About Minoxidil. Is it OK to shave during this process?

May 28, 2015
Asked By:Sauvage123 in Curitiba, BR

I'm applying 5% minoxidil on my face for beard grow. Is that ok to shave during this process? The product will be less effective or less absorved due to shaving?? Or I will lose the hair that came out with minoxidil?

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July 21, 2015

Answer: Yes

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July 21, 2015

Answer: Yes

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August 30, 2018

Answer: Shaving

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August 30, 2018

Answer: Shaving

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September 27, 2018

Answer: Minoxidil

September 27, 2018

Answer: Minoxidil

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May 29, 2015

Answer: Shaving while using minoxidil

May 29, 2015

Answer: Shaving while using minoxidil