Minoxidil and Hair Loss Blog

Ok, that last post I wrote was pretty funny, at least I think so. But, most of the people that make it here to Minoxidil for Less are not wanting to hear about shaving their heads. Most people are looking for some kind of solution to the thinning hair on the top of their heads. If you are committed, then you can probably make a difference in the fight against hair loss. Hair loss for many is hereditary. For these people, there are solutions that *may* work for you, but there is no guarantee. Products like Rogaine for men and Rogaine for women are available on an over-the-counter basis, but work in approximately 40-45% of cases. Unfortunately, there is no way to tell if Rogaine or its generic partner Minoxidil will work for you. The only way to find out is to actually try these products for a period of around 4 months to see what results you see. Remember, we are talking about keeping your hair here and not making your teeth whiter. Your options are limited. There is no magical way to make your hair grow back naturally. This is not easy. Am I making myself clear. But, the good news is, application of products like Rogaine or Revivogen is easy once you get into the habbit. You apply these products twice a day and before you know it, this process becomes just like brushing your teeth. The first few weeks can be a pain.

I am not trying to scare anyone away from using these great products. I just want you to understand that this can be difficult at the beginning. I know, I have used these products for years. And, while I don’t anymore, this is not because they did not work very well for me. I simply decided to let nature take its course. This was a personal decision on my part.

Hair+Loss, Rogaine, Minoxidil, Revivogen

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Remember when it seemed like you had this much hair on your head? I do. I look back at my childhood pictures and I swear that I looked just like this guy. I had too much hair. It was poofy, it was hot, it was everywhere. Today, I have a spot that is getting thinner by the day and to be honest, I have decided to just let it go. I stopped using any kind of hair loss treatments a couple of years ago and since then I have seen my hair revert back to where I figured it would be at this point. So, if you want to keep your hair, don’t stop using the Rogaine, Minoxidil or whatever you are using. For me, I just decided that I was going to go au natural and if it got to a point that it was “bad enough” I decided that I would just shave my head. That is just how I roll.

Hair, Rogaine, MInoxidil, Hair+Loss, Baldness

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Many black people think that hair loss treatments like Rogaine or Minoxidil are not suitable for use by people of color. However, Rogaine and Minoxidil are suitable for use on both men and women of color just as they are for caucasians. We receive this question pretty frequently, so I thought I would post something here about it. If you have any questions about hair loss or hair loss treatments, please do not hesitate to ask us.

Rogaine, Minoxidil, Black, Hair+Loss

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We carry over the counter hair loss products for both men and women. However, we receive a lot of questions asking us about hair loss in areas other than the top of the scalp. Rogaine and Minoxidil have not bee approved by the FDA to regrow hair in any areas other than the top of the human scalp. If your hair loss appears on the top of your head, as in this picture, and you have hair loss somewhere in your family (on either your mother or father’s side) then Rogaine or Minoxidil may work for you. If and how well it may work for you depends on a number of different factors. The most important factor is how soon after the thinning of the hair on your scalp you start treatment. Studies have shown that the sooner you begin using Rogine or Minoxidil, the more effective they will be.

Hereditary hair loss, or hair loss that can be found in your family lineage is different than spotty hair loss. Spotty hair loss, or balding areas that appear on the side of the scalp, are not usually due to hereditary factors and are usually caused by diet, stress, or other medications. If you are experiencing spotty hair loss, then you should consult your physician about possible treatments. This may also be a sign of some deficiency or physical problem. In this case, Rogaine and Minoxidil are not an option to help regrow your hair.

Hair+Loss, Baldness, Alopecia, Minoxidil, Rogaine

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I am one of those people who doesn’t like to take any type of medication that I don’t have to. This is really about putting things into my body that can chemically change the way normal body functions work.  I also have a large number of allergies and I have learned over the years that I can control them mostly by remaining calm, not touching my eyes, scratching, or paying attention to the allergic reactions that I may be having. This may sound silly, but it is very effective. But, back to the point of this post.  Many of you probably know that Zach Lund, Olympic skeleton slider, tested positive for a banned substance Finasteride (commercially known as Propecia) and subsequently banned from competition in the current Olympic games.  Now, I am of the firm belief that if you are an Olympic athlete, you need to been (and most likely are) uniquely concious about what you put in your body (when it comes to medication…especially those that end with steride), for obvious reasons. Now, who is to blame and why is not the point here. My point is simply that Minoxidil and Rogaine are a much better alternative as they are not on the Olympic’s banned substances list. So, if you are an Olympic athlete and losing your hair, the choice is clear.

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As I have stated here in the past, women’s hair loss can be caused by a number of different factors. I just came across this women’s hair loss article that talks about the many different causes of female hair loss. As with men, stress can cause the body to have all kinds of problems including loss of hair. But, in women, there are a myriad of other physiological factors that can contribute to hair loss. Some of which products like Rogaine for Women or Minoxidil for Women will not help with.

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I thought it would be a good idea to post what the top three selling items from the month of May were. Coming in at number one was our namesake, Minoxidil 5%. Taking the number 2 spot last month was the all natural anti-DHT, Revivogen Formula. And, finally at number three was the ever popular Rogaine 5%. Please let us know if you have any questions about any of our hair loss treatments please be sure to let us know.

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Many people ask us if they can use Minoxidil and Revivogen at the same time. The answer is yes in most cases. First let me say that we are not doctors and if you have any questions about the safety of using products like Minoxidil or Revivogen, then you should seek the advice of your physician. With that said, we have heard many good feedback from people who have found success with Rogaine/Minoxidil and wanted to broaden their horizons a bit and try Revivogen as well. Waiting until each product has dried on the scalp is a good idea and I would probably let it sit there for a while before I applied a second product…maybe an hour or so. The Revivogen shampoo is also a great idea as well as it contains the Revivogen Formula in the shampoo so you get some added benefit while you clean your hair…and it smells great too (Peppermint). So, if you are already having success with Minoxidil and you would like to add an anti-DHT product to your regimen, check out Revivogen it might be a great combo for you.

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Just as with any drug or treatment you use, Rogaine has some possible side effects that you should be aware of in the event you detect one. For the most part Rogaine’s potential side effects are minimal and should not cause you great alarm. The most common side effect of Rogaine use on the scalp is dry, irritated skin on the top of the scalp. If you are using Rogaine and start to feel some discomfort on your scalp, discontinue use immediately. If you are using 5% Rogaine for Men, you may want to try using the 2% formula as some people are more sensitive to the 5% than others. You can read more about Rogaine and possible side effects on our Rogaine FAQ.

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For the women out there who are dealing with hair loss, there is help. Rogaine has been approved by the FDA for use by women in a 2% topical solution. Rogaine for Women is designed to be used by women who are suffering from a general loss of hair or thinning of the hair on the top of the scalp. Rogaine is not for women who have lost a patch of hair. Just like Rogaine for men, Rogaine for Women is for women who have a history of hair loss in their family. The hair loss can be on either side of your family and the old tale about hair loss being inherited from the mother’s side is unsubstatiated. If you fit this description, then Rogaine may help you to slow down your hair loss, stop it completely or even regrow your hair in some cases. The sooner you use Rogaine the better. Studies have shown that the earlier you treat your hair loss, the better your results will be.

Why Rogaine for Women?

Rogaine for women is the only FDA approved medication to treat hair loss in women. Rogaine has helped millions of women around the world to deal with their hair loss. Will Rogaine work for you if you have a history of hair loss and are suffering from general hair loss? Nobody knows. The only way to find out if Rogaine will work for you is to try it.

How to Use Rogaine

Rogaine is applied twice a day to the scalp. Once in the morning and once at night. It is a liquid that is made up mostly of alcohol so that it will evaporate quickly and be easily spread across the top of your scalp. Rogaine must be used for a period of at least 4 months (preferably more) to see if Rogaine will work for you. Using it for less time is a waste. You can color your hair, perm it or do anything else that you can dream of. Rogaine will not be affected by this.

Is there a 5% Solution for Women?

We are often asked if there is a 5% Rogaine solution for women. The answer is no. There were trials conducted by Pharmacia Corporation and in the end, it appears that there was no noticeable difference between the 2% solution and the 5% solution as was seen in men.
For more information, visit our Rogaine for Women page.

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