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CellularActive Coenzyme B-Complex

Bluebonnet
5.0
(20 ratings)
PABA 25 mg
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Score 90.0

A premium B-complex with active, coenzymated B vitamins, offering superior bioavailability and potent foundational support for skin and hair health.

Quantity: 100 Capsule(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (100 servings)
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Skin Health
Hair Health

Score 90.0

A premium B-complex with active, coenzymated B vitamins, offering superior bioavailability and potent foundational support for skin and hair health.

Quantity: 50
Analysis

This B-complex stands out due to its comprehensive use of active, coenzymated forms of B vitamins, including Thiamin (Cocarboxylase), Riboflavin (Riboflavin 5-Phosphate), Niacin (Inositol Hexaniacinate), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate), Folate (L-5-MTHF), and Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin). These forms bypass conversion steps, making them immediately available for bodily functions. It also provides a good dose of PABA (25mg) and Inositol (25mg), along with 300mcg of Biotin. All B vitamins are crucial for cellular energy, nerve function, and red blood cell formation, which are fundamental processes supporting healthy skin and hair. This product focuses on quality and bioavailability over a broad multivitamin approach, making it highly effective for its specific purpose.

Pros
  • Features active (coenzymated) forms of almost all B vitamins, ensuring superior absorption and direct utilization by the body.
  • Provides robust doses of key B vitamins (25mg/mcg each), along with 25mg PABA and 300mcg Biotin, all vital for metabolic health.
  • Exceptional for supporting energy production, nervous system function, and cellular regeneration, which are foundational for healthy skin and hair.
  • High quality formulation focuses on efficacy and bioavailability.
Cons
  • It is a B-complex, not a comprehensive multivitamin, so it does not contain other essential vitamins (A, C, D, E) or minerals (Zinc, Selenium) found in full multis.
  • May be more expensive per serving than basic B-complexes due to the use of higher-quality active forms.
Warnings
  • High doses of B vitamins can cause harmless yellow discoloration of urine, and some individuals may experience temporary flushing from niacin, though Inositol Hexaniacinate is a 'no-flush' form.
$27.16($0.27 per serving)
Daily Vita
$ 27.16
Ingredients
IngredientAmount per serving
Thiamin (Thiamine Mononitrate, Cocarboxylase) 25 mg
Riboflavin (Riboflavin 5-Phosphate, Riboflavin) 25 mg
Niacin (Niacinamide, Inositol Hexaniacinate) 25 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate) 25 mg
Folate (Folic Acid, (6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolic Acid) 600 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 250 mcg
Biotin (D-Biotin) 300 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (Calcium D-Pantothenate) 25 mg
Inositol (Inositol Hexanicotinate) 25 mg
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid 25 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Kosher Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Categories
PABA 85.0
With 25mg of PABA included in this advanced B-complex formula, it provides a meaningful and effective dose of PABA that aligns well with its benefits for hair health and overall B-vitamin synergy.
Goals
Hair Health 95.0
This B-complex is outstanding for hair health due to its potent doses and superior, active forms of Biotin (300mcg), PABA, Inositol, and all other B vitamins, which are critical for hair follicle function, growth cycles, and overall hair structure and health. It provides maximal foundational support.
Skin Health 85.0
The use of active B-vitamin forms, alongside Biotin, PABA, and Inositol, provides exceptional foundational support for skin cell metabolism, regeneration, and overall health. While lacking other targeted skin ingredients, its core contribution to cellular vitality is very strong.
88 Value

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88 Value

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88 Value

B Compleet 50

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(32 ratings)
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90 Value

Balance B-100 Complex High-Potency

Swanson
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(394 ratings)
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(75 ratings)
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87 Budget

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