Hair Vitamins for Children

Hair Vitamins for Children
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Having healthy, strong and hydrated hair is important as you do not want your hair to become dry or brittle. Children may experience unhealthy hair as they may not be educated enough about keeping it healthy. Vitamins A, H and E will assist in ensuring your child's hair is healthy.

Vitamin E

Vitamin E, a fat-soluble vitamin. contains antioxidant properties and comes with eight different isomers, says the Mayo Clinic. It may help in reducing the chances of health conditions such as heart disease and cancer because of its antioxidant properties. Vitamin E can help keep children's hair safe from free radicals that can cause damage. Vitamin E builds capillaries in the body and helps to enhance the formation of blood flow in the scalp, promoting hair growth in children, according to Natural News.

Vitamin A

Vitamin A helps to form and keep teeth, soft tissue and mucous membranes healthy. It greatly improves vision, according to MedlinePlus. Vitamin A for is involved in promoting healthy hair, according to Dr. George Obikoya. Also, vitamin A enhances sebum production, which is a natural oil that keeps your hair hydrated while it grows.

Vitamin H (Biotin)

Vitamin H, which is found in many cosmetic products, helps to strengthen the hair. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, evidence suggests that biotin supplements can help in reducing the chances of your child experiencing brittle, thin or dry hair. Vitamin H, when combined with topical clobetasol propionate and zinc, can help in fighting off alopecia, a condition that leads to partial or complete hair loss,

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Article reviewed by Anita Crone Last updated on: Jul 30, 2010

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