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What Is Hair Growth Complex?

Hair growth complexes have become increasingly popular supplements. Hair growth complex is a vitamin for the hair. It is generally very safe and easy to take.

  1. Hair

    • Look under a microscope at hair. You'll see there are three layers: the cuticle, medulla and cortex. Each layers is made of dead protein.

    Growth

    • Hair grows and rests. During a transitional stage, growth stops and the outer root sheath shrinks and attaches to the root of the hair, according to Dr. Heather Brannon.

    Deficiencies

    • Aging and medical or genetic conditions can cause hair loss. Such conditions can cause a lack of vitamins. Women lacking any of the vitamins necessary for hair growth may want to consider taking a hair growth complex.

    Types

    • Promote hair growth by taking a complex containing protein, suggests registered dietitian Andrea Giancoli. Look for vitamin A and selenium in the ingredients, which are important minerals for the scalp, the root of hair growth, suggests Clara Burton, a professional with 10 years working with health food and supplements. Settle only for a complex containing biotin, which nourishes the hair with the moisture it needs to grow.

    Expert Insight

    • Use a hair growth complex to encourage hair growth. "Taking a hair growth complex is like not putting your eggs all in one basket if you don't know what you're lacking," Burton explains.

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