As someone with fine, thinning hair that showed early signs of balding, I was skeptical but desperate when I started using Nutrafol's entire system in November 2023. The serum specifically caught my attention because I wanted something topical to complement the supplements.

The glass dropper application feels luxurious but fragile - I nearly had a heart attack when it almost slipped from my hands in the shower! What surprised me most was how lightweight the serum absorbs. Unlike other growth treatments that leave hair greasy, I could style immediately after application without that telltale oily shine.

After consistent use, my shedding reduced dramatically. Where I used to pull out handfuls of hair during showers, now it's just normal amounts. My husband actually commented unprompted that my part looks fuller - and he never notices these things!

The biggest downside? The tiny bottle size versus price point. At $70 for what lasted me barely three weeks of conservative use (just on my problem areas), this isn't sustainable long-term for most budgets. I've started alternating with DIY oil blends between purchases.

Pro tip: Store this in your bedroom instead of the humid bathroom - the label stays intact longer and the product seems to last better too. While not perfect, when used as part of Nutrafol's complete system, I've seen enough improvement to continue using it strategically for special occasions or when my thinning acts up.