Life Extension Hair, Skin & Nails, Collagen Plus Formula, 120 Tablets supplement bottle
Life Extension

Hair, Skin & Nails, Collagen Plus Formula, 120 Tablets

What We Researched
10 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 3 brand certifications checked · 2 retailers compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
85
Product Score Good
86
Brand Score Good

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Niacin (as niacinamide) 18 mg* 113%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 2 mg 118%
Biotin 2500 mcg 8333%
Pantothenic acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) 13.68 mg 274%
Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) 83 mg 6%
Zinc (as zinc oxide) 15 mg 136%
Copper (as copper sulfate) 1.65 mg 183%
VERISOL® Bioactive Collagen Peptides 2500 mg **
Cynatine® HNS (providing solubilized keratin) 500 mg **
Silicon [from std. bamboo extract (stem leaf), silicon dioxide] 3 mg **
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Niacin (as niacinamide) Good
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) Good
  • Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) Fair
  • Zinc (as zinc oxide) Poor
  • Copper (as copper sulfate) Fair
  • VERISOL® Bioactive Collagen Peptides Good
  • Cynatine® HNS (providing solubilized keratin) Fair
  • Silicon [from std. bamboo extract (stem leaf), silicon dioxide] Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Croscarmellose Sodium
  • Stearic Acid
  • Vegetable Stearate
  • Aqueous film coating (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Glycerin, Purified water)
Efficacy Very Good

Dosage Analysis

  • Niacin (as niacinamide) 18 mg* Effective
  • Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 2 mg Effective
  • Biotin 2500 mcg Effective
  • Pantothenic acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) 13.68 mg Effective
  • Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) 83 mg Under-dosed
  • Zinc (as zinc oxide) 15 mg Effective
  • Copper (as copper sulfate) 1.65 mg Effective
  • VERISOL® Bioactive Collagen Peptides 2500 mg Effective
  • Silicon [from std. bamboo extract (stem leaf), silicon dioxide] 3 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Niacin (as niacinamide) 18 mg* 113%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) 2 mg 118%
Biotin 2500 mcg 8333%
Pantothenic acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) 13.68 mg 274%
Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) 83 mg 6%
Zinc (as zinc oxide) 15 mg 136%
Copper (as copper sulfate) 1.65 mg 183%
VERISOL® Bioactive Collagen Peptides 2500 mg **
Cynatine® HNS (providing solubilized keratin) 500 mg **
Silicon [from std. bamboo extract (stem leaf), silicon dioxide] 3 mg **

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Croscarmellose Sodium Safe

Helps tablets break apart and dissolve quickly in the stomach.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Vegetable Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to equipment.

Aqueous film coating (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Glycerin, Purified water) Unknown

Price Comparison

Price History

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Brand Trust Report
Life Extension

Founded 1980 · Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA · 352 products · lifeextension.com

Certifications

3 certifications
Consumerlab Verified Source
Fda Gmp Inspections Verified Source
Nsf Gmp Verified Source

Transparency

4 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Source
Coa Availability — Verified Source
Testing Lab Disclosure — Claimed

Violation History

2 incidents
Prop 65 Lead2018-04-13Source
Fda Warning Making drug claims for dietary supplements, suggesting they can treat, mitigate, or prevent diseases such as breast cancer and Alzheimer's.2017-02-01Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Life Extension Hair, Skin & Nails a good supplement?

Life Extension Hair, Skin & Nails, Collagen Plus Formula, 120 Tablets received a product quality score of 85/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 10 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. Of the 5 inactive ingredients, 4 are rated safe and 0 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Life Extension, holds a brand trust score of 86/100 with 3 verified certifications including Consumerlab, Fda Gmp Inspections, Nsf Gmp.

What are the ingredients in Life Extension Hair, Skin & Nails?

Life Extension Hair, Skin & Nails contains 10 active ingredients: Niacin (as niacinamide) (18 mg*), Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl) (2 mg), Biotin (2500 mcg), Pantothenic acid (as D-calcium pantothenate) (13.68 mg), Calcium (as dicalcium phosphate) (83 mg), Zinc (as zinc oxide) (15 mg), and 4 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Biotin at 8333% DV, Pantothenic acid at 274% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

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Life Extension Hair, Skin & Nails, Collagen Plus Formula, 120 Tablets has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

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