How to Use Minoxidil (Rogaine)
Wash your hair and scalp thoroughly., Rinse your hands in cold water and dry well. , Prepare the solution., Apply minoxidil to your scalp., Let it dry., Repeat this process as recommended.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Wash your hair and scalp thoroughly.
Towel or blow-dry your hair as desired.
You can apply Minoxidil to damp hair. -
Step 2: Rinse your hands in cold water and dry well.
, Minoxidil comes in two forms: liquid (for men and women) and foam (for men).
Liquid:
Load the applicator.
Fill the applicator with 1 milliliter (0.034 fl oz). minoxidil solution, or use 20 drops.
Foam:
Invert the can and dispense about 1/2 a cap full of foam onto your fingers. , Part your hair where it's thinning, and evenly apply the minoxidil to the affected area, rubbing it in with your fingers.
Wash any residue off your hands. , Allow the applied minoxidil to dry completely—about 20 to 25 minutes—before adding other hair-styling products such as gels, mousses.
Apply it about 2 hours before going to bed. , Generally, this is twice a day—in the morning, and in the evening—or as often as your doctor recommends. -
Step 3: Prepare the solution.
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Step 4: Apply minoxidil to your scalp.
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Step 5: Let it dry.
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Step 6: Repeat this process as recommended.
Detailed Guide
Towel or blow-dry your hair as desired.
You can apply Minoxidil to damp hair.
, Minoxidil comes in two forms: liquid (for men and women) and foam (for men).
Liquid:
Load the applicator.
Fill the applicator with 1 milliliter (0.034 fl oz). minoxidil solution, or use 20 drops.
Foam:
Invert the can and dispense about 1/2 a cap full of foam onto your fingers. , Part your hair where it's thinning, and evenly apply the minoxidil to the affected area, rubbing it in with your fingers.
Wash any residue off your hands. , Allow the applied minoxidil to dry completely—about 20 to 25 minutes—before adding other hair-styling products such as gels, mousses.
Apply it about 2 hours before going to bed. , Generally, this is twice a day—in the morning, and in the evening—or as often as your doctor recommends.
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