With so many anti-hair-loss supplements on the market, it's best to have an objective framework rather than relying on packaging. Here are the criteria worth reviewing, and how we approach them at HAIRNSHAPE.
Formula Completeness
Rather than relying on a single active ingredient, a complete formula combines several nutrients that act at different stages of hair growth: sulphur-containing amino acids, B vitamins, zinc, iron, and antioxidants. This is the approach we follow to address the various factors that can slow down growth.
Dosage Transparency
A good supplement clearly states the amount of each active ingredient per serving, not just a list of ingredients. This makes it possible to check consistency with recommended daily allowances, rather than relying on a general promise.
EFSA-Regulated Claims
Certain active ingredients (zinc, selenium, and biotin in particular) benefit from health claims approved by the European Food Safety Authority, which recognises their contribution to the maintenance of normal hair. Relying on these recognised ingredients is a mark of seriousness that goes beyond marketing language.
Manufacturing and Traceability
The place of manufacture, quality controls, and traceability of raw materials are all things worth checking before buying any formula — HAIRNSHAPE included — as they determine how consistent a product is from one batch to the next.
Recommended Course Length
The hair cycle is slow. An effective course is measured in months, not days: that's why we recommend a course of several months, renewable as needed, to give new hairs time to settle into the growth phase.
Our Recommendation
Whatever product you're considering, apply this same framework: complete formula, transparent dosages, approved claims, traceable manufacturing, multi-month course. This is the standard we aim to uphold for our own formulas.
Find the details of our formula on the Vibrant Hair Vitamins page, and discover all our active ingredients on the Ingredients page.
This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. If in doubt, consult a doctor, dermatologist, or pharmacist.