Comment · Wed, August 4, 2021 · ND Owner
NA-R-ALA and Hair Loss
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lobster_lover · 7 points
I see a lot of companies selling their R-ALA/NA-R-ALA products 'optimized' with Biotin. It seems many people believe hair loss/brittle nails is a side effect of R-ALA and that biotin can mitigate these side effects.
I'm having trouble finding any evidence supporting or refuting this. Does anyone have knowledge or experience with this?
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lobster_lover · 1 points
Interesting. I have been told not to take biotin supplements since investing in laser hair removal. Is it known if biotin promotes new hair growth or if it just strengthens existing hair? I see conflicting information out there about this topic.
u/MisterYouAreSoDumb · ND Owner
Yeah, that is a side effect of too much biotin. The issue is that many supplements are at 10,000mcg dosing, which is super high. I think those are what most people get acne from. I think 1,000mcg or lower is probably a better idea. Also, biotin promotes the growth and thickness of existing hair. Not sure it actually promotes new growth where it wasn't before.