Skip to main content

Free Hair Loss Test

A quick assessment to understand why your hair is thinning, what your labs might be missing, and what evidence-based options exist for your specific pattern.

2 min6 questionsBased on Custom (estrogen receptor + ferritin + Ludwig classification informed)Free & private

Join 6,400+ women who have decoded their hair loss pattern

Understanding Your Hair Loss

A quick assessment to understand why your hair is thinning, what your labs might be missing, and what evidence-based options exist for your specific pattern.

Your severity level — mild, moderate, or significant
What’s driving YOUR hair loss specifically
A personalized next step from Dr. Wellls

1,053 women got their profile this month

Free · 5 min · 100% private

This is not a clinical assessment. For medical concerns, consult a healthcare provider.

About This Assessment

Based on Ohnemus et al. estrogen receptor research and Grymowicz's Wnt/beta-catenin pathway data

This hair loss test uses 6 evidence-based questions informed by the Custom (estrogen receptor + ferritin + Ludwig classification informed) to evaluate the severity and impact of hair loss on your daily life. Your score is calculated from multiple dimensions including symptom frequency, intensity, and functional impact.

This is a self-assessment tool, not a medical diagnosis. Consult a dermatologist or trichologist for clinical evaluation of hair loss.

Understanding Your Score

Early Hair Changes(Score 1-3)

You are noticing changes that most women would dismiss. Do not dismiss them. Follicular miniaturization begins years before visible thinning becomes obvious. This is the ideal window for intervention.

Moderate Hair Thinning(Score 4-6)

Your hair loss has progressed enough to affect your confidence and your daily life. The thinning is visible. The distress is real. A 2023 study found that iron deficiency accounts for 70.3% of female

Significant Hair Loss(Score 7-10)

Your hair loss has restructured how you move through the world. The avoidance, the constant checking, the identity erosion. This is not vanity. Research on female alopecia shows psychological distress

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this hair loss test measure?

This hair loss test uses 6 evidence-based questions informed by the Custom (estrogen receptor + ferritin + Ludwig classification informed) to assess the severity and impact of hair loss on your daily life. It evaluates multiple dimensions including symptom frequency, intensity, and how they affect your wellbeing.

How accurate is this hair loss test?

This screening tool is informed by the Custom (estrogen receptor + ferritin + Ludwig classification informed), a clinically validated instrument (Ohnemus U et al. (2006). Estrogen receptor expression in human hair follicles. J Exp Dermatol.). While it provides a reliable indication of severity, it is not a diagnostic tool. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified healthcare provider.

Is this a medical diagnosis?

No. This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It provides an indication of hair loss severity that you can discuss with your healthcare provider. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified medical professional. You can bring your results to your next doctor visit as a conversation starter.

How long does this hair loss test take?

This assessment takes approximately 2 minutes to complete. It contains 6 evidence-based questions. Your results are immediate, private, and include personalized recommendations.

What should I do with my results?

Your results include a severity score and personalized recommendations. We suggest: (1) reviewing your score and what it means, (2) reading our in-depth article about hair loss at wellls.com/problems/hair-loss, (3) discussing your results with a healthcare provider, and (4) exploring our evidence-based lifestyle medicine recommendations for managing hair loss.

Read the full hair loss article

Related Self-Assessments

Aging appearance QuizSkin changes QuizFacial hair growth QuizBody odor changes Quiz

This self-assessment is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions about a medical condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line).