Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD: Chief Medical Advisor at Nutrafol

Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD: Chief Medical Advisor at Nutrafol

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May 11, 2026 · 55 min

About this episode

Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD discusses her role at Nutrafol and her contributions to dermatology and skincare for underserved populations.

Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD, is the chief medical advisor at the number one dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand Nutrafol, but before taking on this role, Woolery Lloyd has served as a pioneer in the world of dermatology. After graduating from medical school at the University of Miami, she cultivated her expertise in research and education in dermatology with a focus on underserved populations. Following her residency, Woolery-Lloyd joined the University of Miami faculty as its first director of skin of color. Throughout her clinical career, she also created Specific Beauty, a line of skincare products made for women of color, earned her board certification in lifestyle medicine, and founded Derm Friends, an online resource offering solutions to common skin and hair concerns. In addition to her work with Nutrafol, she actively mentors students, gives lectures, and dedicates herself to research. Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand, known for its whole-body, life stage–based approach to hair health. As the first and only hair growth supplement brand to earn NSF Certified for Sport, the leading independent third-party…

People in this episode

Guest: Heather Woolery-Lloyd, MD

Topics covered

  • dermatology
  • hair health
  • skincare
  • women of color
  • mentorship

Keywords

  • hair growth
  • dermatologist
  • skincare products
  • clinical studies
  • lifestyle medicine

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Nutrafol, University of Miami, Specific Beauty, Derm Friends

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