Folifort is a dietary supplement that provides the scalp with the nutrients it needs to support healthy follicle growth by providing studied ingredients, including saw palmetto, antioxidants, and minerals to rejuvenate the scalp and protect follicles at their roots. As a bonus, Folifort is said to work equally well in both men and women. This all sounds amazing. But does Folifort actually deliver? In this honest review discover the facts you need to know to help you make the right purchase decision.
What Does Folifort Mean?
The name is pretty clever because it gives you the impression that the ingredients in Folifort will surround your hair follicles and protect them like a military fort protects soldiers and other valuable assets.
Hair Loss and Gray Hair Statistics
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss. Anything – pregnancy, medications, hormones, etc. – that causes someone to lose hair is referred to as alopecia. The most common type of hair loss and baldness is called Androgenetic alopecia which affects about 40% of women by the age of 70 and 50% of men by the age of fifty. And while most people are concerned with the loss of hair on the scalp, alopecia can occur anywhere on the body, such as the arms or legs or even genitals. Equally physiologically devastating to people is the premature loss of hair pigment. By the age of 50, about 50% of people will see about half of their hair turn gray or white.
Types of Hair loss
There are six main types of hair loss. They are:
- Alopecia areata: the second most common type of hair loss. Hair is lost in patches
- Scarring alopecia: this type of hair loss is called by a scar on the skin that obliterates hair follicles.
- Frontal fibrosing alopecia: hair loss that begins in the front of the scalp. It may be related to menopause. However, its cause is not fully understood
- Diffuse alopecia: hair loss all over the scalp. It may be reversible with treatment
- Universal alopecia: triggered by an autoimmune condition like hypothyroidism. The immune system attacks hair follicles, causing them to die off.
- Androgenic alopecia: Also known as male pattern baldness. This is the most common type of hair loss in men and women.
If Folifort really is effective, how well it works would depend on the type of hair loss you are experiencing.
The Hair Growth Cycle
Hair goes through three phases during its life
- Growth phase (also called the anagen phase)
- Resting phase (also called the catagen phase)
- Shedding phase (also called the telogen phase)
Most people would like to stay in the growth and resting phases and put off the telogen phase for as long as possible. The ingredients in Folifort are chosen to arrest the shedding phase of hair loss and activate the growth and stabilize the resting phases of the hair health cycle.
How Do You Take Folifort?
The directions call for taking two capsules each day after eating dinner. Take Folifort with a full glass of water. If you happen to miss a day, no worries. Just continue with the normal schedule the next day. It”s not recommended to double up on the dosage if you forget and miss a day. Taking Folifort more frequently won't make it work any faster and in some people, may trigger unwanted side effects.
How Much Does It Cost? Price Information
Prices may be different when you read this, so see the official company website for current prices. At the time this review was created, there were three buying options:
- 1 bottle $69 (will last 1 month/ plus $6.95 shipping)
- 3 bottles $177 (90-day supply/ each bottle costs $59)
- 6 bottles $294 (will last 6 months /each bottle costs $49)
Free shipping is included with both the three and six-month purchase options. If you choose to buy just one bottle, expect to pay $6.95 extra for shipping.
Folifort Sold At Walmart?
At this time, the supplement may not be available locally at stores such as Walmart, Costco, Kroger, Wholefoods, Walgreens, Rite Aid, Target, or at Vitamin Shoppe or GNC. The only way to purchase is online directly from the official, secure company website.
Supplements that bear the name Folifort may be found on Amazon and eBay and elsewhere however, if you look closely at the sellers, you may see that they are not associated with the company. For example, one company selling Folifort on Amazon, called Nutriexpress, sells a supplement that looks similar but a close look at the ingredients reveals the first thing listed in the proprietary blend is DMAE. The official version does not contain this substance. Dimethylethanolamine (DMAE) was originally a prescription drug used to treat ADHD and mood disorders. There's no proof DMAE supports hair growth. Bottom line: beware of counterfeit versions of Folifort.
Who Makes Folifort?
Here's where things get a little blurry. The address listed on the bottles is 4604 49th St N # 67, Saint Petersburg, FL 33709-3842. This is the same address on file with the Better Business Bureau. Another business that shares this address is TLC World Wide Shipping Center. This may be the company that sends Folifort to customers. The official website states that the creator of the Folifort is a woman named Alma F. But who is she? What is Alma's last name? Being known for one name only is fine for celebrities such as Cher, Prince, and Ye; however, it gives the impression of non-transparency when it comes to the inventor of a dietary supplement company.
Contact Folifort Customer Support
The company offers the flexibility of two convenient ways to contact Folifort customer service:
- email: support@folifort.com
- phone 844-717-7556
How Long Until It Starts To Work?
Hair growth takes time, even when you give it some help. Even Minoxidil doesn't work overnight. Consider that in healthy people, hair grows at a rate of about 0.35 mm per day. That's 0.014 inches. Putting it another way, it takes about a month for your hair to grow a one-half inch. Normally, hair grows about 6 inches per year. So you get the point – hair growth occurs slowly. While, in theory, you might take notice if your hair grew a half inch of growth in a month, this might not be enough time to properly test drive the effectiveness of Folifort. As such, it's suggested to give it at least 3 months.
Is Folifort FDA Approved?
Generally, companies that make supplements do not have to ask the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for their permission before a supplement is sold to the public. This means that the FDA doesn't approve dietary supplements. The only instance where prior authorization would be required is if a supplement contained what the FDA calls a New Dietary Ingredient (NDI). This is a substance that had not previously been sold as a supplement before the year 1994. If a supplement contains an NDI, the company selling it, needs to provide proof to the FDA that it is safe for us to take. The important thing to know is that Folifort capsules contain only ingredients that have a long track record of use in dietary supplements. Therefore no approval by the FDA is needed.
FoliFort Clinical Testing
The woman behind the supplement – Alma F – claims that Folifort has undergone “years of research and testing.” However, no clinical studies on the Folifort supplement can be located. To be fair, this is also true for many other supplements as well. Many companies utilize clinically studied ingredients rather than doing clinical testing on their supplements. Because of this, we need to evaluate the effectiveness of Folifort ingredients to get a better idea of how it works and whether it really works or not.
Folifort Supplement Facts Label
Taking two capsules a day (the recommended dose) provides these nutrients.
| Ingredient | Amount | |
| Vitamin A (beta-carotene) | 120 mcg RAE | 13% |
| Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) | 120 mg | 133% |
| Calcium (calcium carbonate) | 80mg | 6% |
| Iron (ferrous fumarate) | 14.5 mg | 81% |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 20 mcg | 100% |
| Vitamin E (DL alpha-tocopherol) | 14 mg | 93% |
| Vitamin B1 (thiammine mononitrate) | 6 mg | 500% |
| Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine HCL) | 8 mg | 471% |
| Folic acid | 880 mcg | 367% |
| Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) | 12 mcg | 500% |
| Biotin | 600 mcg | 2000% |
| Vitamin B5 (D-calcium pantothenate) | 30 mg | 600% |
| Magnesium (magnesium oxide) | 120mg | 29% |
| Zinc oxide | 7 mg | 64% |
| Manganese | 4 mg | 174% |
| Potassium (potassium gluconate) | 12 mg | <1% |
| Proprietary Blend | 409 mg | N/A |
| PABA | ||
| L-tyrosine | ||
| Horsetail extract | ||
| Fo-ti (polygonum multiform) | ||
| Bamboo extract | ||
| Nettle root | ||
| Peony root | ||
| Spirulina | ||
| Saw palmetto | ||
| Glycine max plant sterols (seed) | ||
| Alfalfa (medicago sativa) | ||
| Barley grass |
Folifort contains a lot of ingredients – 28 ingredients total – and while that's nice, there's one thing about the supplement facts label to take notice of. It's wrong. The order of the ingredients is listed incorrectly. Per FDA guidelines, ingredients must be listed in descending order, with the heaviest ingredients listed first. In other words, ingredients in milligrams (mg) weigh more than ingredients in micrograms (mcg). So amounts in mg should be listed before mcg. But that's not what we see. For example, on the supplement facts label, folic acid (880 mcg / 0.8 mg) is listed before vitamin B5 (30 mg). The company needs to fix this error.
Folifort Key ingredients
There are likely healthy hair clinical studies on all of the ingredients in Folifort if you look deep enough, and deficiencies in some of those ingredients can lead to hair loss (alopecia) too. However, some of the ingredients in the supplement stand out more than others. Let's look at what this reporter feels are the active ingredients.
Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) refers to a small tree that grows in the South East portion of the United States. Of all the reasons it has been tested over the years, those ailments that rank at the top of the list are excessive prostate growth and hair growth. In a review article that included 7 clinical investigations of people with alopecia hair loss, saw palmetto was demonstrated to improve the density of hair by 83% and the number of hairs on the head by 27%. This is one of the reasons why Saw palmetto is also found in other hair growth supplements as well.
The mechanism of action of saw palmetto has been attributed to its high concentration of beta-sitosterol, a plant sterol that has been shown to reduce levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Saw palmetto It appears to work by inhibiting an enzyme called 5-alpha-reductase which converts testosterone into DHT. The DHT hormone is more potent than testosterone. High levels of DHT cause it to enter hair follicles, shrinking them and causing hair to grow at a slower rate. At the same time, DHT causes hair to become thinner and weaker, making them easier to break and fall out. DHT also promotes loss of color from the hair too. So you get the point; DHT is associated with hair loss, balding, and reduced hair color too. Saw palmetto reduces DHT and helps hair stay healthy.
Saw palmetto also appears to reduce inflammation by acting as a natural COX2 inhibitor. This might also appear to support healthy hair. While saw palmetto might be less effective than hair growth drugs such as finasteride, for those looking for a more natural way to reverse hair loss, saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol remain ever-popular alternatives.
Horsetail (Equisetum arvense)
Horsetail grows natively in Thailand and southern Asia. While the horsetail plant is often regarded as a natural diuretic, it also has a reputation for helping to regrow hair too. Like Saw palmetto, evidence suggests horsetail inhibits an enzyme called 5α-reductase which converts testosterone to the hair loss hormone called DHT. The action of inhibiting DHT is how hair loss drugs like finasteride are thought to work too. In theory, the combination of horsetail and saw palmetto may work better together, although this needs more study.
Fo-Ti (Polygonum multiflorum)
Also called Chinese knotweed, fo-ti is very popular in some circles. Preliminary research notes that fo-ti appears to help hair by elongating the growth phase (anagen phase) of the hair cycle. Fo-ti also appears to reduce DHT levels by inhibiting the enzyme that transforms testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). So, in theory, Polygonum multiflorum makes sense. It may work synergistically with saw palmetto and horsetail. However, it should be noted that this horsetail has not yet been proven to grow hair on the scalps of humans.
Can It Reverse Gray Hair?
Hair turning gray or white involves the loss of the melanin pigment from hair follicles. It is a complex process that may involve several factors, such as pollution, oxidative stress, and emotional stress, as well as genetics and nutrient deficiencies. While rare in most developed countries, various studies have noted deficiencies in iron, copper, protein, zinc, and vitamin B12 have been linked to premature gray hair. Some ingredients in the Folifort supplement have been investigated for restoring hair to its natural color. Let's look at some of those ingredients that may be responsible for this effect.
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA)
PABA is a type of amino acid found in wheat germ and eggs as well as dairy foods and liver. While it was once considered to be a vitamin, that theory has fallen out of favor. As far back as the 1940s, researchers appeared to successfully use PABA to restore hair color using a dosage of 200 mg a day. Another clinical trial undertaken in the 1950s using a higher dosage (12 to 24 grams per day) likewise appeared to show improvement in hair color after two to ten months of daily use. While the clinical trials tend to be few in number, they are likely the reason PABA remains popular with those with graying hair. It is unfortunate – and odd – that researchers have not looked more closely at PABA for premature gray and white hair.
Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate)
As the name suggests, this is a member of the B vitamin family. The Folifort supplement contains calcium pantothenic acid, a chelated form of pantothenic acid that combines vitamin B5 with calcium. When there is a deficiency in this vitamin, gray hair is a possible outcome. That said, since the recommended amount is only 5 mg a day, deficiency is rare in most people.
In one clinical trial, calcium pantothenate at a dosage of 200 mg was shown to restore hair color after just one month. In another investigation involving 7 women who were followed for three years revealed that daily use of 100 mg to 200 mg of calcium pantothenate reversed gray hair after just three months. Folifort contains both vitamin B5 and PABA, and there may be a reason for this. In one clinical trial the combination of both nutrients was also effective at reversing premature white and gray hair at between 6% and 20%.
While studies like these are encouraging, keep in mind many investigations contain small numbers of people. Thus larger clinical trials are needed to understand this better. That said, if vitamin B5 or PABA is indeed going to be effective for premature gray or white hair, you should start seeing results relatively quickly, generally between one to 3 months, although for others, at least 8 months may be required.
Tyrosine
It makes sense that Folifort contains tyrosine because this amino acid is needed for producing the dark pigment melanin. This is process is called melanogenesis. Loss of melanin-producing cells in hair follicles is one reason hair might prematurely turn white or gray. In fact, inhibiting an enzyme called tyrosine kinase has been demonstrated to restore hair color in some people. Thus, there appears to be a relationship between hair color and this amino acid. Increasing tyrosine intake has been shown to improve hair color -in dogs but what about people with prematurely gray hair? The idea here is that consuming more tyrosine would restore hair color, but clinical proof of this can't be located. Given how much people want an answer to this question, it's odd there is not more research on this.
Folifort Better Business Bureau Rating
The Better Business Bureau rating for Folifort is A-. This company website was registered in 2021, indicating this may be a relatively new business. The supplement is manufactured in the United States in an FDA-registered lab that adheres to good manufacturing practices. When last checked, the BBB did not show any customer complaints against the supplement. That's good.
Folifort vs. Glucofort
Glucofort is a dietary supplement marketed to reduce blood sugar levels. Glucofort is not the same thing as Folifort, even though their names sound somewhat similar to each other.
Folifort Before & After Pictures
The company claims to have over 150,000 happy people who have visited its website, although finding before and after pictures on social media such as Instagram proved difficult to locate. This may be because the supplement is relatively new. As such, the best advice is to see the official company website, as that will be where before and after pictures will probably show up first.
Money Back Guarantee & Refund Information
The supplement comes with a 60-day money-back guarantee. Take note that the 60 days begins when you order the supplement and not when it arrives at your home. If you feel Folifort is not to your liking, you can start the refund process by contacting Folifort customer service at Support@folifort.com and requesting a return merchandise authorization (RMA). You can also call the company at 844-717-7556.
The company needs to receive and approve the RMA within 60 days of the date of purchase. When you reach out to them, the company will also provide you with the address to return the supplements. Here are some things to remember:
- Return all bottles to the company, opened and unopened.
- Do not toss out empty bottles. Return them too.
- Include any bonus gifts and packaging that you received too.
Keep in mind the money-back guarantee is only valid for supplements purchased on the official Folifort website. This website has been independently validated by this reporter. Please understand if you bought supplements on other websites not associated with the manufacturer, they may be counterfeit. The company won't honor refunds on supplements not purchased directly from the company, such as those found on Amazon and eBay.
When the Folifort company receives the items you are returning, you will receive a confirmation email. Be sure to check your spam/junk folders in case you miss it. Refunds are issued within 48 hours of the company receiving your return.
You can find the full refund policy on the company's website: Folifort.com/pages/refund-policy/.
Folifort Side Effects Does Natural Mean Safe For Everyone?
At the time this review was created, the Folifort company was not associated with negative side effects. But the company knows that this may not be true for everyone. Pregnancy may be accompanied by hair loss. However, the company advises caution during pregnancy and when nursing.
They further state not to take more than the recommended dosage and to stop taking Folifort if you experience any adverse reactions. Those taking any medications should also speak to a doctor first. Warnings like these are common with dietary supplement labels. Here are some other guidelines which may help too:
- Start by taking less than recommended for the first week.
- Give your body time to adjust to the formula.
- Stop taking Folifort at least two weeks before having surgery.
- Speak to your doctor if you take blood thinner medications.
- Folifort contains iron. Don't take if you have iron overload disease (hemochromotosis).
- Fo-ti may not be safe during pregnancy. Do not take Folifort if pregnant or breastfeeding
- Fo-ti may raise liver enzymes and has been associated with liver problems ins some people.
- Unrefined horsetail contains the enzyme thiaminase, which can lead to a deficiency in thiamine.
- Biotin might interfere with blood test results, such as those for TSH, to test for hypothyroidism.
Folifort vs. The Competition
Folifort vs. Nutrafol & Viviscal
If you are reading this, then odds are you have heard of other popular hair growth supplements such as Viviscal and Nutrafol. While neither of these supplements is advertised to restore hair's natural color, both share ingredients in common with Folifort. For example, Viviscal contains horsetail, while Nutrafol contains saw palmetto. This tells us the people behind Folifort are reading the same clinical studies as those who make other hair supplements. Thus far, however, it does not appear that Folifort has been clinically tested and compared to these other popular options.
What About Essential Oils?
Did you know essential oils are also popular for growing hair? These are oils that are applied topically to the scalp. Popular hair growth essential oils include lavender oil, peppermint oil, and rosemary essential oil. In theory, taking a supplement like Folifort in combination with a topical essential oil may have a synergistic effect, but alas, there doesn't appear to be any good proof for it. The same thing is also true for combining it with minoxidil too.
Folifort Pros & Cons
| Pros | Cons |
| Ingredients make sense | Lacks clinical proof |
| Positive customer testimonials | Kind of pricey |
| Good BBB rating | Proprietary blend |
| Manufactured in the USA | Not sold in local stores |
| 60-day money-back guarantee | |
| Non-GMO ingredients | |
| No auto-shipments | |
| Email and phone customer support |
Does Folifort Really Work?
There's no doubt the claims for this supplement are bold – supporting hair growth and restoration of hair's original color. While the ingredients seem logical on the surface, I would like to see some before and after pictures. Even better, I'd like to see a few clinical studies evaluating how effective Folifort works for people. While I remain somewhat skeptical, lack of evidence doesn't mean it won't work. On the plus side, the Folifort money-back guarantee ensures you can get a refund if it doesn't live up to your expectations.
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