emma3 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I went to a hair transplant Dr. last summer, and I'm still trying to talk myself into having one. In the mean time, I am considering using Rogaine 5% foam. The bottle states that it isn't effective for hair loss on the top front, and sides, which is where mine is, especially from the hairline back. I'm wondering if I'll be wasting my time using it, is there anyone that knows if it works on women's hair loss as well as a mans? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Blake Bloxham Posted February 13, 2014 Senior Member Share Posted February 13, 2014 Emma, Rogaine (minoxidil) was initially only tested in the vertex and midscalp regions. Because of this, it is technically only proven effective in these regions (by the US FDA). However, many believe it is effective in other regions of the scalp as well. Aside from the more resistant hairline and temple regions, minoxidil usually halts progressive hair loss and creates some regrowth over the entire scalp. Rogaine is effective for women as well. Technically, the 2% solution - not the traditional 5% - is what is recommended to female hair loss sufferers. This is because women - allegedly - suffer worse side effects from minoxidil (swelling, scalp irritation, facial rash, unwanted hair growth, and alterations in blood pressure), and the less concentrated solution minimizes this effect. However, many hair loss experts recommend the 5% to females with hair loss as well. Good luck! "Doc" Blake Bloxham - formerly "Future_HT_Doc" Forum Co-Moderator and Editorial Assistant for the Hair Transplant Network, the Hair Loss Learning Center, the Hair Loss Q&A Blog, and the Hair Restoration Forum All opinions are my own and my advice does not constitute as medical advice. All medical questions and concerns should be addressed by a personal physician. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emma3 Posted February 14, 2014 Author Share Posted February 14, 2014 Thanks, that's good to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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