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Can I tan while using Minoxidil?

April 29, 2015
Asked By:moumensamad in Muscat, OM

Hello im using minoxidil 5% and I desperately wanna tan, can i wash off my head and go to the beach then apply minoxidil or would this still make side effects ?

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December 23, 2015

Answer: If you want to go tanning and want to use minoxidil jus follow the instructions on the label.

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December 23, 2015

Answer: If you want to go tanning and want to use minoxidil jus follow the instructions on the label.

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Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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May 1, 2015

Answer: Minoxidil

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May 1, 2015

Answer: Minoxidil

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