A little bit redness with minoxidil 5%, is normal? Do I have to stop using it? How to know if I have dermatitis? thank in advance jesus
Answer: Minoxidil irritation If applied properly to the scalp Minoxidil(Rogaine) can cause skin redness and irritation.If it persists and is uncomfortable, consider decreasing to once a day or to the 2% formula.I would recommend consulting with a Dermatologist.
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Answer: Minoxidil irritation If applied properly to the scalp Minoxidil(Rogaine) can cause skin redness and irritation.If it persists and is uncomfortable, consider decreasing to once a day or to the 2% formula.I would recommend consulting with a Dermatologist.
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Answer: You may experience a little bit of redness with minoxidil since it dilates blood vessels
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Answer: You may experience a little bit of redness with minoxidil since it dilates blood vessels
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January 24, 2017
Answer: A little bit redness with Minoxidil 5%, is that normal? Thank you for the post. Yes, that is a common side effect of Minoxidil. Minoxidil can cause irritation of the scalp, redness, dryness, itchiness, to name a few. If you feel your skin is not handling the minoxidil well, consider using a lower dose/percentage. Hope this helps.
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January 24, 2017
Answer: A little bit redness with Minoxidil 5%, is that normal? Thank you for the post. Yes, that is a common side effect of Minoxidil. Minoxidil can cause irritation of the scalp, redness, dryness, itchiness, to name a few. If you feel your skin is not handling the minoxidil well, consider using a lower dose/percentage. Hope this helps.
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January 23, 2017
Answer: Minoxidil problems Minoxidil unfortunately requires to be mixed with alcohol as a base. ITs the alcohol which causes the problems. Mind you Minoxidil is still only a general prostaglandin agonist. There are other more effective hair growth stimulants which are specific to head hair and which will produce much better results without the irritation caused by minixidil formulas. Go see a hair regrowth specialist who is not also a transplant surgeon to learn about the newest treatment options available. Minoxidil first came out over 20 years ago and if it really cured hair loss there wouldnt be so many bald people still around.
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January 23, 2017
Answer: Minoxidil problems Minoxidil unfortunately requires to be mixed with alcohol as a base. ITs the alcohol which causes the problems. Mind you Minoxidil is still only a general prostaglandin agonist. There are other more effective hair growth stimulants which are specific to head hair and which will produce much better results without the irritation caused by minixidil formulas. Go see a hair regrowth specialist who is not also a transplant surgeon to learn about the newest treatment options available. Minoxidil first came out over 20 years ago and if it really cured hair loss there wouldnt be so many bald people still around.
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January 21, 2017
Answer: Redness with minoxidil Redness with minoxidil is not necessarily bad - unless the itch is severe, or associated with severe flaking or shedding of hair. See your dermatologist if you are worried or the redness worsens. A mild dermatitis may help the minoxidil work better. I often advise my patients to add an anti-dandruff shampoo to their routines as it may help control yeast that sometimes contribute to the minoxidil dermatitis.
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January 21, 2017
Answer: Redness with minoxidil Redness with minoxidil is not necessarily bad - unless the itch is severe, or associated with severe flaking or shedding of hair. See your dermatologist if you are worried or the redness worsens. A mild dermatitis may help the minoxidil work better. I often advise my patients to add an anti-dandruff shampoo to their routines as it may help control yeast that sometimes contribute to the minoxidil dermatitis.
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