For guys noticing it early
Get to the root of your hair loss.
The worst thing you can do about hair loss is nothing. Rooted checks for fixable causes, tells you where you are, and points you to what actually works at the cheapest legitimate price. No house brand.
Easiest to treatOptions change, but you still have them
How it works
Get to the root of the problem, then stick with what works.
Find the root cause
14 quick questions on your hairline, crown, and family history, plus the red flags that mean it might not be pattern loss at all. Some causes are fixable.
FreeGet honest options
A Norwood estimate and a step-by-step plan built only from what the evidence supports, with the cheapest legitimate way to get each piece.
FreeBuild the daily routine
Treatments only work if you keep using them. A simple daily routine, reminders, a log, and monthly progress photos keep you on track.
Paid
Why Rooted
We don't sell the pills. So we can tell you where they're cheapest.
Subscription hair brands bundle a doctor visit with their own pharmacy and charge several times the generic price. Rooted has no house brand. We point you to the cheapest legitimate source and keep the info free.
- No house brand. Every option links to generics, discount pharmacies, or your own doctor.
- The info is free. The assessment, plan, and every price comparison cost nothing.
- Honest about evidence. Each option is rated Strong, Moderate, Limited, or Experimental, with sources.
| Treatment | Cheapest legit | Subscription brands |
|---|---|---|
| Finasteride (oral) | ~$5–$10/mo + one-time prescription visit | ~$25–$35/mo |
| Minoxidil (topical) | ~$4–$8/mo generic | ~$20–$25/mo |
| Low-dose oral minoxidil | ~$3–$8/mo + prescription visit | ~$25–$40/mo |
| Ketoconazole shampoo | ~$3–$6/mo (used 2–3x per week) | ~$10–$15/mo |
Guides
Straight answers, no sales pitch.
- The Norwood scale, explained: hair loss stages 1 to 7
- Am I going bald? Early signs of male pattern hair loss
- Minoxidil shedding: why it happens and how long it lasts
- Finasteride side effects: what the evidence actually says
- Finasteride vs minoxidil: which one, or both?
- How much does hair loss treatment cost? The cheapest legit way
- Dutasteride vs finasteride: is the stronger one worth it?
- RU58841 and peptides for hair loss: what to know before you try them
Get the app when it launches.
The full assessment, your personal plan, and the daily routine. Free to start, iPhone first.
Rooted is educational, not medical advice. Talk to a doctor before starting any treatment.