SugarBearHair

SugarBearHair is a nutritional supplement brand that specializes in gummy vitamins for women. The supplements are made in the United States, vegetarian-friendly, and formulated with berries and other natural flavors that make them taste like candy.

This brand gained prominence primarily due to celebrity endorsements and social media advertising.

SugarBearHair is best known for its hair care gummies designed to give you stronger, longer hair and nails. It also sells women’s multivitamin and sleep aid.

This review will help you decide whether SugarBearHair can deliver on their celebrity-endorsed promises for better hair.

Ingredient

SugarBearHair products are manufactured in USA facilities that follow FDA guidelines for safety and quality. (The gummies themselves haven’t been evaluated by the FDA, which is standard for the dietary supplement industry.)

SugarBearHair Hair Vitamins

Though most of its marketing targets women, SugarBearHair will purportedly work for all ages, genders, and hair types.

A two-gummy serving provides three grams of sugar and the following nutrients:

• Vitamin A: 2100 IU (42% daily value)
• Vitamin C: 20mg (33%)
• Vitamin D: 400 IU (100%)
• Vitamin E: 16.5 IU (55%)
• Vitamin B-6: 2mg (100%)
• Folic Acid: 260 mcg (65%)
• Vitamin B12: 6mcg (100%)
• Biotin: 5000mcg (1667%)
• Pantothenic Acid: 5.2mg (52%)
• Iodine: 42mcg (28%)
• Zinc: 2.7mg (18%)

The supplement’s primary ingredient is biotin. The suggested serving size of 5000mcg gives you more than 150 times the minimum daily intake suggestion for adults. According to Consumer Lab, biotin is a b vitamin your body produces naturally, but that it also takes in through egg yolks, whole grains, and nuts.

The compound works to help your body convert food to energy, and it’s also associated with healthy hair and nails. Though it’s recommended that people with a biotin deficiency should supplement with between 30 and 100mcg of the compound per day, there’s little to no evidence that extra biotin can promote hair growth for those at healthy levels.

There’s some evidence from a study in a Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology that 5,000 mcg of biotin can strengthen brittle nails, but less proof the vitamin will improve your hair.

Other vitamins in SugarBearHair hair gummies offer similar benefits. Folic acid is associated with healthy cell functioning, which has caused it to garner some interest for hair and nail growth. The compound doesn’t seem to be effective unless you are already deficient.

A Polish study from 1960 shows some evidence that vitamin B6 can promote hair growth, but the women in the study were experiencing hair loss from alopecia, and they had the compound injected into their muscles for thirty days in a row.

Overall, these ingredients show some potential for combating vitamin deficiencies that may lead to hair loss. However, the evidence for cause and effect relationships between them is weak, and we didn’t identify anything in SugarBearHair that will make already healthy hair healthier.

SugarBearHair Women’s Multivitamin

These gummies are designed to offer an easier way to take a multi-vitamin—no hard-to-swallow capsules involved. They are formulated with 16 micronutrients that support energy, skin, and body health that many women may be short on from their daily diet. They are 100% vegan (the hair gummies are only vegetarian-friendly) and designed to be taken together.

For best results, you need to take them daily for a minimum of three months, preferably six months. Though marketed towards women, SugarBearHair notes that anyone over 13 can benefit from the vitamins.

Key nutrients in a two-gummy daily serving size include:

• Vitamin C: 20mg (33%)
• Vitamin D2: 2000 IU (500%)
• Vitamin E: 10 IU (33%)
• Vitamin B2: 400mcg (24%)
• Vitamin B6: 2mg (100%)
• Folate: 100mcg (25%)
• Vitamin B12: 8mcg (133%)
• Biotin: 180 mcg (60%)
• Pantothenic acid: 3mg (20%)
• Omega-3: 1mg
• Vegan Collagen Booster Blend: 100mg

These ingredients are consistent with what you can find in many women’s multivitamins. The folate levels are low for women who are pregnant or planning to be pregnant, but that’s not SugarBearHair’s target audience.

The multi-vitamin is heavy on vitamin D2, which is used to prevent bone loss and treat low levels of calcium or phosphorus. Though a standard recommended dose is around 800 UI per day, Healthline states that a higher dosage (1,000 to 4,000 IU) is better, especially for those who don’t get in the sun often.

This multivitamin also includes a day and a third’s worth of your necessary vitamin B12. This is noteworthy because vitamin B12 is a nutrient that vegans and vegetarians are notoriously deficient in.

If you abstain from animal products, this multi-vitamin may be one option to ensure your B12 levels stay sufficient.

SugarBearHair Sleep

This all-natural sleep aid consists of a vegan-friendly formula designed to help you fall asleep and sleep better once you do. These gummies contain a proprietary herbal blend that will purportedly promote sleep, as well as 6mg of melatonin per serving.

Here’s a look at the key nutrients within a two-gummy serving size.

• Vitamin B6: 2mg (118%)
• Melatonin: 6mg
• Magnesium: 200mcg
• Theanine: 50mg
• Sodium: 10mg
• Rest Well Blend (5-hydroxytryptophan, lemon balm leaf, passion flower, valerian root): 11mg

Melatonin is a natural hormone made by the brain’s pineal gland. Your body makes more of this hormone at night, especially when the sun starts to go down, and your levels drop again as daylight approaches.

Taking supplements with melatonin about thirty minutes before you want to fall asleep helps convince your body that it’s time to sleep.

At 6mg per two-gummy serving, SugarBear Sleep gummies are giving you a big dose of melatonin, and that’s not necessarily a good thing. The National Sleep Foundation recommends that users start with smaller doses—about 0.2mg—and increase it over time if they still struggle to sleep.

If you think you need more than 5mg, it’s important you talk to a doctor first.

As this supplement is designed to lead to drowsiness, the company suggests you not drive, operate machinery, or consume alcohol after taking a dose.

Possible Side Effects

The manufacturer’s website doesn’t list side effects for any of its three supplement products. Consumer Lab confirms that the recommended dosages won’t exceed the upper tolerable intake levels for each ingredient.

Biotin is classified as safe for most people, both when taken orally and as a shot. However, you should be aware that taking high doses of biotin may interfere with medications and lab test results, especially those that diagnose heart attacks or thyroid conditions.

It’s a good idea to tell your doctor if you are taking biotin before undergoing any testing.

Some users expressed that they thought using the supplement was causing them to break out. There is some evidence that taking too much vitamin B12 can promote acne production for those who are susceptible to the compound. This is because the vitamin changes the gene expression of skin bacteria, which may trigger inflammation that leads to breakouts.

One thing to keep in mind about SugarBearHair Sleep is that too much melatonin can potentially lead to negative side effects.

There’s no standard definition for a melatonin overdose, but that doses over 30-mg may be harmful to people who haven’t already built up a tolerance. Symptoms of a melatonin overdose may include nausea, dizziness, headaches, diarrhea, and inexplicable anxiety.

Two SugarBearGummies (a recommended serving) contain just 6mg of melatonin. This means you aren’t going to put yourself at risk unless you eat ten in one sitting.

Key Takeaways: There is nothing in SugarBearHair supplements that stand out as dangerous for the average person, so we expect you won’t experience any severe side effects from taking it.

Pricing

All products are sold in canisters of 60 gummies, which is enough for a one-month supply of two gummies per day.

Below is the pricing for the original SugarBearHair Hair Vitamin, Women’s Multi, and Sugar Bear Sleep vitamins:

• One Month: $29.99
• Three Months: $79.99, includes one free brush
• Six Months: $159.99, includes one free brush and plush bag
• Variety Three-Pack: $79.99, includes sunglasses and collapsible case

You can choose whether to make one-time purchases or sign up for a recurring subscription for SugarBearVitamins. Subscription orders ship every thirty days, and you can cancel your account at any time without penalty.

Shipping starts at $6 and goes up depending on your purchase size.

The company will only refund unopened bottles.

Analysis of Customer Reviews

Nine customers have reviewed SugarBearHair gummies on our website. These reviews average 2.1-stars, and just 22% of customers say they would recommend the product to a friend.

Here are the key takeaways from these reviews, as well as from reviews on Ulta (average rating of 4.8 stars) and Influenster (4.3):

• Stronger, Shinier Hair: Many customers stated that they worked as described and left them with feeling like they had thicker, shinier hair. Some noticed a difference within a week, but most reviewers seemed to have used the supplement for several months first. Though some of these reviewers reported the vitamins were pricier than the competition, they stayed loyal because they loved the results.

• Fun, Candy-Like Taste: Dozens of customers commented positively on the bear’s taste, comparing them to fruit snacks they ate when they were kids.

• Vitamins May Contribute to Hair Loss or Breakouts: Some wrote that they experienced significant hair loss several months after taking them, and others reported that they made their skin oily to the point they were breaking out across their face, back, and shoulders. One reviewer shared that she started experiencing severe acne after taking them, which she attributed to the high B-vitamin content.

• Didn’t Lead to Noticeable Changes: Many reviewers reported feeling no different after taking SugarBearHair supplements for three months or longer. Though many reported hair and nail growth, they believed it wasn’t more than should be expected for the timeframe.

• Cute Packaging Is a Plus: SugarBearHair products first made a mark on social media, and many reviewers expressed delight in the cute branding, bright colors, and clear canister.

• Customer Experience Issues: Some reviewers claimed of quality control problems with their SugarBearHair orders. They received opened bottles or never got their order in the first place. Others experienced billing issues and wrote that they were billed for a subscription several months after closing their account.

Overall, these reviews highlight that the experience with SugarBearHair tends to be polarizing. Some users love the gummies and feel fantastic while they take them, while others assume that any hair and nail growth they experience is more a result of time passing than the product’s ingredients.

Alternatives to SugarBearHair

Comparing these three products, it’s clear that biotin is the unifying ingredient. The Nature’s Bounty supplement contains twice the amount per serving, and you are paying less than a tenth per serving as you would pay for a serving of SugarBearHair.

However, it’s not clear that taking extreme servings of biotin is better for you from a haircare perspective. Megadoses are considered safe, but healthy adults don’t need more than 30mcg a day to maintain normal functioning.

The Health Properly gummies have the exact same formulation of active ingredients as SugarBearHair, though they cost 30% less per serving. You will even get the same sugar content (3 grams) for each serving.

While Health Properly gummies have just 4% of the number of reviews on Amazon as SugarBearHair, customers rank it higher overall. Most praised both the taste and lower price point compared to the competition.

If you aren’t sure which type of supplement is best for you, consider your needs and priorities.

Those who suspect they have a biotin deficiency because they have brittle nails and lots of hair loss or breakage may want a supplement with this compound and little else so that they aren’t paying for more than they need. At just $0.08 a serving, Nature’s Bounty is hard to beat in this regard.

If SugarBearHair gummies appeal to you because of the cute packaging and guilt-free way to have some candy each day, then you’ll need to decide whether you care enough to pay more for the brand name or want to save some money by going for a competitor like Health Properly instead.

Keep in mind that neither of these hair gummy brands has ingredients that are clinically proven to hasten hair growth.

The Bottom Line

SugarBearHair vitamins promise a cute and convenient way to keep your nutrient levels where they need to be for healthy hair and nails.

However, these benefits come in an expensive package. If you use SugarBearHair as described, you’ll pay $1–$2 dollars each day, depending on whether you also purchase the multivitamin. There’s no getting around that almost every alternative product will be cheaper, even those that have near-identical formulations of the active ingredients.

The SugarBearHair Women’s Multi is a similar story. This supplement has promising ingredients, but it’s pricy and doesn’t offer anything you can’t get in a standard multi-vitamin.

We recommend this supplement primarily for those who avoid animal products (possibly vitamin B12 deficient), are rarely in the sun (possibly vitamin D deficient), and won’t take a daily multi-vitamin unless it tastes like candy.

Regarding SugarBearHair Sleep, a serving of this supplement will give you a high dose of melatonin. Unlike the other two supplements, you likely won’t need to take it daily and instead should only use it when you anticipate having problems sleeping. This may save you money over time.

We are skeptical whether SugarBearHair supplements can make any meaningful improvements for hair health. The majority of the brand’s target demographic likely won’t have a biotin deficiency, and there’s nothing special in its formulas that will turn average hair into celebrity-worthy tresses.

“I would say that SugarBearHair vitamins have some of the ingredients that can be helpful for thinning hair,” Dr. Arielle Levitan told us. She is an internal medicine specialist in Highland Park, IL, who has been practicing for more than two decades.

“However,” she went on, “the best way to treat thinning hair is with a personalized approach…This may include vitamin D3, C, iron, and biotin, but the amounts can vary based on other factors. 5000mcg of biotin may be excessive and too much biotin has been associated with skin issues.”