Biotin (vitamin B7) is a haircare star, vital for healthy hair, nails, and skin. A deficiency can cause thinning and breakage, making biotin shampoos and conditioners a go-to for growth and thickness. I tested top products for hair thickening, growth, and gentleness, rating them 1-5. Here’s the rundown:
Top Picks:
- Hask Biotin Shampoo – Best for hair loss with biotin, collagen, and caffeine. Sulfate-free, it boosts growth and volume. (4.5/5, 4/5, 4.5/5)
- R+Co Dallas Thickening Biotin Shampoo – Ideal for African American hair with DHT-blocking saw palmetto and coconut oil. Pricey but worth it. (4.5/5, 4/5, 4.5/5)
- Mill Creek Biotin Shampoo – Gentle for sensitive scalps with peppermint and argan oil. Less potent for growth. (4.5/5, 4/5, 4.5/5)
- OGX Thick & Full Biotin & Collagen Shampoo – Budget-friendly, volumizing with collagen and wheat protein. Sulfate-free.
- Maple Holistics Biotin Shampoo – Great for dandruff and damaged hair with rosemary and tea tree oils. DHT blockers included.
- Hask Biotin Boost Thickening Conditioner – Curly hair favorite with shea butter and caffeine. Sulfate-free.
- Maple Holistics Natural Biotin Conditioner – Repairs curly hair with argan oil and collagen. Not for fine hair.
- Osensia Thickening Biotin Conditioner – Hydrates dry hair with silk protein and vitamins. Lacks volume boost.
- Suave Professionals Biotin Infusion Conditioner – Affordable, reduces breakage by 97%. Light for fine hair.
- Renpure Biotin & Collagen Conditioner – Eco-friendly, nourishing with argan oil. Heavy for fine hair.
Why Biotin? It boosts keratin production, strengthening hair and reducing loss. Look for sulfate-free formulas with extras like coconut oil or DHT blockers for best results, especially for black, curly hair.
