All about Rogaine (Minoxidil): a Q&A with a dermatologist| Dr Dray

A Q&A with a dermatologist on everything you want to know about Rogaine (minoxidil) for baldness.
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[@sarahfox6375]

I'm 47 and I've been using it and I've not only had hair grow back in places of thinning but the rest of my hair has got thicker. I'm pleased with the results.

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for sharing Ms Sarah

[@sarahfox6375]

Suzi Hazlove No I’ve had none... I’m very careful to wash my hands after every application as instructed, don’t know if that helps. My 80 year old Mother uses it also with no bad effects

[@numyum9913]

Sarah fox how do you apply the rogaine? Do you prefer to use it at night or in morning? Foam or topical?

[@sarahfox6375]

num yum I use foam, apply one pump morning and night rub in and wash hands.

[@numyum9913]

Sarah Fox thank you for reply. Are you using Rogaine or have you tried other brands like kirkland?

[@Frinfarr]

I have never written a comment on anything, but just wanted to thank you for the thoughtful information and time devoted to researching and then making these videos to share with everyone. You are very informative, direct, no nonsense and easy to understand. Oh, and there isn’t a co-pay! Thank you for all that you do to make this part of the world a better place.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks! Hope you are having a good week and thanks for watching

[@GeeAre]

Thanks for the video. Wondering if any answers have changed since this was made. Some shortcuts for those interested: 0:14 Intro 0:51 Origins 1:37 Uses 2:32 5% most effective? 3:08 How does it work? 4:25 When will I see results? 4:53 Should I expect thick and full hair? 5:22 Side effects 5:38 Is it normal for my hair to fall out when I start using Rogaine!? 7:36 What if it drips on my face? 8:16 Can I use on my eyelashes and eyebrows? 8:58 Is it safe? 10:00 Can I use if pregnant or breastfeeding? 11:20 Will Rogaine cure or reverse my hair loss? 12:55 Is Rogaine right for me?

[@GeeAre]

Also wondering: Can WOMEN use "ROGAINE for MEN?" and vice versa

[@Lazdinger]

“Be careful to not get it on your face as it may grow hair where you don’t intend.” Every 16 year old male 👉 🤩

[@abdirisakawes6544]

😂

[@sh.570]

😂😂😂👌🏻

[@nayemalaboni8318]

Lmao

[@dscjmc6513]

My brother did this and it worked really well

[@varsha4299]

Samw with me...my facial hairs are growing and also body hairss.plss tell mt what to do..i alrdy stopped it 20-25dys bck

[@paulazemeckis7835]

I used Monoxidil 5% about 4 or 5 years ago. My hairline started to "M". The Monoxidil created a good amount of thinner hair that covered both of the tops of the "M". The hair remains to this day and my forehead is not receding. I went through 5 small bottles of it. Now I will try it on my thinning eyebrows!

[@JOHNROBERTCRUZ]

Research that...some docs on youtube say it's not safe for eyebrows...

[@kofismith5083]

Kirkland or Rogaine

[@video2000_TV]

not safe for eyebrows as it might seep into your eyes and cause permanent blurred vision

[@HelenAvery]

Glad to have an actual doctor making a video about Rogaine and minoxidil! I make KZbin reviews about my experience with Rogaine but I get so many (medical) questions about it that I can’t answer. I usually point them to you! ❤️

[@priyamishra302]

May i ask shrimpy from how long u r using this nd i heard tht hair fall get restart after every 5-6 months...is it true nd is it effective once in a day...hope u'll reply!!

[@sachinsridharan99]

@@priyamishra302 don't use minoxidil

[@Mram1031]

@@sachinsridharan99 Why? It would helpful if you will elaborate why you are discouraging the use of Minoxidil.

[@middlefinger22]

I've been using it on my eyebrows since may and i've seen such an amazing difference in eyebrow growth

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for sharing! Glad to hear that it has helped!

[@itsaaronlolz]

I used it for my brows too and then I got lazy and they went back to normal 🙄

[@VendPrekmurec]

I've been using it on my balls and ass. I am pleased with results and growth

[@tmc14121]

Aaron bear- how long did it take to go back to normal? ive stopped using it 5 months ago and my brows are still shedding

[@tmc14121]

middlefinger22 - r u still using it on the brows? or have u stopped? ive stopped and still shedding 5months post rogaine

[@koopatoopa667]

Just got this for my wife ,she got bald from chemo ,thanks for this review It really helped us understand more about this drug.

[@Suha_Chakravorty]

She'll have her beautiful hair back sooner, and she'll be really happy 😊❤

[@dontoni8041]

Just had rare side effect yesterday. Ended in hospital for angina. Be careful guys if you still have the old foam cans. Because when its coming to an end and its not foaming anymore, it came out as liquid. And i believe i the half a lid cup was equivalent to more than recommended dosage. I had chest pain, trouble breathing and dizziness.

[@Momofukudoodoowindu]

@DorothyParker may I ask your age? I'm 28 and I have not experienced these side effects. I have FPB on the left side of my scalp.

[@sheridanruth]

It's really encouraging to see professionals sharing information and their thoughts on treatments and research for hair loss. Thank you so much for sharing this with the community.

[@lexandersig]

They are part of the Pharmaceutical monopoly. Doctors are actually the legs of that huge monster.

[@ironicphonic8195]

I was so scared that the rogaine was causing more hair loss! Im dealing with alopecia so seeing a new area of thinning scared me and made me severely depressed. Thank you for clarifying that it is the normal part of the process!!

[@sandwitch2579]

Did Rogaine help then? Did you experience any side effects?

[@TrevreWxAZ]

Stimulates hair growth, if used with a derma needle it will increase the hair growth by 2x. Though unfortunately it doesn’t stop hair loss, should look into finasteride.

[@kalnedlewil2897]

Thank u ! I am in same boat

[@strnglhld]

@@TrevreWxAZ it stopped my hair loss entirely

[@askingwhyisfree7436]

also, if your hair is thinning malnutrition might also be a contributory factor. Here's what I took which helped me. Along with applying minoxidil I took magnesium supplements, hydrolyzed collagen, vit D and zinc. Hope this helped. Don't forget to dermaroll 0.5mm or more before applying minoxidil.

[@darla2661]

but arent you only supposed to dermaroll once a week

[@godislove6445]

I think it depends how much you derma roll u can just dermaroll for like 1-2 minutes everyday instead of the 5-10 minutes recommended 1X a week.

[@strnglhld]

I don’t dermaroll and rogaine still works great.

[@ieat-bunnies-forbrunch]

are you still using minoxidil? i started using it and im now thinking of stopping it bc i grew a lot of facial hair i lost my hair due to malnutrition. i naturally have very thick hair

[@E99-w5n]

Will a multivitamin work

[@armroj51]

Does dr dray also make beats?

[@DrDrayzday]

we be rockin til the wheels fall off

[@marianabarraza4047]

🤣

[@adamcharles2972]

i f with this reply

[@waynewhiteman7446]

I'm a 39 year old male I'm starting to recede and freaking out should I use regain 😣

[@ggwp9317]

Lol..

[@suecampbell4811]

I use Rogaine and have the best way to apply - through trial and error - buy a metal demitasse cup and saucer and keep t in the freezer. When you take it out to apply the Minoxidil, put the plastic can cap inside the cup. When you spray the foam, it will blow up higher in the cap and you will find the very last of the foam will be as firm as the first. Easy and 100 percent of the time, the foam will stay firm and if you're like me, you'll use less to cover your target areas.

[@Macinhd777]

Before you try this. I recommend you look up natural oils, like rosemary oil, olive oil, and castor oil. For some it works even better and has no side effects like fast heart rate.

[@Samfrancis0000]

This lady seems so nice lol.

[@OVXX666]

yeah shes uwu

[@Goat.phomator666]

I think she's a female Jaw Titan.

[@klmknop]

@@Goat.phomator666 she’s Pieck

[@ellyz5044]

As a ski instructor I wear a helmet half of the year and started to see my hair thinning so my dermatologist recommended Minoxidil. In France, 2% and 5% is sold in local drugstores or para-pharmacies. 2% cost 29,99€ and 5% cost 39,99€. I used 2% for 6 Mos and didn't see results. At 5% (usually only sold for male hair loss) for 6 Mos, I did see results in little fuzzy hairs growing around my forehead. However, when I stopped using it, all the results faded drastically. I think it's useful for increasing little hair growth to get the impression of fuller hair, but long term is a waste of money and effort. Maybe the fact my hair is covered and not breathing is part of it. I watched every one of your videos (so informative). Over here in the French/ Swiss Alps, we are exposed to high altitudes, harsh wind, cold and heavy sun. As winter months, snow and ski season are coming, I have another question regarding SPF. I currently switched my regular Roche Posay Anthelios XL SPF 50+ for the new "tinted" version to avoid using an extra BB cream afterwards. Do you get the same SPF coverage from the tinted? Is there any scientific proof on this? Also, there is a new scientific report on chapsticks (lip SPF's) in France, stating the top 10 detrimental ones including Avene, Uriage, Carmex due to BHT. Could you recommend an effective clean SPF for lips? Much love and best wishes to you.

[@DrDrayzday]

Would love to visit the beautiful French/Swiss Alps sometime. I really like this lip spf: amzn.to/2yBVfTd

[@scivnce4273]

This channel is GOLD

[@CLZynp]

I got Minoxidil with the recommendation of my dermatologist a few months ago and I wish i watched this video back when i first started using it because I immediately stopped after seeing hair growth on my face (i have hair thinning on my scalp) i wish every dermatologist was as detailed as you are, thank you for such an informative video!! Can’t wait to see more videos of yours☺️

[@DrDrayzday]

my videos are often close to 20 minutes...in that amount of time a dermatologist is expected to see several patients, while juggling paperwork, charting, and insurance prior authorization requests..so the short amount of time that an office visit is restricted to is not a fair comparison

[@heckman28]

This is so true. I come with a list of questions when I see my derm and she has her hand on the door trying to leave within 2 minutes. I hate it. It takes so long to get in to see a dermatologist and when u do, they have to get you out as soon as possible. This is why I love watching Andrea. She’s honest and has the time to tell me important information that my personal derm does not. Not sure what it is about Andrea that has me coming back as there are several derms on KZbin, but I always come back to her.

[@tejashwiniravi6319]

Hi am 33 my eyebrows are less and then I then later I suffered from auto immune disease where my brows fell and I consulted doctor but no results till now can u suggest me the solution pls

[@lyching5709]

Hi can you updated pls! Do you still use it? And when you stopped does your hair fall a lot)

[@Its_me--Boo_Radley]

After watching this video, I ordered Rogaine foam--5% concentration. I think the foam type is a newer formulation. It is my understanding that the foam version does not contain propylene glycol, so if sensitively to this substance is a factor, this may be a good alternative. The foam is very easy to target to the intended area, without having the product drip in unwanted areas.

[@DrDrayzday]

that is correct!

[@numyum9913]

Thank you for info! I was debating on topical versus foam. Now I know foam for me.

[@TheCMJernigan]

Thank you for this insightful video.

[@kentyiluminada7676]

Dr Dray can you use rogaine along with other hair growth or hair thickening shampoos

[@goldenboys2]

I want to know this as well.

[@clearbright5407]

Dear Dr. Dray - your videos are super informative. One gets to learn so much. I truly appreciate you taking your time to create such educational videos. Thank you so much.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks so much! Glad to hear and hope you are having a great Friday :)

[@Milkyman92]

Beware of the depleted collagen. I was about to order minoxidil for beard growth, but then i found that it drastically deplete collagen which makes you look older and your skin tight.

[@garvenshar6846]

Really? From where did you know about this?

[@Patralekha6]

@@DrDrayzday Doctor your videos are so helpful as if you are Goddess 🙏🏼 Please let me know is Minoxidil more effective than Redensyl ? But so sad need to apply life time Minox. Which will be suitable for me ? Me - I m changing gender from male to female & currently in 5 months harmones.

[@AnnaTomo]

Amazing explanation. I'm 28 and I'm loosing hair fast. Thanks for this!

[@NadiaMichelle]

Same here. Hope we can hold on to it.

[@littlewing3018]

Worked for me. (28) go for it.

[@chickchick7201]

Get your thyroid checked girls- thats why I lost so much of mine and eyebrows. Now that the thyroid is in a good place using this stuff to stimulate regrowth of eyebrows and hair edges. Only been a week and the eyebrows might be showing some growth for me.

[@Slatkamala3]

@@littlewing3018 hi☺ just wanted to know if minoxidil still works for u and if u don't mind answering-is your hair loss pcos related? Mine is.

[@littlewing3018]

@@Slatkamala3 i had a bad thyroid crisis (thyrotoxicosis), half my hair fell off (worst things happened, heart problems and such. But the hair loss sucks too). Tried and failed treatment with pills and did radioactive iodine dec 2018. It grew back quite fast with minoxidil. I still have to use it regularly or some of the new hair falls. Check with your doctor and please check your thyroid regularly. My health is good now and the new hair grew a bit curly but i love it! (sorry, english Is not my first language)

[@innocencesoul]

I've been using it for 6 months and it's amazing! New hair is growing everywhere even though I suffer from hereditary hair loss. The only downside is that it makes your hair look oily.

[@tehgzizlauw1787]

Are you Male or female? From what I've gathered women get better results than men with rogain

[@innocencesoul]

@@tehgzizlauw1787 female :) but my mom's hairloss is pretty severe, so I didn't expect much at first.

[@SV28888]

Did you start noticing the hair growth around the 4 month mark like Dr Dray mentioned? Or was it sooner? I've been using it for a month now and patiently waiting and hoping that I see results

[@kentyiluminada7676]

Mell Pink which specific brand are you using and how many percent? I recently ordered the male rogaine cuz i heard it works better but the box says not for women use

[@12324952]

Mell Pink how much hair falls out like how bad is it ?

[@jellyacc]

kinda scary that its been used for 30 years and ppl still dont know how it works

[@VeinyDickTracy]

Jessie Dahl - thank you for your comment

[@Automotib]

@@VeinyDickTracy nice username Dick

[@rafaelthe_ninja_turtle3888]

Jessie Dahl isnt it scarier that we dont know how anesthesia (yes anesthesia) works but we still use it lmaooo

[@selahjames1267]

@@rafaelthe_ninja_turtle3888 yes that is much scarier. I didn't know that

[@artcore9886]

@@rafaelthe_ninja_turtle3888 Im and anesthetist in Atlanta. What part of it do you not understand? or are you just too lazy to look it up? Basically, its combination of anesthesia gas, narcotics, and muscle relaxers that do the job.

[@shelbytoddie6841]

I just binged watched all of ur videos and written so many notes. This is a blessing to have came across your very informative channel.

[@anjoliaisenbrey6456]

Thank you!!! You relieved so much anxiety. I read that shedding increases but I needed to hear it again, so thank you! 🙏🏽

[@Berries.creamm]

Omg how long does the shedding last?..

[@bethearl8686]

OMG!!! I put up with insane itching and dandruff all because I was using a dandruff shampoo. When I happened to switch to baby shampoo the problems was gone. It was a miracle.

[@loriisawesome4538]

I've been using equate brand 2% twice daily. I just started month 3 and I am seeing baby hairs. I use the liquid form not foam. It's quite the opposite from drying. You are spot on about being careful on dripping. I'm seeing growth outside of my hairline. So I'm being very careful to keep application in the center of my scalp.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for sharing about the equate version! try the shower cap method

[@jeandalcin7623]

1877889651Lori Is Awseome

[@mayramanzo1]

Can I shower, dry my hair and then apply it? Can I leave it on all day? The instructions in the box is not as detailed.

[@m.b.1702]

@Lori is Awesome - oh my goodness, I'm seeing fine dark hair on the side of my pretty face 😲 my dermatologist said to stop using it until that hair goes away. It's mostly on the left side. I'm guessing it was getting on my face when I sleep. I'm disappointed. I just saw this video. Wish I knew this before I started. I wonder if I wax the light facial hair will it return? Oh boyee, like I need another issue😣

[@YaelGC7]

Lori Is Awseome when you applied it do you only put it in the center of the scalp!l? Or in different parts of your scalp

[@stephc9772]

Castor oil works wonders for growing your eyebrows and even lashes! I use it every night and i notice growth within the first week 🤗 I know you can use it on your scalp/ hair too but it is really thick so you’d want to shower the next day, I haven’t used it on my scalp

[@BAFFLED-u4o]

It doesn't always work for everyone depending on the problem.

[@Este730]

Didnt work for me, nor onion juice, now im tryin coconutmilk lol trying everything

[@anj8075]

You put my anxiety at bay!! I was afraid of the hairloss part

[@MaluMartins23]

The whole idea that it stops working if you stop using it makes sense to me. It’s like working out or maintaining your health overall, you never stop taking care of it. It’s a continuous process.

[@khan-pakhtun]

Thats why im not even trying to use it.

[@sarahp.3837]

discipline training

[@Shinebright_renee]

I used it many years ago when suffering from traction Alopecia and it seemed to work wonder is however when I ran out of it and stopped using it I noticed the same hairs falling back out. Since I have gotten a hair transplant done and my doctor said it’s safe to use fir a few months as a booster for the new hair. Months after my transplant I’m thinking about giving it a shot.

[@sumrandumguy7177]

How long had u been using it for when u stopped? Some say that if u use it long enough, (likes year at least) the hair follicles become terminal and don’t fall out after discontinuing use of minoxidil

[@ondinehd6889]

OMG! I don't know that I can bear going trough the "fall-out" process, before hair starts to grow again, specially in the front of the head, where one has bangs.

[@angelrone5488]

I'm using minoxidil 2% Sandoz it's french Brand it worked fine i used to apply it daily for 4months straight then i started applying it twice a week to one's a month n my hair grow n became thick n dark I'm 8months now it's good my bold spot have baby hair

[@RenikaVectora]

Im just starting with Wal-Mart's Equate brand that has the same ingredients and excellent reviews. Thinning hair runs on my mother's side plus Im in my 50s. I want my thicker hair that I had in my 20s and 30s. I didnt notice my hair getting thinner until I noticed it in pictures. I have every confidence that it will work with continued use. Im in it for the long haul. Wish me luck.

[@marktroddyn3351]

46 year old male. been using it for years. No side effects. Not as effective as I would like but it's better than nothing. I just keep my hair buzzed.

[@realkumasi]

Does it work...

[@plagedh3]

Listen man it works to an extent if you take boitin and minoxidil rogiane or watever and it will get alot thicker and stop it better do it early so imo after a year of use twice a day stopped losing I shed alot I was freaking out but if u keep use it you'll get about 20 to 40 percent better more fuller hair I love it. Boitin is a pill makes ur hiar thicker nice to combo

[@plagedh3]

Spend the money for a year about 450 with the boitin and if u like keep using if not stop

[@jekareloaded9343]

Hermione Grainger grew up and become a dermatologist

[@ArgentinaCook]

Basically it is like latisse for eye lashes

[@BeautymeetsSelf]

Your video content really does have useful information, and really good value! I get a lot of help from your videos, and your reviews, and love your Q & A's. I enjoy getting informed with so many different factors that come into play, when deciding to use a product, through all your videos. And also feel confident that I am getting the right information from your videos, and that you have experience, and know your topics well, keep it up! You are doing a great job, letting others know about the reality of cosmetics, personal care products, and safety guidelines while people could be skeptical about using those products can get advantage from your content. Youre putting the truth out there for us, and letting us know about the myths, that can continously follow us all our lives. Great job, I love you for helping others, I think your devotion to help others as a social worker is phenomenal, hats off to you, and what you are giving back to the community. That is truly something!

[@seersha2937]

I have been using Minoxidil for 9 months. Although I had good results for hair restoration I noticed a sudden and severe loss of collagen. There have been many reports of ppl suspecting minoxidil topical as the culprit and the drug companies have denied this is a side effect. One Dr investigated and said no serious studies have been done to verify this is not an untoward reaction. I discontinued immediately am using retinol and self micro needling which of course will take time to know the benefits of. Most ppl are complaining of sudden facial aging sagging jowls and drooping lids. My S/S were so sudden I virtually woke up with redundant skin on my upper eye lids and neck. Also I don’t want to loose the hair I gained so I am trying peppermint essential oils and biotin oral. If anyone else is experiencing this don’t just post it on Reddit report it to a dermatologist immediately.

[@matchalattesweetened]

this is so helpful. May I ask collagen loss where?

[@Steven-do2dp]

Would appreciate an update on your collagen loss. Are you sure it is a collagen loss?

[@jillpotts7472]

i can not believe how much your hair grew from here to now

[@DeuceSF]

Hey Dr Dray does minoxidil ever stop working when used religiously?

[@siddm9633]

Thanks Doc, this was the most comprehensive Rogaine review in KZbin.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@itszoeeasy3521]

Dr Dray , can you please review Nioxin products for hair growth Thank you ☺️

[@armbreaker713]

itszoe easy I’ve had zero results with those products

[@Pigeonee]

Same... 0 results 😒

[@Queen-lc3li]

I have hair loss in certain areas of my hair. If I use minoxidil allover my hair and then stop using it eventually, will it cause me to lose hair even in the places where I originally wasn’t having hair loss ? I’m only 25 and so I want to be careful using this med

[@matcha.clouds]

So happy to see this!! NBR extensions really thinned out my hair and I bought this and a propacil treatment to try. I also plan to oil my hair and scalp weekly to recover from this.

[@luvitaq8284]

Hello, How has your hair been so far?

[@christie3478]

To all the viewers with male hormones, I strongly advise against using minoxidil. I always tell my male patients that based on the results I have consistently observed (from all of my patients) and that is: the guarantee side effect of minoxidil withdrawal is baldness regardless of your genetic condition. You can watch 1000 different videos from 1000 different certified dermatologists/doctors talking about 1000 different advantages and disadvantages of minoxidil, the underlying truth is minoxidil when applied topically is essentially steroids for your hair. It stimulates growth in an abnormal way and disturbs the male hormone even more. I am going to skip all the more terrifying details about using minoxidil. I never studied minoxidil effects in female patients so I cannot provide any consultation on that.

[@MademoiselleBleme]

The product says that it only works as long as you keep using it. So in "Minoxidil withdrawal" (= stopping to use it), it's clear that the patient will go back to their natural balding state. Please stop unnecessarily spreading fear and please have some empathy for people who suffer from hairloss. It can have an immense effect on the psyche - for me, it's worse than when I had acne - so "steroids for your hair" might just be what is needed to go back to the original full hair and happy self. From what you write, I see no reason to advise against it.

[@SteveJonesOwnsDSP]

This makes no sense because minoxidil is simply a vasodilator. Even oral minoxidil does not affect male hormones -- only potential side effect is heart palpitations, and that makes sense because it is used to control blood pressure. You are trying to correlated hair loss from minoxidil disuse, as a disruptor to male hormones -- which is false and illogical. Now if you were to say that for Finasteride, which affects DHT levels, you'd have a stronger case, but clearly you have shown your ineptitude by correlating an effect to something else without credible logic, facts, or studies.

[@bathemeinchampagne]

You are not a board certified MD. Your lack of basic knowledge of hair growth physiology, your absolutely astounding nonsense regarding your claim of steroid effects and male hormonal effects ( which hormone are you even referring to ??) is ludicrous not just because it is false but because any qualified Dr would possess the knowledge of biochemistry, endocrinology and pharmacology to know that's farcical nonsense. It's outright BS. Wherever your Mickley Mouse qualification came from you are an outright Quack

[@yaya14every81]

Don’t do minoxidil if you don’t know your family’s history on psoriasis. Within 3 months of using minoxidil I developed palmar plantar psoriasis. (I remember having thick knees all my life but didn’t realize it was psoriasis) Doctors need to warn patients about the side effects. The past four years have been nothing but hellish. (I should’ve just shaved my hair and move on with life. If I could change that one decision I would. Being bald is nowhere as painful as having thick fissures on the sole of your feet)

[@micahmoss3751]

What happens if I use it before I have any hair loss? My family has a history of baldness so I’m just trying to be safe.

[@dakotah8092]

I’m literally doing this rn out of boredness caused by quarantine. I have relatively thick hair but I just want it to be thicker. I can update you the result three months later if u want to lol.

[@MarissaCooperButPoor]

@@dakotah8092 I would love you if you could ❤️❤️❤️ please do 🙏

[@dakotah8092]

@@MarissaCooperButPoor tbh this stuff is like magic. I have tried so many other hair growth serum like grow gorgeous and the ordinary one, but rogaine is at the next level. Two weeks using this stuff I already have so many tiny hairs grow out in my hairline. I can’t tell the difference in my scalp so far but the growth in the hairline is pretty good.

[@peace606]

@@dakotah8092 did you apply on whole hair? Or only on line or something

[@dakotah8092]

@@peace606 I use it both on the whole head and the hairline

[@MeadeSkeltonMusic]

Will it interact with hair coloring- such as just for men?

[@KingCribble]

How can a woman be so intimidating yet so attractive

[@jessicao8517]

KingCribble she’s intimidating? ??

[@heylookatmelookatme]

You look BEAUTIFUL! That jewel-tone blue is perfect on you! Anyway, at 50, I've only used 5% strength. My minoxidil "cocktail" is a prescription that also includes finasteride and a DHT blocker. My dermatologist told me to "monitor side effects and we'll adjust accordingly". I have noticed a teeny bit more translucent peach fuzz on my face since starting minoxidil use, which a weekly shave fixes. : )

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks!

[@galvan10ful]

I can't wait for more information on spiranolactone

[@DrDrayzday]

:)

[@tonyadodd9130]

I've been on this for 8 months now originally for really bad acne nodules mostly hair loss. I haven't had a hormonal Breakout in 4 months and my hair has stop shedding large amounts 2 months ago. It's amazing

[@marianapoli3379]

Tonya Howe - Hi Tonya, can I please ask for an update on your progress with Spironolactone and how much you take?

[@imperialchalice]

@@tonyadodd9130 just started this myself. Can I ask what dosage you are taking? I’m starting off at 50 mg because I’m new to it.

[@tonyadodd9130]

@@imperialchaliceI was on 100mg and was on it for a year and a half until my husband and I wanted to start trying. I went off it for 2 months before we started trying because my doctor said if we got pregnant with a boy it could demasculinized the baby. I haven't been on it since I'm nursing, but I think the pregnancy hit a reset on my hormones and I don't need these meds anymore 😁

[@babybunnie1840]

Dr Dray! Your subtitles in your videos do not work! I would like to know how to spell some of the medications you mentioned but the way you set up the videos there is no possibility of this happening! You should mention the names of the medications under your heading of the videos. Thanks!

[@IndigoChild007]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@lifechangingmoments9074]

Regaine is contraindicated in Pregnancy & Breast-Feeding. Hair growth is not permanent. It will grow fine downy hairs, which fall out when you stop using it, so need to keep using it.

[@sh0werp0wer]

I really only tuned in because I was interested in hearing about the link between minoxidil and collagen damage/depletion. Do you have any thoughts on that? It seems very loosely hinted at through a few studies, and there are an abundance of people online complaining about negative effects on the skin from using minoxidil - such as wrinkles, sagging skin and puffiness.

[@DrDrayzday]

no evidence for that, no

[@seersha2937]

No serious studies have been done. Makes sense why pay to do a legit study that potentially could devastate sales or even have it prohibited.

[@aidabeco]

Dr. Dray, what are your thoughts on using Minoxidil alongside with microneedling (0.25 mm)? And if useful, is it better to use during, before oder after needling? Thanks a lot!

[@motley679]

Drying out of the scalp? I used it before and my scalp after I got to the 7 month supply my scalp started drying out. splotchy looking, I had strong effects of hair regrowth fast but I stopped using it since but I just ordered the foam as it seems to be a cure for people in my case. All of my hair up top turned clear blond, so I finally got around to using rogain. When I was using it, all of my clear blond hairs started coming in really dark. but the drying out/cracking/ really wanted to keep using it so bleeding due to dry scalp lol... Really wanted to stay on it for a year at least but that was bothersome. Oddly I still have the same results after stopping use for 9 months which is crazy, but I plan to use it for a life time.. I highly recommend rogain. Going to re try rogain and look into a nice moisturizer for my scalp

[@shardaycota9164]

Did u lose the hair when u stoped using rogaine?

[@shardaycota9164]

Coconut oil 4 scalp.

[@copiumforthepeople]

Massaging a non-irritating conditioner into your scalp will do

[@carmenwilley8858]

Minoxidil did not work for me on scalp. Derm says I cannot have hair transplant. Trying Spironolactone. My eyelashes and eyebrows have fallen out like crazy! But have lichen planopilaris and had cancer and taking Anastrozole and think that also is making me lose hair. Can't win!

[@desertroseJAXX]

Dr. Dray thanks for all the valuable information u provide. I accidentally ordered ROGAINE for men. Can I use it until I get the one for women?

[@gsworldbuilder8472]

15:38 THIS lol. I've been using it for a long time now, and it's become part of my daily routine, but this shedding fase... I was not prepared for that, didn't know it would happen, so that got me nearly in tears at first! People do need to be made aware of this :D It's a great product though. I've been using the liquid for years now, I might switch to the foam hoping it'll be a little less messy.

[@layanbarakat2874]

May i ask u about the shedding phase ? How long did it last? Ive been using the foam for 9 weeks now and i still shed

[@PandaA-cv3mm]

@@layanbarakat2874 My Dr said that is normal and can happen. Did you stay with it? I’m shedding badly now too. Ugh! Haha.

[@VexEx_0]

Okay, so what if I stopped using minoxidil abruptly and then months later wanted to use it again. Are there any side affects in the body for that?

[@justcece5709]

I’ve tried rogaine in two occasions and it’s actually lowered my blood pressure a lot to the point where I got dizzy spells. Do you have any advice or suggestions about what to do about this?

[@Happy.Snowwhite]

don't put too much. I am same too. the body will get adjusted. if you lower the dose, it will be OK.

[@Meeeee_1]

@@Future-zx9ts no I don't think that's good be careful which your advice sir

[@dualscreengrant]

This video was uploaded in 2017. The treatment we want to hear about now is oral minoxidil.

[@wyattE415]

I just started recently. I am about a week and 2 days into minoxidil 5% for men. Hoping that it works because I am 30 years old and just start noticing that my widow's peak is gradually becoming a bit steeper, so I am making sure to spread it around especially to the left and right of my widow's peak. I know that it is only FDA approved for hair loss on the crown rather than receding hair, but there are so many stories of guys that have been able to grow thick "minoxidil beards" which actually look good and indistinguishable from a naturally grown thick beard. I am certainly glad it is generic because I picked up a six month supply on Amazon (smallest amount you can purchase for this generic brand). Fortunately, my six month supply was a little cheaper than a 3 month supply of other brands, and I believe it was cheaper than just 1 month of actual Rogaine for Men. I also am looking into supplements/nutritional ways to encourage hair growth or at least slow down or halt hair loss. So far I have a biotin supplement and a collagen supplement on the way.

[@friendlyfire782]

A dermaroller will speed up process but wait 12 hrs before applying. I dermaroll Sunday night and use minoxidil 2 times a day. Good luck

[@olamahfouz5912]

How can I maintain the hair I grew on minoxidil? Because I will start using it and I'm worried if I stop it the new hair will fall out.

[@brujaphoenix]

Hi dr Dray, will I still get benefits if I use minoxidil every other day? Do you really have to use it every single day for the rest of your life? Thank you. Love your videos. xxx

[@ursellalucylle]

Am late, sorry😅 but, for me it works..every other day... wirh 1.25 mg. oral. Every other day as well.👍🏻🍀

[@tomaszfalkowski7508]

I had stage 4 lymphoma and went through 6 months of chemotherapy obviously I lost all my hair and I used minoxidil and it helped my hair grow back much faster than normal.

[@googleuser9975]

Is it possible that the new hair growth would stay when stopping the treatment of the hair loss was due to stress in connection to a stressful event and not a disease?

[@ashleyjudd1789]

I didn’t shed at all staring oral minoxidil feb 1 this year. But lots of new hair growth. But never had a shed on it. So is it possibly I might not have AGA after all???

[@ninavaldi2032]

Does minoxidil inhibit collagen production or speed up aging? I've heard this is a side effect

[@carmen5888]

yes

[@heidevoglis9178]

Btw I wanna try to help others be proactive before it's too late. My initial hair loss that started over 8 yrs ago was from me being on Risperdal/Risperdone (generic name). .. I was on it for anxiety/sleep.. I can't remember how long but this caused my female pattern baldness..I've been using men's Rogaine for years. Now 3 months after covid.. major hair loss .. menopause doesn't help either.. I'm back on Men's Rogaine daily and these supplements If you know anyone on Risperdal or has/had covid please be aware.. It's embarrassing and discouraging..(glass half full-I have great teeth) 🙃 If I can help 1 person it's worth sharing.. 🙏🏼💜

[@ekhlaqueahmad8220]

There are reports that if you use Minoxidil for a certain period of time it develop its tolerance level and stops working.. Is it true? You won't get results after a certain period of time it really stops working? Please answer.

[@Rerp2000]

Dr. Dray can you taper off of Minoxidil after hair loss due to Hypothyroidism has been treated and levels are maintained as normal? Or do you consider using Minoxidil at all for hair loss due to thyroid issues?

[@dipanwitapaul7833]

Thank you Doc! my dermatologist suggested me to use 2% and I have been using it for about 5 weeks and I am shadding like crazzy so I got scared and stressed. really thought of stop using it. You made me calm! lots of love

[@terrir.7604]

How long did it last? How is it going now?

[@judyconte6566]

2 questions about rogaine that I don't think that you answered one what if you're already on blood pressure medication for high blood pressure How would rogaine then affect that & also can it cause anything like cancer In other words is it 100% safe to use I mean completely safe to use ????

[@erincarroll9412]

im 21and have been losing my hair since i was 19. this really affects my self-esteem): im going to try rogaine

[@jessicanguyen1169]

hey girl! I’m 18 and am starting to look like Lebron with my hairline! It makes me so self conscious 🥺 tell me how rogaine works for you please

[@DM-gu9ik]

Jessica Nguyen minoxidil works, it works better when you start noticing baldness. There are side effects, I suggest you look into all of them & perhaps speak to a doctor before going on it. I’ve been using it for 8 months. I have a lot of baby hairs around my hairline, which makes my hair look fuller when pulled back.

[@MyErinyes]

Me tooo!!!

[@katelynd3363]

I’m in my mid 30’s and I was hoping my thinning and receding was temporary... it wasn’t. Just want you to know, you’re not alone.

[@SirFaceFone]

Did it work?

[@hairbyhelene7246]

Hi! I had purchased the men’s formula from cvs. Everytime I used it I got dizzy and then one day passed out! So I stopped and symptoms went away. Is this a common side effect? Do you think I should try it again but for appropriate formula for women? Thoughts.... love your channel.❤️😁

[@dr.m6152]

Some people do get that side effect

[@amywellman9724]

I was told by a doctor once that I could use Minoxidil on my eyebrows from over plucking back in the day. It does work but you have to keep it up. Have a great day today!

[@DrDrayzday]

cool to hear this and thanks for sharing!

[@YvonneKa]

because it has alcohol in it

[@johnwilliam2403]

How long till eyebrow become terminal? I used it for 3 months and it got very thick and if i stop will they shed?

[@lifechangingmoments9074]

Why not use Ketoconazole shampoo & Caffeine Shampoo to thicken the hair follicle & then after a month use Minoxidil 5% so you get thicker hair.

[@guanimos1638]

My question is if minoxidil helps until you stop using it then why is it given to people for hairloss? I want hairgrowth to come back and stay not come back, give me false hope and then see it fall out again.

[@ziagillespie4719]

THANK YOU!! You answered all my questions and calmed my fears.

[@riccardo50001]

Also, have you heard of combining it with rolladerm?

[@addhlerdesiste3514]

Is it true that minoxidil will mess with collagen levels? Some people say to take collagen supplements. If this fact is true, is this a major or minor issue to worry about?

[@DrDrayzday]

no

[@Macmittens411]

@@MykeXz Yes wrinkles in forehead

[@marktroddyn3351]

Addhler Desiste I've used it for years. I'm 46 and aging normally. No side effects,.

[@lifechangingmoments9074]

Eyebrows yes but not eyelashes. Apply at night to scalp & cover with a shower cap to prevent hair growth on the face.

[@sophienowak6903]

Dr. Dray - Is Monoxidil or Propecia safe to take with Tamoxifen and Effexor? Will either impact the efficacy of tamoxifen?

[@apokh8736]

Great video, in fact the beard is permanent after leaving the minoxodil and on a personal experience and I know many people the beard did not fall after stopping Do you have a background about that?

[@lillychambers-go4qz]

My husband's beard has stayed thick for the last 3 years and he used it for about a year and half before he stopped 3 years ago. He's the first to grow a proper beard in his family!

[@florinhash4843]

Is it true that for the beard the effect is permanent even after stopping the treatment?

[@sweetpeasnursery]

I started losing my hair when i was 24. Rogaine didnt work, all it did was make me want to itch my scalp off. Severe itching.

[@soumiabenchikh3326]

for how long have you been using it please ?

[@stupidbluerain]

Question!! I used Rogaine for about a year or more, and it worked well for me. However the dryness it produced and the improvement in my hair loss made me decide to stop the treatment, so i quit Rogaine for a year probably. Currently my hair loss has accelerated again, and i feel like i lost the hair i had gained. I'm just strarting the treatment again... will it work again?

[@DrDrayzday]

it can for sure; the dryness can be alleviated by some prescription topicals, so worth checking in with your derm so you have a better go with the minoxidil this time

[@rymrym4852]

I always wonder why would someone stop using minoxidil after seeing a good results !!!

[@Cardsmaster]

@@rymrym4852 don’t underestimate laziness

[@KaraLey98]

It's all over the internet that DRINKING or otherwise consuming minoxidil works so much better for growing hair!! Serious!!

[@brukaklilu2522]

Thanks a lot for the explanation. My question is if MINOXIDIL CAUSES GREY HAIR. Thanks!

[@Steven-do2dp]

Same question here!

[@dianacada5588]

My hair loss started when I was 20. I am now 27 and my hair loss is so bad I have never seen it this bad. I know my hair won’t go back like before but I started Rogaine a few weeks ago hoping it grows some hair.

[@estefaniaarias8494]

Diana Cada how has it been ?

[@sunnyyoda5511]

Has it worked for you? I am facing the same problem

[@devindazain4186]

how about ur hairs loss ? is it work for hair loss ?

[@sarahLK6]

Same problem. How is the result????

[@soumiabenchikh3326]

Im facing the same problem ; can you please updateee ???

[@antoinettestclair-winston5298]

Thank you for your honest review.

[@DrDrayzday]

Thanks for watching

[@dd4271]

If I stop using Rogaine in the future, can it negatively affect the hair that was “normal”- ie, the crown of my head where hair has always been plentiful? Thank you, Dr!

[@andrewtucci5712]

g. pea yes i want to know !!

[@RustySpoons6490]

g. pea I don’t know if this is helpful, but I just had an appointment with my dermatologist/trichologist, and she said Rogaine will have no negative effects on the hair after stopping. The only people who will see repeated thinning/balding after stopping, are people who suffer from auto-immune disorders like Alopecia. If you do not have this disorder, you will likely see no issues after ceasing use. I was worried about this too.

[@fionnrex9513]

RustySpoons thanks!

[@RustySpoons6490]

h p yaaaassss queen!!🙃🌱🌱

[@RustySpoons6490]

FionnRex you’re welcome!!👍

[@WreckedRadio]

I'm a 27 year old woman have hair thinning from bleaching it blonde. I don't have an internal hairloss affliction. Would those hairs still fall out or jumpstart my hair growth if I stopped bleaching?

[@DrDrayzday]

hard to say

[@pamelaaberatine4990]

Hi Dr. Dray, I am a big fan and have been following you for a while now. I recently decided to try Rogaine since I'm experiencing hair thinning. However while reading the safety information it stated: Don't use if you are a woman, is there a reason for that? Also are Rogain and Kirkland signature the same exact product? Thank you in advance for educating us and for always being transparent with your followers.

[@berendsen817]

i just wanted to listen to still d.r.e

[@DrDrayzday]

til the next episode

[@berendsen817]

HAH nice one! also I came derribelittitly and wanted your expertise about monoxidil :)

[@GanTreFTW]

Dr Dray hahahahahah

[@waxmaster-c]

killed it!

[@andy1181-l3m]

Nice one Dr Dray

[@acanuck4life]

I am a nineteen y/o male and have started to grow my hair out, I've started to notice what I perceive as hair loss. When showering and drying my head there are noticeable amounts of hair falling out, and I think a bald spot may be forming at my crown. Would you recommend the use of rogaine?

[@chiragraju821]

acanuck4life how’s it now man?

[@Momofukudoodoowindu]

Not a doctor but, I say yes. I am a 28 yr old female and I have female pattern baldness and it is working for me in terms if new hair growth.

[@stephaniejames6672]

I tried Rogaine for 3 days. Starting half way through the first day, my nose started bleeding. It didn't stop bleeding until about halfway through the day I stopped using it. Needless to say, my hair loss continues untreated, and now I am faced with shaving my head to wear a wig without damaging the hair I have left. I wish there was something I could do, but I suppose it has not been developed, yet.

[@rebornslovedrebornsloved]

Try putting some Vaseline in your nostrils, I do it and it works wonders

[@Keng26Keng]

Prp

[@metoo3342]

You could try finasteride

[@cherls15]

I just purchased the 2% women's version of Foligain. I wish I could have seen this as I would have bought the 5% version then. On the mens version it does say to not use it if you're a woman. I also take spironolactone and have pcos. I am ready to just breakdown from my hairloss... I'm 35 and single too. People who don't have hairloss, they have no idea just how much of a bullet they have dodged.

[@Alymescyy]

I felt every word, i am 26 years old and can only wear my hair tied up. I am really depressed and never leave my house.. i would sell my kidney to get my hair back

[@evamoni571]

Is abnormal heart beat or heart palpitation is normal while using minoxidil? Should I continue minox? Is this symptoms life threatening?