Does Rogaine (or other minox products) cause rapid aging?

October 25, 2016
Asked By:johnD635 in Charleston, SC

I've read that minoxidil can cause rapid aging via lowering collagen synthesis, and there are some very horrific stories about it destroying people's faces. Some people have had reports of their face being aged at least 5-10 years from it, especially younger people. This could be a result of normal aging, but there are too many reports to ignore. I'm 21 and always looked young for my age (I look about 19). My dad looks young too. Should I avoid minox? I'd rather keep my face than thicken hair.

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