Minoxidil causing dandruff-like flakes on hair from drying skin. Any suggestions?

In my opinion, two ingredients of the minoxidil may be causing your problem. The alcohol could be causing it to be dry and Flaky. The propylene glycol could be causing an irritation reaction. My suggestion is go to a hair loss expert and have them prescibe you a specially compounded version of minoxidil. An alternative is an herbal preparation made by Legacy Pharmaceuticals. In the US it's called Q lib. It comes either with Minoxidil or by itself. Try the  herbal product. Hope this helps. Good luck.

Thank you for posting your question. Yes, sometimes the Minoxidil can cause dryness and flakes on the scalp this is from the alcohol found in the solution. Try using am organic conditioner to see if it will help.

Yes, this is a pretty straightforward issues. Our scalps have a specific pH.  For some patients, particularly from the Middle East, the pH of the scalp is slightly more acidic.  The minoxidil formulations are variable and there are many different types of solvent used.  In the liquid solution for minoxidil, the pH of the scalp determines absorbability.  The solution you are using is not being absorbed.  The pH of your scalp is interfering with your minoxidil solution and the crusting you see is the actual minoxidil medication on top of your scalp. Simply apply minoxidil after showering, switch to another liquid formula, or use the foam minoxidil.