Happy Head vs Nutrafol (let's compare, shall we?)

We've been getting a ton of questions about Happy Head and Nutrafol and honestly, it's a pretty fair fight.

Both these brands focus on tackling hair loss but they go about it in different ways. If you want to weigh the power of the prescription against that of plant-based wellness then we'll share what we've learned from our research, as well as from talking to folks in the trenches.

How they work:

Happy Head is all about prescribing dermatologist created formulas to stimulate hair growth. Treatments are usually composed of combinations of FDA-approved ingredients, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride. All solutions are based on your medical history. After signing up, users are asked to fill out an extensive questionnaire, then they have a consultation with a board-certified dermatologist who builds said formula for you.

Nutrafol is kind of the last word in the holistic, supplement-first approach to treating hair loss. The platform sells capsules packed with botanicals and adaptogens. We're talking ingredients like saw palmetto, curcumin, and marine collagen particles. These are all prescription-free but you do get a wellness consultation with a licensed naturopathic doctor, plus a 'hair mineral analysis', which involves taking a sample to discover any nutrient deficiencies or other issues. Subscribers also gain access to 'Headspace', which contains stress-management tools. This won't necessarily help your hair grow back, but might benefit other parts of your body.

Effectiveness and results:

Happy Head: If you want a clinical treatment that packs a punch, we find Happy Head is hard to beat. This isn't very surprising, given that there are so many different treatments. Minoxidil, in particular, is available in 8% concentrations instead of the standard 5% offered by most platforms. As treatments are tailored to your needs, they're likely to work the first time. If they don't, subscribers can do free follow up virtual consultations with a dermatologist during treatment to tweak the formula as necessary.

Nutrafol: From talking to previous clients we found that Nutrafol is a slower burn. People tend to see less hair shedding and more thickening in three to six months, which is slower than the average time for most prescription meds. On the plus side, we haven't spoken to anyone who had any harmful side effects from taking Nutrafol products.

Effectiveness and results:

Happy Head: If you want a clinical treatment that packs a punch, we find Happy Head is hard to beat. This isn't very surprising, given that there are so many different treatments. Minoxidil, in particular, is available in 8% concentrations instead of the standard 5% offered by most platforms. As treatments are tailored to your needs, they're likely to work the first time. If they don't, subscribers can do free follow up virtual consultations with a dermatologist during treatment to tweak the formula as necessary.

Nutrafol: From talking to previous clients we found that Nutrafol is a slower burn. People tend to see less hair shedding and more thickening in three to six months, which is slower than the average time for most prescription meds. On the plus side, we haven't spoken to anyone who had any harmful side effects from taking Nutrafol products.

Cost:

Happy Head: Personalized topical solutions cost between $59 and $149 per month. Subscribers can also try standard hair treatments like oral finasteride from $22-$59 per month. Shipping is free within the USA for all orders.

Nutrafol: Prices start at $79 for one month's supply of oral capsules to treat hair loss. Further discounts are available if subscribers order three or six months' supply. Like Happy Head, shipping is free in the USA.

As we've seen, both Happy Head and Nutrafol tackle hair loss, though they have different approaches.

Neither product is particularly inexpensive compared to standard hair loss treatments like oral minoxidil. However, they both can deliver very impressive results.

If you're looking for a medical-grade, faster, and targeted hair loss solution then our recommendation is to go with Happy Head.

If you're wary of meds and don't mind waiting a little longer to see results, then Nutrafol is a strong contender. Now, what do you think? Have you used either?