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I came across biotin b complex shampoo..is biotin safe to use as i've read the side effects of biotin and its dangerous.

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Dr. Bob Ourian answered

Yes: Yes, it's safe to use although i don't think it will do much good as a shampoo.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 8/23/2014

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