A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail felt…smaller. Not dramatically and not overnight – but enough that the shedding in my shower sent me into an internet research spiral. Reddit threads, derm explainers, TikTok “miracles,” you name it, I read it.
Throughout my research, two names kept coming up: Hers and Nutrafol. One is medical, one is holistic, and both are praised for helping women with thinning hair. I tried them both. Here’s what I learned – and which one I ended up subscribing to…
Hers is a women's telehealth platform that offers access to clinical hair-loss treatments (plus support for skin, hormones, menopause, and more) via licensed medical providers. As such, they can prescribe minoxidil, the dermatologist-recommended ingredient for regrowth.
Nutrafol, on the other hand, is a wellness-driven supplement focused on supporting hair through internal balance: hormones, stress, nutrition, immune health. It’s a less medical, more holistic option.
With Hers, you fill out a short intake, upload a few photos, and a licensed provider reviews your case. I appreciated that someone with credentials evaluated my specific pattern of thinning, not just a generic quiz. Once prescribed, the gummies ship automatically on a flexible subscription.
To get Nutrafol, there’s no consultation necessary. Just click “add to cart,” check out, and wait. It’s a self-guided experience with no real medical guidance built in.
Because medical providers through Hers can prescribe treatment-grade ingredients, their approach centers on minoxidil, which has decades of clinical data supporting its ability to help promote regrowth. I was prescribed the Biotin + Minoxidil Gummy, which pairs minoxidil with biotin all in one daily gummy.
Nutrafol uses a mix of botanicals and nutrients – designed to address multiple “root causes” at once. If you’re already an adaptogen person, this will feel familiar. The downside? Results tend to be more variable and aren’t tied to one targeted, clinically proven ingredient.
Hers involved taking just one gummy a day during my trial — and now that I’m subscribed (spoiler alert!), it still feels just as doable. At $35/month, it’s accessible, sustainable, and something I actually remember to take. Knowing minoxidil is in the mix makes me feel like I’m doing something meaningful for regrowth, not just hoping for the best.
Nutrafol involved four large capsules every day. Not difficult, but definitely a commitment. I kept forgetting doses (not ideal at ~$80/month) and found it harder to stay consistent over time.
Nutrafol made my skin and nails look great, and I understand why people love it. But for actual hair changes? My results were subtle, and I honestly don’t feel confident recommending it across the board. Hers, on the other hand, was the right match for my symptoms and my routine. The medical review, the clinically backed ingredient, and – best of all – the tiny baby hairs I’m seeing now made it the clear winner. I’m subscribed and genuinely excited to stick with it (that’s a huge win!).
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