How Hair Vitamins Can Help Fill Nutritional Gaps
A holistic approach to hair
Just like physical health is a multi-factor journey that includes diet, exercise, mindfulness, and understanding your genetics, so is hair health. We’re big believers in a well-rounded lifestyle so your hair (and everything else about you) can feel and look its best. That means eating all those aforementioned nutrients, clocking in regular workouts, and making time for self-care (including scalp massages!). They’re all supplements to make a whole.
But let’s face it. Sometimes you want French fries and wine over a workout and green smoothie. Or you’re way too stressed out to meditate. Or too bogged down with deadlines to get in a workout. It’s difficult to stay on-point 24/7. That’s where hair vitamins can be useful and why we created Root Source™, supplements with hair-healthy nutrients conveniently contained in two plant-based capsules.
The science behind Root Source™ hair supplements
We worked closely with a team of scientists to create a GMO-free, gluten-free supplement made with ingredients shown to promote a balanced scalp, encourage hair growth, fight shedding, and boost shine and thickness. Best of all, it’s packed with plenty of ingredients found in nature, including wheat, turmeric, sesame seeds, and California Wild Grape*.
To ensure Root Source™ was up to the task, our proprietary hair vitamin base blend made of millet seed extract, wheat, and coriander oil was tested through a 12-week clinical study of 60 women (the full formula includes other ingredients tailored to your unique hair needs).
Here’s a primer on each all-star ingredient:
- Millet: Grown on small family farms in France that prioritize sustainable practices, our millet has been shown to stimulate the hair follicle and strengthen its hold, or anchorage, in the skin*.
- Wheat: Our gluten-free wheat extract is loaded with phytoceramides that can help tackle dryness, lock in moisture, and nourish the skin for cell renewal*.
- Coriander Oil: Extracted through a gentle process without the use of solvent, coriander oil has been shown to protect sensory neurons at the skin level that can be made more reactive by geo-aggressors like smoke and carbon oxides*.
The proof was in the numbers. After six weeks, the women noticed less scalp dryness and that their hair was significantly shinier and healthier. After 12 weeks, 91% of the participants saw a reduction in hair loss and 75% noticed an increase in shine and softness. We saw the same impact in ex vivo lab studies, with millet stimulating cell growth in the hair follicle bulb while boosting hydration in the skin and coriander oil creating a barrier to fortify the scalp*. (Keep in mind that if you’re under medical treatment or experiencing androgenic alopecia, we recommend consulting a doctor before taking supplements.)
Just like a proper diet, regular exercise, and good sleep are key to a healthy lifestyle, hair vitamins can be another essential element of your health toolkit. But for all those times when you can’t be on your A-game, Root Source™ is an easy way to help fill the gaps. It’s about adding it alongside your other healthy habits to ensure you’re getting the best out of your hair and the best out of you.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
