Looking for a food sensitivity test or a food allergy test in Ireland, and want the € cost in one place before you order? Our at-home hair sensitivity tests come in three levels, from €36.95. This checklist sets out the prices, what each level covers, how the 2- and 4-person packs work, how long results take, and what the guarantee covers, so you can choose the right food sensitivity test for your budget.
The short answer
| Test | Items checked | 1 person | 2 people | 4 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individual Sensitivity Test | 600 | €36.95 | n/a | n/a |
| Ultimate Individual Test | 1,000 | €49.95 | €86.95 | €149.95 |
| Optimum Sensitivity Test | 1,600 | €61.95 | €111.95 | €174.95 |
Prices are in euro, correct at the time of writing; the product page always shows the current price. In Ireland every test comes with digital instructions, so there's no kit to buy on top and no consultation fee: the price is the test. You can see all three in our sensitivity tests collection.
What €36.95 gets you: the Individual Sensitivity Test
The Individual Sensitivity Test checks 600 food and non-food items from one small hair sample. It's a good first step if you'd like a starting shortlist of potential sensitivities across everyday foods, drinks and non-food items.
What €49.95 gets you: the Ultimate Individual Test
The Ultimate Individual Test checks 1,000 items, a wider list that suits a varied diet, lots of eating out, or symptoms you haven't been able to pin down. It's also available as a 2-person pack for €86.95 and a 4-person pack for €149.95.
What €61.95 gets you: the Optimum Sensitivity Test
The Optimum Sensitivity Test is our widest test, checking 1,600 food and non-food items. It's available as a 2-person pack for €111.95 and a 4-person pack for €174.95.
Not sure which level you need? Our guide to comparing hair sensitivity tests walks through the 600, 1,000 and 1,600 item lists side by side.
Testing the whole household?
The packs are priced per order, so the cost per person drops as you add people:
- Ultimate, 2 people: €86.95 for the pair;
- Ultimate, 4 people: €149.95 for four;
- Optimum, 2 people: €111.95 for the pair; and
- Optimum, 4 people: €174.95 for four.
Each person sends their own hair sample and gets their own results.
What's included in the price
- digital instructions by email after you order, so there's no kit to wait for (here's what you're ordering with digital instructions);
- your results by email in 5–7 working days once your sample is received (see what happens after you send your hair sample); and
- our 30-day money-back guarantee.
The only extra cost is posting your sample in your own envelope from any An Post office or postbox. The address is in your instructions.
Allergy, intolerance or sensitivity?
It's worth being clear about the question first, because it decides which route makes sense. A food allergy involves the immune system, usually comes on quickly, and can be serious. A food intolerance or sensitivity tends to build more slowly, often hours after eating, and shows up as everyday discomfort such as bloating, wind, tummy cramps, headaches, tiredness or brain fog.
True allergies are only around 10% of reactions to food. Intolerances and sensitivities are the main cause of the everyday discomfort most people put up with. Our symptoms page and food intolerance symptoms chart list common signs.
If you ever have swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, trouble breathing, or feel faint after eating, that's an emergency: call 112 or 999.
How the other routes are paid for
Our guide to getting tested for food intolerance in Ireland explains each route in full. In short:
- Your GP and the HSE. Your GP can check for conditions such as coeliac disease and refer you on if needed. A GP visit usually carries a fee unless you have a medical card or a GP visit card. For questions about health services, HSE Live is on freephone 1800 700 700.
- An allergy clinic. If you've had fast reactions such as hives or swelling, your GP may refer you. Waiting lists can be long, so ask when you book.
- An INDI-registered dietitian. You can find a registered dietitian through the Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute (INDI).
Whichever route you take, reading labels is a useful habit. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland lists the 14 allergens that must be declared on food sold here.
Get more from whatever you spend
A test is only useful if you act on it carefully. Keeping a record before and after any change costs nothing: our free food and symptom diary template makes it easy. Change one food at a time, and keep your diet balanced. Our guide to how hair sensitivity testing works explains the method in more detail if you want that next.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a food sensitivity test in Ireland?
Our at-home hair sensitivity tests are €36.95 (600 items), €49.95 (1,000 items) or €61.95 (1,600 items) for one person. The Ultimate and Optimum tests also come in 2- and 4-person packs. The product page always shows the current price.
Is a food sensitivity test the same as a food allergy test?
No. Allergy testing through a clinic looks for the immune reactions linked to true allergies. Our hair sensitivity test doesn't measure antibodies; it looks for potential sensitivity patterns, so it's a starting point for exploring everyday symptoms rather than a way to check for an allergy.
How long do results take from Ireland?
Results arrive by email in 5–7 working days once your sample is received. Postage time with An Post is separate.
What if I'm not happy?
Every hair sensitivity test comes with our 30-day money-back guarantee.
What it can't show
A hair sensitivity test can't tell you whether you have a true food allergy, coeliac disease or any other medical condition. If you suspect an allergy, your GP is the right person to look into it.
About our tests
Our tests are At-home Hair Sensitivity Tests. Our testing team uses bioresonance to look for potential sensitivity patterns in a hair sample. They are a wellness screening and a starting point for exploration. They are not a medical test, they don't measure allergy antibodies, and they are not a replacement for advice from your GP, a pharmacist or an INDI-registered dietitian. Talk to your GP before making big changes to your diet, especially for children, during pregnancy or if you have a medical condition. Every test comes with our 30-day money-back guarantee.
