How It Works

• Genetic Testing: Customers provide a DNA sample, typically through a cheek swab. This sample is analyzed to identify specific genetic markers linked to hair loss and its response to various treatments.
• Lifestyle Assessment: A comprehensive questionnaire is completed by the customer, gathering information about their lifestyle, medical history, and hair loss experiences.
• Personalized Treatment Formulation: The genetic data and lifestyle information are combined to develop a customized topical treatment. This treatment is formulated with ingredients specifically tailored to address the individual's genetic predispositions and lifestyle factors.
• Treatment Delivery: The personalized topical treatment is delivered directly to the customer for regular application.
• Get results: It takes only 30 seconds to apply your topical once a day, and some customers start seeing noticeable results in as little as three months. However, the best results can be achieved after consistent use for six months. No medical treatments come with a guarantee.

The genetic test analyzes biomarkers across:

• Circulation / Blood flow: Hair follicles are living tissue and need a steady supply of nutrients from blood flow to remain healthy.
• Inflammation: Improper management of inflammation is the root cause of many problems in our bodies and it can play a big role in hair loss.
• Androgenic Effect: Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is the primary hormone responsible for hair loss. In individuals with androgenetic alopecia, hair follicles become progressively more sensitive to the effects of androgens, particularly dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is derived from testosterone. The interaction between androgens and susceptible hair follicles leads to a process called miniaturization.
• Collagen Synthesis: Collagen provides structural support to the skin, including the scalp, where the hair follicles reside. It helps maintain the integrity and elasticity of the scalp, which is important for healthy hair growth. Collagen also contributes to the strength and flexibility of the hair itself.
• Insulin-Like Growth Factor Metabolism: Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF) metabolism may play a role in hair loss, as IGF-1, in particular, has been implicated in the regulation of hair growth and follicle function. Hair growth occurs in cycles, consisting of growth (anagen), regression (catagen), and rest (telogen) phases. IGF-1 has been shown to be involved in the regulation of these hair growth cycles.
• Prostaglandin Metabolism: Prostaglandins and hair follicle function: Prostaglandins, particularly certain types such as prostaglandin D2 (PGD2) and prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), have been found to play a role in regulating hair follicle function.

Treatment Options

While your specific treatment will be custom-made based on your test results, two or more of the following ingredients will be used:

• Tretinoin
• Vitamin D
• Cetirizine
• Minoxidil
• Dutasteride
• Latanoprost
• Finasteride
• Melatonin
• Caffeine
• Spironolactone

Pricing

The cost for the Roots by Genetic Arts hair-loss treatment is pretty straightforward:

• Genetic Test (One-time purchase): $219
• Custom Topical (Monthly shipments): $129