Mineral education · EFSA-reviewed

Selenium, zinc and normal hair — what the science documents

Two trace elements, three claims authorised by EFSA. No miracle cures, no overstatement — only reviewed facts about selenium and zinc and their contribution to the maintenance of normal hair and nails.

Se · Zn

Selenium and zinc — trace elements with a documented contribution

Three aspects that frame this information offering.

Hair & selenium

Selenium is a trace element present in the body in small amounts. EFSA has scientifically assessed and confirmed its contribution to the maintenance of normal hair.

Nails & selenium

Besides the contribution to normal hair, selenium also has an EFSA-reviewed contribution to the maintenance of normal nails. Both statements are officially authorised.

Reviewed, not promised

Every statement on this page rests on health claims authorised under EU Regulation No. 432/2012 — no interpretation of our own, no marketing language.

Claims authorised under EU regulation

The following statements have been assessed by EFSA and are officially authorised in the EU.

Selenium (Se)
„Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.“
Under Regulation (EU) No 432/2012
Selenium (Se)
„Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal nails.“
Under Regulation (EU) No 432/2012
Zinc (Zn)
„Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.“
Under Regulation (EU) No 432/2012

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Selenium, zinc & normal hair

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