Care begins at the root.

A nine-botanical scalp serum for women who've noticed their hair thinning, and want an honest daily routine.

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Root Complex · 30 mL · 9 botanicals

Something kind for your scalp.

Thinner on top than it used to be. More in the drain and on the brush. Root Complex is one daily step for your scalp: nine botanicals, already measured and diluted.

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You noticed it before anyone else did.

  1. The bathroom light.
    7:12 amThe bathroom light.
  2. Putting it up.
    8:30 amPutting it up.
  3. Holding it up to the window.
    4:40 pmHolding it up to the window.
  4. The brush.
    11 pmThe brush.
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It happens to all of us.

Thinning can come after a baby, with perimenopause, with menopause, or simply with time. None of us should notice it alone.

What's inside

What's in it, and why.

  1. Jojoba Seed Oil (Simmondsia chinensis)Jojoba Seed Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    01 Jojoba Seed Oil Simmondsia chinensis The light base. Sinks in instead of sitting on your roots.
  2. Argan Kernel Oil (Argania spinosa)Argan Kernel Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    02 Argan Kernel Oil Argania spinosa From the kernel of the argan nut. Softens and conditions.
  3. Pumpkin Seed Oil (Cucurbita pepo)Pumpkin Seed Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    03 Pumpkin Seed Oil Cucurbita pepo A rich seed oil that conditions the scalp.
  4. Black Seed Oil (Nigella sativa)Black Seed Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    04 Black Seed Oil Nigella sativa From the tiny black seeds of the nigella flower.
  5. Fenugreek Seed Oil (Trigonella foenum-graecum)Fenugreek Seed Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    05 Fenugreek Seed Oil Trigonella foenum-graecum A warm seed oil from the fenugreek pod.
  6. Pea Sprout Extract (Pisum sativum)Pea Sprout Extract pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    06 Pea Sprout Extract Pisum sativum From young pea shoots.
  7. Peppermint Oil (Mentha piperita)Peppermint Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    07 Peppermint Oil Mentha piperita The cool tingle that tells you it’s on.
  8. Rosemary Leaf Oil (Rosmarinus officinalis)Rosemary Leaf Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    08 Rosemary Leaf Oil Rosmarinus officinalis The herb you already know, measured and diluted for you.
  9. True Lavender Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)True Lavender Oil pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    09 True Lavender Oil Lavandula angustifolia True lavender, not lavandin. Soft and herbal.
  10. Green Tea Leaf Extract (Camellia sinensis)Green Tea Leaf Extract pollen under an electron microscope (illustrative)
    10 Green Tea Leaf Extract Camellia sinensis From the young leaf of the tea plant.

The evidence.

The ingredients in Root Complex have been studied in different ways. Rosemary and pumpkin seed have topical human comparisons; the other studies answer narrower questions. Open a record to see exactly what was tested and where the evidence ends.

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Tested, batch by batch

You deserve to know exactly what you're putting on your scalp. Every batch of Root Complex comes with its own lab report, and you can read the one for your bottle.

Your batch, your report

Each box carries a batch number. Match it here to open that batch's Certificate of Analysis: what was checked, the standard it had to meet, and the result. Reports for our first production run are being finalised and will be posted before those bottles ship.

What the research does and doesn't show

Every study above looked at an ingredient or a blend, not Root Complex itself. We chose each one because the published research gave us a real reason to, and we'd rather show you that honestly than borrow someone else's results. Root Complex is a cosmetic, made to care for your scalp and hair, not to treat a medical condition.

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Root Complex Scalp Serum $49.00
Root Complex Scalp Serum $49.00
Root Complex Scalp Serum $49.00
Root Complex Scalp Serum $49.00
Root Complex Scalp Serum $49.00
Root Complex Scalp Serum $49.00
Root Complex Scalp Serum $49.00

Your questions.

How is this different from the rosemary oil I already have?

Rosemary is one ingredient. Root Complex is nine: rosemary plus eight botanicals that work alongside it, already measured and blended so every drop gets the full formula. One bottle, one step, instead of a shelf of oils.

What's actually in it?

Nine of the best-loved botanicals for scalp care, together in one bottle: rosemary, pumpkin seed, black seed, fenugreek, peppermint, lavender, green tea, pea sprout and argan. Every one is already measured and blended for you, so each drop gives your scalp the whole formula. No mixing, no shelf of oils. The full ingredient list is printed on every box.

How long before I notice anything?

From day one. You'll feel the cool tingle the first time you use it. The visible part rewards patience, so use it every day and give it the full three months. Snap a photo on day one, in the same light, so you can see your own progress.

What does it feel and smell like? Is it greasy?

Fresh and light: a cool peppermint tingle that settles in minutes, with an herbal scent of rosemary, peppermint and a little lavender. Apply it to your scalp, not your lengths. Oily hair? Use it at night and wash in the morning.

Is it safe for me?

Yes, very. Root Complex is made to be used every day: a few drops on your scalp once a day, and that's your whole routine. Like any new skincare, start with a quick patch test: dab a drop behind your ear and on your inner wrist, then wait 1 hour. Skip it if you get redness or itching. Peppermint and rosemary can irritate sensitive skin. Ask your doctor first if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, allergic to peanuts, soy or other legumes, or have a scalp condition such as seborrheic dermatitis. To report a reaction, email hello@nuvanahealing.com.

Is this a hair-loss treatment? Can I use it with HRT or minoxidil?

Root Complex is a daily scalp serum, not a medicine. That's exactly why it slips so easily into your routine. Already on HRT, minoxidil or another treatment? Show your doctor or pharmacist our ingredient list, and you're set. If your hair loss is sudden, patchy or heavy, see a dermatologist too.

What if it's not for me?

You're covered. Your first order comes with a money-back guarantee: 90 days on a subscription, 30 days on a one-time order. Just email hello@nuvanahealing.com with your order number and a photo of your bottle. No need to send it back.

On orders of more than one bottle, we refund up to one opened bottle per month since delivery, plus any sealed bottles you send back. Shipping isn't refunded. Full terms are in our refund policy. Subscriptions can be skipped, paused or cancelled anytime from your account.

Is it too late at my age?

Never. Root Complex was made for women in their 40s, 50s and 60s: gentle, once a day, nothing to swallow. It's never too late to start taking care of your scalp.