Minoxidil Rogaine Shedding Phase

Like I said in my last post the side effect of itchiness from the Rogaine has deftly gotten better thanks to using Nizoral 2%. However, now I’m starting to experience what they call the shedding phase. For the most part from all the recent research I’ve done, it is basically a sign that the minoxidil/Rogaine is in fact working or starting to work. In a nutshell, the basic idea is the Rogaine is pushing out the old hair, and new and thicker hair is supposed to replace that eventually. For the most part, if you read any of the forum posts on Hair Loss Help etc., people talk about shedding in a generic sense. They will talk about how they got used to their normal daily routine and then all of a sudden, they lose some hair, or their hair gets thinner, or they find some balding spots two weeks after starting to use rogaine.

And if all goes well not only is the hair thicker but the Rogaine will also cause brand-new hair growth in areas that you don’t have hair anymore. So, in combination with the shedding phase and the new hair growth in theory the balding process is reversed. Like I mentioned before I will be very happy if it just holds my hair loss or slows it down to a very slow pace. Now I feel that way because I still have a lot of hair on my head as opposed to someone who is watching over every strand possible. I’m trying to prevent myself from reaching that stage as much as I can until father time truly takes over.

My shedding started a couple of days ago. I noticed some hairs falling out in the shower, and it was more noticeable than usual. Then my wife, who was brushing my hair when she noticed that some strands were thinner. So, I did a visual inspection and sure enough, there were some less hairs. However, as I said before, the Rogaine/Minoxidil is working. And while I can say that I don’t have a full head of hair again, the hairs on my head are a lot thicker now. So, from what I can observe so far, the thinning process has stopped completely.

So, in conclusion, the shedding phase is completely normal and for most people should last 2 to 3 weeks but it can last a little longer. I will make some more observations about the shedding phase over the next few weeks. I’m also going back to update this post as time goes on with any additional observations and side effects. And if all goes well the shedding phase should be followed by new hair growth. It is not uncommon to experience some itching during the shedding phase but that itchiness should go away if you use a dandruff shampoo. During this time, you will lose hair at times what will appear to be an exaggerated rate. However, you shouldn’t worry too much, all the hair that is lost should come back stronger and thicker than before. Remember the shedding phase should only last for a couple of weeks if it lasts much longer, I would recommend speaking to a dermatologist or your general practitioner about it. They would be in a much better position to offer advice about your continued usage of minoxidil/Rogaine.

NIZORAL 2 Percent Update

So, it’s been a couple of weeks now since my last update and I had promised an update on my NIZORAL 2 % experience. Like I said before since I have been using Rogaine 5% it has caused me a few side effects such as acne and some mild itchiness across my scalp. The acne would come and go however the itchiness seemed too always be present. The itchiness would be present across my entire scalp, although it would be quite mild, I found this to be a little bit strange. Because of the side effects, I did my research and decided to try and incorporate Nizoral 2% into my regimen. After some more research, I decided to go with the Nizoral shampoo and conditioner. I started using the shampoo and conditioner twice a week for two weeks on Tuesday and Thursday. 

To make a long story short the Nizoral 2% has really helped my condition a great deal. The Nizoral 2% products are very easy to use and I found that the Nizoral shampoo and conditioner cleaned my hair better than any other product I have used. It seemed to leave a residue on my hair but this was easily removed with shampoo. The Nizoral shampoo and conditioner left my hair feeling very clean, soft, tangle-free and fresh smelling. The itchiness that had been present across my entire scalp was now gone, all but gone! My scalp was also much more manageable, it felt so smooth when I rubbed it after washing my hair. After two weeks of using Nizoral 2% the scalp irritation that had been present when using Rogaine 5% had completely disappeared. 

The acne problem that I was having in particular in the back of my head slowly started to fade and deftly have decreased in frequency. I was so surprised because the acne that had been present in my head had seemed to have gotten worse after a couple of weeks of using Rogaine 5% yet it seems to be going away after using Nizoral 2%. I really like the fact that after washing my hair with Nizoral 2% I can rest assured that I have washed out all traces of the medication and would not experience any more irritation. 

I am very pleased with my experience with Nizoral shampoo and conditioner. I still get them but just not as much and they don’t seem to be his full-blown as they were before which will often be very painful. I believe this helps with my acne due to its anti-DHT effect upon my scalp.

In terms of my itchiness thankfully is deftly has helped as well. Beforehand I would feel itchy throughout the day to various degrees of itchiness. Quite often the itchiness would be very annoying however since I have been using the Nizoral the itchiness has deftly come under control thankfully. I still have itchiness however it’s much milder and controllable these days. It doesn’t bother me as much as it did before hopefully will get better down the road with continued usage of the shampoo.

My hair has also grown a lot more in the past two weeks than it did before thus making my hair appear fuller and thicker. I couldn’t be happier to say this as I have never been confident with my hair. My schedule is very hectic so I don’t get the chance to use the Nizoral shampoo and conditioner every other day. However, even using it every two days it definitely seems to make my hair grow faster. I would highly recommend this product to those suffering from DHT-related problems including thinning hair and itchiness across your scalp as it definitely has made a tremendous difference in my life. 

NIZORAL ketoconazole 2 Percent Shampoo

I believe in the post before this one I stated I was having the minoxidil side effect of increased acne. Well, the acne hasn’t got any worse however I still get them. I don’t know if it is a side effect that people get with minoxidil or if I just have sensitive skin. I tried to use a topical shampoo once and the increased acne got worse. I guess the shampoo was too harsh on my skin so it caused severe irritation and gave me more red bumps. Funny enough I seem to get more acne towards the backside of my head for some reason and at times it can be quite painful. It’s the type of acne that swells up and hangs around for a while. Unfortunately, now in combination with the acne my entire scalp is becoming very itchy. It started with occasional itching so I didn’t really pay too much attention to it.

However, now it’s much more noticeable and bothersome. I constantly feel some itchiness throughout the day and it gets very annoying at times. At this point, I’m not sure if the itchiness has something to do with the acne or is a completely separate issue. After some further research on Rogaine's side effects, it turns out I am not alone, many people in fact either get acne breakouts or various degrees of itchiness on the head. In terms of treatments, there is various do-it-yourself type of treatment advice you can find online.

One treatment that seems to be helping the majority of people and seems to have a side benefit of increased hair growth as well is the usage of NIZORAL 2% / ketoconazole 2% shampoo. In simple terms, the shampoo is supposed to help because it is a topical antifungal agent/ DHT Blocker. In some studies, NIZORAL grew about as much hair as minoxidil 2% on its own. Those were studies performed on men and women with androgenic alopecia, a.k.a baldness which is seen in men as well as women.

I am not currently at a point where I can see any significant hair growth but I have noticed that since using this shampoo my fine, thinning hair has improved quite a bit in quality. It’s now much easier to comb through and it feels better to the touch. My ultra-fine hair is also growing faster than normal and even though I have only been using Rogaine for 1 month, I’m confident that the NIZORAL 2% / ketoconazole 2% shampoo will continue to help me out for some time. 

In the United States, it’s very hard to find NIZORAL; a lot of people tend to buy it from overseas. There are some online stores that sell NIZORAL but no one has really tried to list them out here so I don’t know how much they cost. The best I can tell right now is that they usually tend to cost around $20 – $25 per bottle depending on how many bottles you buy. In general, buying over the internet does have its drawbacks such as different shipping services and not being able to try the product before buying. I am deftly going to give it a try; I am going to try to procure NIZORAL 2% from an online source or even eBay. From what I’ve heard some people were able to buy it directly from eBay from an overseas seller. I will for sure give an update once I’ve used it for a little while.

Side Effect Of Rogaine Acne Breakouts

I have been using the Rogaine with the dropper for a little while now and I really find it convenient to use as compared to the spray applicator. Like I said before I find it more efficient, less wasteful, and easier to apply around my scalp. Now for those of you that are asking “When will Rogaine show results?” my answer would be after at least three months of use. Rogaine can take at least six months to work on these people while some cases can take up to years. Besides the best way to apply minoxidil people are always worried about any Rogaine side effects. I have read a lot about the side effects and to be honest it did not worry me too much, quite frankly was worried more about stopping my hair loss than any of the side effects happening to me. I did not notice any of the side effects that other users mentioned when I first started using Rogaine and what I did notice was a burning sensation a minute after applying it, which went away after some time. Personally, I believe that this was an adjustment phase of my scalp getting used to the product. 

However, some time has passed now and I believe I am beginning to suffer from one of the most prominent side effects that people can have from using minoxidil every day. Unfortunately for me, I have very sensitive skin throughout my face and I assume throughout my scalp as well. For example, even just shaving generally causes me a problem every so often because I have such sensitive skin and I break out in ingrown hairs and razor burn if I’m not extremely careful when shaving. I have to be very careful when shaving and I also had to use cortisone cream in order to help prevent any breakouts or rashes. 

A couple of months ago, I began to experience the exact same kind of breakouts and rashes, which have never happened to me before. My face and my scalp are both hyper-sensitive and it is extremely painful when these kinds of breakouts occur. I have been using the Rogaine with the dropper for a little while now and I really find it convenient to use as compared to the spray applicator. Like I said before I find it more efficient, less wasteful, and easier to apply around my scalp. 

So, after using Rogaine for some time, I started noticing some odd pimples spread across my scalp where I normally wouldn’t get any type of acne before. Not a lot but a few spread around my scalp where I use the minoxidil. I really don’t know if my pores are getting clogged up by the minoxidil and this is why getting acne or is it some type of rash or direct reaction to the minoxidil itself. Thankfully they are not painful at all but more of an annoyance than anything else at this point. So in a nutshell it seems like my first side effect of Rogaine is acne breakouts.

Rogaine Side Effects from the beginning were very minimal. Other than the initial redness and itching, which usually subsided after a few days. But we soon noticed that there was a change in the texture of our hair after using the product. It became finer, softer and silkier. Rogaine has been used for those fighting receding hairlines and is an affordable alternative to expensive surgeries like hair transplants. 

Rogaine Dropper or Spray

Another question I had and many people have as well besides “Rogaine once or twice a day” is should I use the dropper or spray. The spray is meant for men and women, so if you are a female the dropper can be used on your scalp. Using the dropper is much easier than trying to spray your scalp and can reach all the spots that you require. If you are a male, then it depends on what type of hair loss you have. If you are in the early stages of hair loss, then using the dropper is recommended. 

It is now been a few weeks of daily usage and I now have my personal favorite which I will share with you now. I initially started with the spray simply because my bottle of Rogaine was given to me with a spray attachment already on it. I used it like that for the first couple of days and noticed some “cooling” sensation around my scalp area. It was a very refreshing feeling, but one to go away rather quickly. The cooling sensation is a result of the alcohol content in the formula. In the beginning, I thought the spray was quite efficient and would be very easy to use however it soon became very apparent that a lot of the Rogaine was sprayed onto my hair and not directly into my scalp. The dropper works much better and although it takes longer to apply, the dropper is much more efficient. I now found it most effective to use the dropper once or twice a day.

In case you didn’t know minoxidil has to penetrate the scalp in order to work, it does not work if applied to the hair itself. In other words, it must touch your head and not your hair. So by using the dropper, you ensure that all the minoxidil is going directly to your scalp. Some of you may be very skeptical about using the dropper and in honesty, it is much easier to use the spray. I recommend trying both options and see which one works for you. If you’re lucky enough to have a lot of hair on your head like me then using the spray can make things much more complicated and inefficient. So, after while trying the Rogaine spray attachment I switch over to the dropper and I couldn’t be any happier. The Rogaine dropper makes things so much easier and as efficient as possible. After some research on the Internet and on YouTube I found my current routine of applying minoxidil every day now. In short, is very simple and direct, first give a good shaking to the bottle of Rogaine.

Next draw one mL of Rogaine or whatever dosage you use into the dropper. Now all you have to do is simply squeeze a few drops all around your head with the minoxidil directly to the scalp bypassing any hair you might have. The key to regrowing hair is to take the steps below at your earliest convenience. You will start to see results within a few weeks, at which time you will be able to grow thicker and denser hair. At this point, many people seem to like to rub in the minoxidil with their fingers or simply leave it alone and let it dry on its own. Personally, I like to comb through it with a bristle brush in order to help the minoxidil spread out across my scalp and that’s it. My best advice to you at this point is to simply experiment and stick with a routine that best fits your needs!

In conclusion, try to find what suits you best. There are hundreds of different routines here, including some with minoxidil. Just remember that minoxidil is the most critical ingredient, and as long as you’re getting that in your regimen, the rest of it is up to you. Just don’t forget that no matter if you decide to use it or not, make sure that you get your hands on a good regimen for hair growth. Sure, there are tons of options out there for your billions of hairs and follicles! You might just have to mix and match a few methods in order to find the right one for you. It is very important to remember that minoxidil does not work for everybody. While it brings about quick results, it may not be the best solution for everyone; so, choose whatever suits you best.

How Does Rogaine Make Your Hair Feel

I don’t know what has better absorption rates Rogaine liquid or the foam. Rogaine is a topical medication for men and women that is applied to the scalp. It can be used to help people who have a general thinning of hair, or male-pattern baldness. The foam form of Rogaine contains the same active ingredient as liquid Rogaine. The foam is applied directly to the scalp and washes off with water after 10 minutes. The foam formula also has fewer side effects than other forms, such as unpleasant odor, skin irritation, or redness at the site of application. 

However, I do know one thing, at least for me Rogaine liquid really sucks if you like to stylize your hair. You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to understand that Rogaine liquid when applied to your scalp tends to make your hair flat and lifeless. Additionally, if you have long hair Rogaine liquid can make your long hair flat as well! For many people, the foam version of Rogaine is a great alternative for Rogaine liquid. The foam is applied to your scalp just like the liquid.

Like I mentioned in the previous post I am not a morning person and I have to wake up much earlier than I normally would these days in order to have enough time for the Rogaine liquid to dry up. Liquid minoxidil feels really greasy right out of the bottle; I would really suggest trying not to get any minoxidil on your fingers or hand if at all possible. There are a couple of reasons why you want to limit your exposure to the minoxidil other than your scalp.

You do not want to potentially expose any skin on your face or fingers to minoxidil because there is the potential for unwanted hair growth. It is possible to grow or accelerate hair growth on any spot exposed to minoxidil liquid or foam on the body. So if you apply the Rogaine liquid to your scalp and then later touch your face, you might end up with unwanted hair growth in other areas of your face. This is one of the things you want to avoid when using Rogaine. Besides spending so much time trying not to spill any minoxidil on the sides of my head or on myself, it also makes styling your hair pretty cumbersome as well. You going to have to spend time learning how to apply the medication in the correct amount, you do not want to over saturate your hair and scalp.

Over saturating your scalp with minoxidil will cause difficulty in combing your hair and lead to unwanted side effects down the road. Once you are accustomed to the correct amount of minoxidil to apply in order to avoid the aforementioned side effects, you will also have to consider all the other styling products you use on your hair. The more styling products you use, the greater risk of a negative reaction. Rogaine needs to be used carefully in order to help prevent any side effects from occurring. Unfortunately even after applying Rogaine in the correct amounts my hair is left with a sticky sometimes stiff residue like feel to it. Anyhow overall it’s not too bad and if it actually help’s to regrow any of my lost hair or even prevent new hair loss it would be well worth it in the end. The bottom line is minoxidil will make grooming yourself take longer keep this in mind before trying it for the very first time, especially before getting ready for work. I still have a lot of hair so I’m able to style my hair different ways, however if you have minimal hair or use a simple hairstyle then grooming time shouldn’t be too much of a problem for you.