Does minoxidil work for the temple area?

Minoxidil is not generally used for the temples. You would need an examination to understand why you are losing hair in the first place.   It may or may not work.  If you are concerned see your doctor for an exam.

Hello, thanks for your question.
Minoxidil is effective in protecting the non-transplanted hairs by keeping them in anagen phase for longer.  Patients often times need a blueprint for maintaining native hairs so that future procedures are not necessary.  Transplanted hairs have been reported to grow faster with minoxidil. Evidence has been reported by several studies with limited numbers including at a Consensus Report at the 9th Annual Meeting in 2002.  The main downside of minoxidil is irritation which is often mitigated by the use of foam.
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Dr. Anil Shah

Yes, Minoxidil works in the temple area
to help slow the progression of hair loss.  However, if it is discontinued you could lose the hair you have gained.There are many additional procedures
that could be done to help with hair loss including platelet-rich plasma
injections to the scalp, using laser light therapy to stimulate hair growth, and
also hair transplantation procedures.

Depending on your age and hair loss
history, some interventions may be better than others at this time. We
recommend an evaluation with a hair restoration expert in your area for further
consultation.

Yes Minoxidil will work in the temple area (as in any other area) to halt the progression of hair loss.Other useful adjuncts are Low Level Laser Light and PRP(Platelet Rich Plasma) .Sometimes these methods can thicken some of the hair that has become thinner(miniaturized) thus giving the appearance of increased density,but the major effect is stopping hair loss.You may also be a candidate for Hair Restoration as it is very effective in the temples.

Yes, this will work on the temples as well. Keep in mind, you will need to continue using Minoxidil to keep your results. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like PRP/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer