I often tell my patients with male pattern hair loss that using Minoxidil is a long-term commitment. Therefore, it is crucial to use it correctly, as detailed below:

Use it twice daily: For the best results, apply Minoxidil twice a day. Once you achieve optimal results, you can reduce the frequency to once a day, especially in women.

Measure accurately: Use the dropper provided with the bottle to measure 1 ml of Minoxidil. If you’re using a spray bottle, five sprays are equivalent to 1 ml. You can apply more than 1 ml if treating a larger bald area, but exceeding this amount may lead to side effects like headaches in some cases.

Apply on dry hair: Ensure your hair is not oily or wet before application. If you have washed your hair, towel dry it thoroughly before applying Minoxidil. Avoid using a blow dryer to speed up the drying process of the Minoxidil solution.

Oil after one hour: If you wish to apply hair oil, wait for 30-60 minutes to allow the Minoxidil to absorb completely.

Apply to the scalp: Make sure to apply the solution directly to the scalp so that it reaches the hair roots.

Start from the bald areas: Focus on applying Minoxidil to the bald areas first, then spread it toward the surrounding hair.

Wash your hair after 3-4 hours: You can wash your hair four hours after applying Minoxidil.

Wash your hands: Be sure to wash your hands after using Minoxidil to prevent accidentally transferring it to other body parts.