Biotin

Biotin — formally Vitamin B7, and sometimes referred to as Vitamin H from the German words for hair and skin — is a water-soluble member of the B vitamin family that plays a foundational role in cellular metabolism. It serves as an essential cofactor for carboxylase enzymes involved in critical metabolic pathways including fatty acid synthesis and amino acid catabolism. For the skin, these processes are directly linked to barrier integrity, hydration, and the production of structural proteins. A deficiency in Biotin manifests rapidly and visibly in the skin — symptoms include a scaly, inflamed rash and impaired barrier function leading to increased transepidermal water loss. These manifestations reflect Biotin’s fundamental importance in maintaining the lipid composition of the stratum corneum, the outermost skin layer that acts as the primary barrier between the body and the environment. In the context of supplementation, Biotin supports the health of all keratinized structures — skin, hair, and nails — by ensuring adequate cellular energy supply and optimal fatty acid synthesis. As a component of the SKINperfect dietary supplement, it works alongside Collagen, Q10, Panthenol, and Pycnogenol to provide a complete foundation for skin health from within — reflecting Forget About Age’s commitment to addressing skin aging holistically.