HAIR LOSS

Hair loss will affect more than 40% of all men and women at some point in their lives. Although the causes may be different, hair loss in both sexes has similar effects; embarrassment, loss of confidence, and for some even emotional devastation. And in case you think people are too sensitive about the issue, societal studies have shown that people with a full head of hair are treated better and with more respect than those without.

While prescription medications for hair loss can be effective, they can also be very expensive and carry a host of unwanted side effects. In response to this, many people have turned to non-prescription solutions and achieved similar, or even better, results. In addition, natural hair loss formulas contain zero side effects, and the best solutions come with a money-back guarantee - something you won't find on many prescription hair loss drugs!

When looking at different hair loss treatments, you should consider a variety of factors. Some of these include:

•  Effectiveness.  Does the hair loss product do what it claims? Does it have clinical studies to back up its effectiveness? How long must you take it before you see results?

•  Convenience.  If the hair loss treatment is too complex, you may decide to just not use it. Are you comfortable with the treatment process?

•  Cost.  How expensive is the hair loss solution, compared with similar products?

TopConsumerReviews.com has reviewed and ranked the best hair loss treatments available today. We hope you find these reviews helpful in restoring your full head of hair!

PROVILLUS

Cost:

$49 - one-month supply $33/month with 6-month purchase (comes with money-back guarantee)

 

Provillus is the best product we've found to treat hair loss. The formula has been around for over 15 years and has been recommended by doctors. The overall satisfaction rate is extremely high and most people see results very quickly, as soon as 3-4 weeks, or less.

Over 90% of hair loss cases are caused by a hormonal byproduct called dihydrotestostrone - DHT for short. DHT retards and shrinks hair follicles until they no longer grow hair. The Provillus formula blocks DHT and supplies your body with the proper nutrients to save your hair follicles and regrow thick, beautiful hair.

The Provillus treatment combines a topical liquid and an herbal supplement. The topical solution contains 5% Minoxidil, which is the only FDA-approved topical ingredient clinically proven to regrow hair in both men and women. The oral supplement delivers nutritional building blocks to your body that enable the growth of healthy, full-bodied hair. Together, these formulas make a powerful combination that works to restore your hair from both the inside and the outside.

One feature that we especially like, is that Provillus offers separate formulas for both men and women. The causes for hair loss differ by gender, and so it follows that the best solutions are those that are developed with that in mind. Provillus is one of the only hair growth treatments we found that take these differences into consideration.

Available without prescription, Provillus is an all-natural hair growth product with no known side effects. It can be ordered either online or by phone through a 1-800 number. Provillus also offers two months free with a four-month purchase. This is an outstanding value and an opportunity to try the product for an extended period of time at a significant savings.

Another great characteristic about Provillus is its generous 90-day money-back guarantee. If for any reason you are not happy with the product, you can send back any unused and unopened packaging and receive a refund of your purchase price - no questions asked.

Provillus is a powerful solution to fight hair loss with a proven track record of success. The effectiveness of their male- and female- specific formulas, along with their confident money-back guarantee, earn Provillus our highest rating.

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NISIM F.A.S.T. SYSTEM

After 20 years of research on hair growth, Nisim International developed F.A.S.T. - Fortified Amino Scalp Therapy. The product has been clinically proven to control excessive hair loss and regrow hair.

The FAST hair growth system consists of a specially formulated shampoo, conditioner, and oral supplements. The shampoo and conditioner are made with a proprietary blend of vitamins and amino acids, and work to increase your hair growth by up to 45%. The supplements work to fight hair loss by providing necessary acids, proteins, vitamins and minerals to promote healthy hair growth from within the body. There are no side effects with F.A.S.T.

Nisim offers an unlimited, unconditional money back guarantee. If for any reason you are not satisfied with the product, you can return the unused portion for a full refund of your purchase price.

While you can expect to see hair growth with the F.A.S.T. system, you won't find the same rate of effectiveness as our top-rated products. Still, the product earns high marks for a balanced approach and generous return policy. If you're looking for a solution to fight hair loss that combines a topical shampoo/conditioner with an internal supplement, the Nisim F.A.S.T. system is a very good product.

PROFOLLICA

ProFollica provides a three step approach to regrow hair for both men and women. Designed to address the most common cause of hair loss, ProFollica addresses DHT levels both inside and outside the body. The kit includes shampoo, lotion and supplements.

How does it work? Ingredients in the shampoo and lotion reduce DHT levels on the scalp. They also reduce scalp dryness and stimulate new hair growth. Hair follicles are revitalized and able to start producing hair that is thicker and healthier. The nutritional supplement creates and maintains proper health of hair follicles.

ProFollica offers a fair but tricky return policy. If you see no results after 60 days you have one week to return the unused portion and a full refund will be provided minus taxes and shipping costs. After day 67 – you are completely out of luck.

Overall, we liked the three part system to resolving hair loss. We thought that the price was fair for the amount of product received and the overall claims of effectiveness. We would have liked ProFollica to be more forthcoming with the ingredients in all three products as it’s important for those that have skin sensitivities or allergies to be aware. And though the product is generally effective, the return policy is too stringent.

ADVECIA

Advecia is an herbal supplement designed to fight hair loss offered by Progressive Health, which is a privately held nutraceutical company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. The website does a very good job of explaining different types of hair loss, as well as providing answers to several commonly asked questions. They go to great lengths to explain their five step manufacturing process, and take a lot of pride in the purity of their products.

The active ingredients in Advecia are two amino acids; L-lysine, which inhibits 5-alpha-reductase and L-Arginine, which increases the nitric oxide to promote new hair growth. You take four tablets each day; two before breakfast and two before dinner. Since the tablets contain all natural ingredients, there are no known side effects. Most customers achieved some degree of hair growth results between 30-60 days of taking Advecia.

The company offers a full refund if you are not completely satisfied with Advecia. Just return the empty and unused bottles within 180 days, for your money back, no questions asked.

Advecia is a decent product in the crowded field of hair loss treatments. If you have tried other options without success, Advecia should be on your list. With a 180-day refund policy, you've got nothing to lose.

REGROW PLUS

ReGrow Plus is a product added to water or juice and swallowed daily. This all natural herbal product is made up of approximately seven herbs used to address some of the causes of hair loss but not DHT levels. Results are visible after two or more months. The manufacturer also highly suggests adding a second product to your regimen for better results called ReGrowth Scalp Massage Oil.

ReGrow Plus claims the product promotes healthy hair growth by improving blood supply and circulation to the hair follicles and scalp. It also provides for a better functioning thyroid and hormonal balance in the body. Hair is stronger and healthier as well as nails. The product ingredients include the following herbs: Ginkgo biloba, Rosmarinus officinale, Xanthoxylum clavaherculis, Equisetum arvense, Achillea millifolium and Avena sativa.

The return policy is generally impressive. If not satisfied after 30 days you may return the product for full money back, minus shipping, up to one year from original order placement. However, don't order too much. A restocking fee is associated on “large” orders.

Overall, like many herbal treatments you have to try and see. If the cause of your hair loss is associated with circulatory issues, blood flow, and a hormonal imbalance ReGrow Plus may be a good option for you. While we didn't like the idea of having to purchase an additional product to grow hair we thought the return policy was pretty fair and allowed enough time to actually determine if it was working or not.

PROFINAST

Profinast is an herbal supplement designed to reverse male pattern baldness and address DHT levels. The manufacturer compares Profinast to the FDA approved Finasteride (prescription drug used to treat male pattern baldness) in it’s effectiveness but without the cost, risk or side effects of a prescription drug.

Profinast is designed to block DHT formation, reverse hair shrinkage, improve blood supply, and promote re-growth through the twice a day supplement. Ingredients in the supplement include B6, Bioten, Magnesium, Zinc, Saw, and a proprietary blend of nettle, pumpkin, Eleuthero Root, etc.

We like how Profinast clearly laid out what the consumer could expect in hopes of reducing dissatisfaction and false expectations. Profinast states expectations should generally be:

•  Day 7:  No additional hair loss

•  Day 14:  No more hair shrinkage

•  Day 90:  Visible hair growth

•  Day 365:  Reversal of baldness and normal hair growth.

However, the return policy only provides a money back guarantee within 60 days for a full refund minus shipping. You must return all bottles to the manufacturer and notify them via phone. Given that Profinast says it takes 90 days to visibly see hair growth we felt this was contradictory. How can we know we’re dissatisfied within 60 days?

Overall, we liked the clear expectations and ingredients list Profinast provides. However, we felt the return policy was a little unfair given that we can't anticipate visible results for 90 days. We’d suggest a higher ranked product to provide a higher level of satisfaction.

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PROPECIA

Propecia offers effective hair growth for men with mild to moderate male pattern baldness on the top and middle front of the head. Over 50% of those who have tried Propecia have benefited to some degree. While Propecia has had good results for many, you need to be aware of the side effects and cost.

A prescription is required for Propecia, an FDA approved hair growth drug designed only for men. In fact, the ingredients of Propecia are so potent that the FDA says neither women nor children should even be permitted to touch it. The drug helps reduce DHT levels that are the main cause of most hair loss in men. As with many prescription drugs you have accompanying side effects. For Propecia that includes:

•  fainting

•  sexual dysfunction

•  skin rash

•  pain in the testicles

•  abnormal ejaculation

•  swelling in the hands or feet

•  dizziness, weakness

Also, pregnant women are not to handle Propecia as it can cause gender problems and birth defects in unborn children.

You also need to be aware that at this price you’re making a big commitment. If you stop using Propecia, you will return to losing your hair.  Indefinitely using Propecia can add up to a significant expense as well as a long time of potential side effects.

Overall, we like the odds that Propecia will help hair growth in male pattern baldness. However, the price tag as well as potential side effects are significant concerns. Also, as with all prescription medications there is no satisfaction guarantee whatsoever. We recommend trying a higher ranked, less expensive treatment first, before choosing Propecia.

HAIR MAX MD

Hair Max MD has produced a hair loss tonic for both men and women that if applied to the impacted area twice daily and 12 hours apart is supposed to regrow hair and stop hair loss. Hair Max MD does a bad job of laying out consumer expectations of when the regrowth should occur. Despite the vague expectations, Hair Max MD is priced higher than other tonics, on our list, at $67.00 per month.

Hair Max MD tonic is an all natural product designed to stop hair loss and promote regrowth. The ingredients list include flower pollen extract that has been shown to slow down hair loss, Vitamin E that may prevent hair loss, Tea Tree oil which can unblock hair follicles, Zinc which can be a deficiency in many experiencing hair loss, and Biotin which improves hair appearance. Not only is Hair Max MD vague about expectations they also do not promote confidence when describing the ingredients list.

The return policy is a 90 day money back guarantee from the date shipped to you. It does not cover shipping costs and reduces the refund by 15% for a restocking fee.

All in all we couldn't find any good reason to purchase Hair Max MD unless you like wasting your money on products that may or may not work or have an affinity for experiments. Save your hard earned money for a product that is ranked higher on our list.