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Growing beyond conventional science.
Thinning hair has multiple root causes.
Research shows that several underlying factors that affect overall health can profoundly impact your hair and everyone’s combination of causes is different.
Nutrafol targets key factors that can shorten the growth phase, delay new growth, and cause new hair to grow thinner.
Hormones
DHT sensitivity can be caused by
genetics, stress, meds, poor diet, and
toxins.
Stress
Short-term or chronic, physical
or emotional stress like a surgery
or demanding job.
Lifestyle
Refers to your surroundings, the
products you use, and foods that
you eat.
Metabolism
Influenced by inflammatory
processes, high glycemic diet,
and thyroid issues.
Nutrition
Nutrient deficiencies result from
poor diet or a compromised gut
microbiome.
Aging
The scalp loses collagen and elastin as
you age, meaning it’s not strong enough to hold
onto hair strands.
Identifying and targeting
your hair growth obstacles.
75% of Americans report increased feelings of stress in the past year (2019).
Excessive shedding or all-over thinning hair, not just at the hairline or part. You also may feel stressed or anxious, have trouble sleeping or waking up, or feel tired or wired throughout the day.
The stress hormone cortisol signals hair follicles to prematurely shift from growth to rest where the hair can no longer grow. Over time, stress can also disrupt our hormones and increase nutrient deficiencies needed for hair growth. Chronic stress can result from a demanding job, caretaking, toxic relationships, or poor sleep habits. Acute stress can be caused by events like a big move, a breakup, illness, or surgery.
The metabolism of hair growth regulators, like prostaglandins, can either help our hair grow or cause the hair follicle to shrink and stop growing. The IGF-1 gene is a growth factor necessary for a hair follicle’s normal functioning. Depending on your genetic test results, we can provide therapies that enhance the growth-promoting prostaglandins and block the growth-inhibiting ones. There are also a combination of lifestyle factors and supplements that can be used to help increase IGF-1 if necessary.
In men, a receding hairline and thinning at the crown is common while women often see hairline changes or a widening part. Women may also experience acne, unwanted facial hair growth, and irregular periods.
While genetics and lifestyle factors play a major role in men’s hair thinning, hormonal changes from motherhood, menopause, and stress are significant contributors to DHT imbalance in women.
DHT sensitivity can also be caused by aging, smoking, stress, medications, poor diet, and environmental toxins.
All-over thinning, weak and brittle hair, scalp itchiness or dryness, fatigue, food sensitivities, and a low immune system could be signs that environmental triggers are affecting your hair.
Over 100 million Americans are living with blood sugar issues.
All-over hair thinning, changes in texture or sebum production, aging, difficulty managing weight, or sensitivity to
high carb meals can indicate poor metabolism is affecting your hair.
Curcumin promotes a healthy inflammatory response to support cellular metabolism and Organic Kelp supports thyroid health. Both are essential for the energy your body needs to grow hair.
All-over thinning, brittle hair, dryness, changes in sebum, fatigue, bloating, gas, and digestive complaints can be telltale signs of compromised nutrition.
Hair thinning, coarse texture, weakened hair that grows slowly, thin skin, fine lines and wrinkles, achy joints, and brittle bones can all be signs of aging.