Can foam minoxidil be slightly heated in a microwave to convert it into a liquid?

January 14, 2018
Asked By:JCHAN54 in California, Maryland

Will it still be as effective? It's only heated to be warm not hot for about 5 seconds. I did this because the traditional liquid 5% minoxidil causes severe itching. The original 5% foam does not cause itching but is difficult to apply directly to the scalp. Converting the foam to liquid makes it easier to apply to the scalp. Or does doing this alter the ingredients to not be effective? Thank you for the help.

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