biotin

noun

bi·o·tin ˈbī-ə-tən

: a colorless crystalline growth vitamin C₁₀H₁₆N₂O₃S of the vitamin B complex found especially in yeast, liver, and egg yolk

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The thickening shampoos and conditioners are formulated with argan oil, biotin, collagen, keratin and saw palmetto. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 Glycerin and hyaluronic acid draw in moisture to tame frizz, while pea peptide and biotin further condition and smooth strands. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026 Thanks to a blend of peptides, biotin, green tea extract, amino acids, and antioxidants, expect strengthened, conditioned brows over time. — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2026 Avoid excessive buildup and use products with growth actives like biotin. — Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for biotin

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Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary, from Greek biotos life, sustenance; akin to Greek bios

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1936, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of biotin was in 1936

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biotin

noun

bi·o·tin ˈbī-ə-tən

: a growth vitamin of the vitamin B complex found especially in yeast, liver, and egg yolk

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biotin

noun

bi·o·tin ˈbī-ət-ən

: a colorless crystalline growth vitamin C₁₀H₁₆N₂O₃S of the vitamin B complex found especially in yeast, liver, and egg yolk

called also vitamin H

biotin

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