJ : Canadian Medical Association journal = journal de l'Association medicale canadienne · 1993
    Systematic reviewNail Health forVitamin E
  29. Diagnosis and management of yellow nail syndrome: An international multi-institutional retrospective cohort study of 111 cases by an expert panel.
    Curtis KL; Piraccini BM; Starace M; Rapparini L; Richert B; Rubin AI; Jellinek NJ; Tosti A; Di Chiacchio NG; Di Chiacchio N; Iorizzo M; Grover C; Hinshaw MA; Vlahovic TC; Bellet JS; Rigopoulos D; Lipner SR · Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2025
    Cohort study111 participantsNail Health forVitamin E
  30. Evaluation of biophysical skin parameters and hair changes in patients with acne vulgaris treated with isotretinoin, and the effect of biotin use on these parameters.
    Aksac SE; Bilgili SG; Yavuz GO; Yavuz IH; Aksac M; Karadag AS · International journal of dermatology · 2021
    Non-randomized trial60 participantsSkin Health forBiotin
  31. Generalized seborrhoeic dermatitis. Clinical and therapeutic data of 25 patients.
    Messaritakis J; Kattamis C; Karabula C; Matsaniotis N · Archives of disease in childhood · 1976
    Non-randomized trial25 participantsSkin Health forBiotin
  32. Holocarboxylase synthetase deficiency: novel clinical and molecular findings.
    Tammachote R; Janklat S; Tongkobpetch S; Suphapeetiporn K; Shotelersuk V · Clinical genetics · 2010
    Case series4 participantsSkin Health forBiotin
  33. Evaluation of the anti-wrinkle effect of an ascorbic acid-loaded dissolving microneedle patch via a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study.
    Lee C; Yang H; Kim S; Kim M; Kang H; Kim N; An S; Koh J; Jung H · International journal of cosmetic science · 2017
    Randomized trial23 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  34. Comparative Study on the Outcome of Periorbital Wrinkles Treated with Laser-Assisted Delivery of Vitamin C or Vitamin C Plus Growth Factors: A Randomized, Double-blind, Clinical Trial.
    Machado BHB; Frame J; Zhang J; Najlah M · Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2021
    Randomized trial149 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  35. Randomized trial of topical ascorbic acid in DMSO versus imiquimod for the treatment of basal cell carcinoma.
    Burke B; Bailie JE · Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie · 2022
    Randomized trial25 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  36. Vitamin C improves healing of foot ulcers: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Gunton JE; Girgis CM; Lau T; Vicaretti M; Begg L; Flood V · The British journal of nutrition · 2022
    Randomized trial16 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  37. Dietary nutrient intakes and skin-aging appearance among middle-aged American women.
    Cosgrove MC; Franco OH; Granger SP; Murray PG; Mayes AE · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2007
    Cross-sectional study4,025 participantsSkin Health forVitamin C
  38. Randomized controlled trial using vitamins E and D supplementation in atopic dermatitis.
    Javanbakht MH; Keshavarz SA; Djalali M; Siassi F; Eshraghian MR; Firooz A; Seirafi H; Ehsani AH; Chamari M; Mirshafiey A · The Journal of dermatological treatment · 2011
    Randomized trial45 participantsSkin Health forVitamin E
  39. Serum vitamin E levels and chronic inflammatory skin diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Liu X; Yang G; Luo M; Lan Q; Shi X; Deng H; Wang N; Xu X; Zhang C · PloS one · 2022
    Meta-analysis20 studies pooledSkin Health forVitamin E
  40. Evidence-Based Nutritional Interventions in Wound Care.
    Saeg F; Orazi R; Bowers GM; Janis JE · Plastic and reconstructive surgery · 2021
    Systematic review2,339 participants36 studies pooledSkin Health forVitamin E Skin Health forZinc
  41. Effects of tocotrienol on aging skin: A systematic review.
    Ghazali NI; Mohd Rais RZ; Makpol S; Chin KY; Yap WN; Goon JA · Frontiers in pharmacology · 2022
    Systematic reviewSkin Health forVitamin E
  42. Carotenoids and carotenoids plus vitamin E protect against ultraviolet light-induced erythema in humans.
    Stahl W; Heinrich U; Jungmann H; Sies H; Tronnier H · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2000
    Randomized trialSkin Health forVitamin E
  43. Sex-related differences in response to zinc pyrithione shampoo vs. non-anti-dandruff shampoo.
    Collins LZ; Baines FL; Matheson JR; Turner GA; Diao Y; Li Y; Pi Y · International journal of cosmetic science · 2019
    Meta-analysis2,088 participants20 studies pooledSkin Health forZinc
  44. Maintenance of an Acidic Skin Surface with a Novel Zinc Lactobionate Emollient Preparation Improves Skin Barrier Function in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis.
    Andrew PV; Pinnock A; Poyner A; Brown K; Chittock J; Kay LJ; Cork MJ; Danby SG · Dermatology and therapy · 2024
    Cohort study23 participantsSkin Health forZinc
  45. Spatial expression of metallothionein, matrix metalloproteinase-1 and Ki-67 in human epidermal wounds treated with zinc and determined by quantitative immunohistochemistry: A randomised double-blind trial.
    Ågren MS; Chafranska L; Eriksen JO; Forman JL; Bjerrum MJ; Schjerling P; Larsen HF; Cottarelli E; Jorgensen LN; Gjerdrum LMR · European journal of cell biology · 2021
    Randomized trial30 participantsSkin Health forZinc
  46. A pilot trial using topical regular crystalline insulin vs. aqueous zinc solution for uncomplicated cutaneous wound healing: Impact on quality of life.
    Attia EA; Belal DM; El Samahy MH; El Hamamsy MH · Wound repair and regeneration : official publication of the Wound Healing Society [and] the European Tissue Repair Society · 2014
    Randomized trial90 participantsSkin Health forZinc