The Short Answer: It depends on the root cause of your hair loss. Nutrafol Men is an "adaptogen" supplement designed to balance hormones (like cortisol) and inflammation. Viviscal PRO is a "nutritional" supplement designed to supply the massive amount of protein and nutrients needed to build the hair shaft. For men simply looking for thicker, fuller coverage, Viviscal PRO is often the more direct solution for density.
The Ingredient Breakdown
- Viviscal PRO (The Builder): Uses AminoMar™ (Marine Protein), Apple Extract, and Biotin. It focuses on feeding the follicle the raw materials to grow a thicker hair strand.
- Nutrafol (The Balancer): Uses Ashwagandha, Saw Palmetto, and Curcumin. It focuses on reducing stress and inflammation in the body.
Our Recommendation: If you have a high-stress lifestyle, Nutrafol is excellent. But if your goal is purely to maximize hair diameter and cover scalp visibility, Viviscal PRO has the longest track record of clinical success for increasing hair volume.
Common Comparison Questions
Can I take both?
Yes. Since they work via different mechanisms (Protein vs. Adaptogens), they are safe to stack. However, it is expensive to do so. Most men start with Viviscal PRO for 6 months to assess density improvement first.
Which one works faster?
Viviscal PRO typically shows faster cosmetic results (thicker hair feel) around month 3 because it directly impacts the hair structure. Nutrafol often takes longer (6+ months) as it works to rebalance the body's internal systems.