The average person loses 50-150 hairs per day. But for those men and women who are suffering from real hair loss and thinning hair, choosing a hair growth solution isn’t easy. There are supplements, topicals, treatments and more – and there are pros and cons to each. One of the solutions on the market is minoxidil for hair growth.
What is minoxidil and how does it work?
Minoxidil is a common solution for many who want to regrow their hair. But what is it? Minoxidil is a topical medicated treatment for hair loss. Baldness occurs when hair follicles shrink and eventually stop growing any new hair. This is where minoxidil comes in; it is thought to work as a vasodialator, which dilates blood vessels allowing blood to flow more freely. With more blood flow to your hair follicles, it may promote hair growth.
However, minoxidil for hair growth is just for men and women who are experiencing male/female pattern baldness. If you are experiencing changes in your health for any other reason, minoxidil will not work to address those. What’s more, this medicated treatment isn’t ideal for children or women, especially those who are considering getting pregnant or who are breastfeeding.
Are there side effects of minoxidil?
While minoxidil is generally safe for most, one of the biggest disadvantages to using minoxidil is the side effects it can produce. If you are currently taking minoxidil for hair growth and experience any of the following effects, please see your medical professional.
- Initial hair loss
- Unwanted hair growth
- Chest pain
- Dizzy spells or fainting
- Weight gain
- Swelling of hands and/or feet
- Red, itchy scalp
- Headaches
A better solution for hair growth
Many people who are dealing with changes in their hair health don’t realize it’s a result of something else. Stress and lifestyle can play a role in your overall hair health, but diet and nutrient deficiencies can be the cause of hair loss as well. A medicated treatment will not address these issues causing your hair loss or help to grow your hair.
- Vitamins C and E
- Zinc
- Copper
- Biotin
- Kelp extract
- Marine collagen
- Selenium
FollicleFuel’s unique hair growth formula contains specific all-natural ingredients to target any nutrient deficiencies and promote healthy hair growth from within. What’s more, FollicleFuel is 100% drug-free and safe for men and women.