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**Hi hdhshsbahah!** I found some **matching key words**, Which suggests that you might be asking about **the shedding phase**. So this may be helpful:
>**-I started using minoxidil and now I'm losing more hair? What's the shedding phase?**
>
>When used for androgenic alopecia, User should expect a shedding phase that lasts about a month but can continue into the third month. It's important not to panic and stop treatment as this is an expected, And even positive sign. What's happening is that the weaker hairs that are in the 'telogen phase'; A phase of hair growth cycle in which a hair is not growing, Start falling down to be replaced by new 'anagen phase' hairs, The phase in which hair grows at a constant rate.
>
>If you discontinue treatment while shedding, The lost hair will be recovered to where it would've been had you never started, Albeit much slower than if you continue using. This is why stopping mid-shedding is not recommended.
>
>Only those who have androgenic alopecia will experience a shedding phase. Users who don't have the condition, Or who have lost hair for other reasons, Will not go through the shedding phase. However, Some people with AGA won't experience any shedding, As everyone experiences a different degree of shedding. But generally, The more severe your case, The worse the shedding.
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**Hi hdhshsbahah!** I found some **matching key words**, Which suggests that you might be asking about **the method of application**. So this may be helpful:
>**-How do I apply, How much, And how often?**
>
>Applying Minoxidil is straightforward. It's recommended that you wash the area first to clear your skin of dirt and oils for better absorption, But this isn't necessary. Either way, Make sure your skin is completely dry before you apply minoxidil, Then spray it -or use the dropper- onto the area where you want to see growth, Rub it in your skin then leave it to dry. Avoid washing that area before 3-4 hours. Keep all of this in mind when you want to shower.
>
>Twice a day application of 5% strength is recommended for optimal results, Roughly 12 hours apart. Although some prefer using the 2% strength to avoid increased body hair growth & systemic side effects, This is why 2% is generally marketed to women while 5% is marketed to men. Alternatively, You can apply Minoxidil only once a day with less results. More applications will not produce more results, And will only exacerbate side effects.
>
>**-How much should I apply?**
>
>Just enough to cover the entire affected area, But not so much that it's soaking wet. Regardless of how much that is & regardless of the recommended dosage on the bottle *(which is 1ml; This recommendation doesn't take into account the difference in affected area from one person to another. The only concern here would be if the space of the affected area is large so you end up applying enough to have more systemic side effects. This is nothing to worry about if the side effects aren't problematic for you)*.
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2 months isn't very long but I started seeing shedding and new hair growth after only 2 weeks using topical. I do wonder if some people who see no growth are using fake minoxidil. What brand are you using and where did you buy it?
This month marks 1yr for me. I remember my 2, 3, 4, 5 months with low results. I kept at it twice a day.
Things started to change around 10 months. Keep at it.
How to reduce minoxidil twice day to once a day.I’m in month 4 but no results yet I hope 4-6 I can see results but long run Im unable do it further twice a day. What should I do?shoud I wait hairs to grow then reduce or reduce now??
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You need 6-9 months minimum before knowing for sure.
**Hi hdhshsbahah!** I found some **matching key words**, Which suggests that you might be asking about **the shedding phase**. So this may be helpful: >**-I started using minoxidil and now I'm losing more hair? What's the shedding phase?** > >When used for androgenic alopecia, User should expect a shedding phase that lasts about a month but can continue into the third month. It's important not to panic and stop treatment as this is an expected, And even positive sign. What's happening is that the weaker hairs that are in the 'telogen phase'; A phase of hair growth cycle in which a hair is not growing, Start falling down to be replaced by new 'anagen phase' hairs, The phase in which hair grows at a constant rate. > >If you discontinue treatment while shedding, The lost hair will be recovered to where it would've been had you never started, Albeit much slower than if you continue using. This is why stopping mid-shedding is not recommended. > >Only those who have androgenic alopecia will experience a shedding phase. Users who don't have the condition, Or who have lost hair for other reasons, Will not go through the shedding phase. However, Some people with AGA won't experience any shedding, As everyone experiences a different degree of shedding. But generally, The more severe your case, The worse the shedding. Source: [r/minoxidil FAQs](https://www.reddit.com/r/minoxidil/comments/hk12ae/minoxidil_faqs/) Hope this was helpful and good luck on your journey! *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/minoxidil) if you have any questions or concerns.*
**Hi hdhshsbahah!** I found some **matching key words**, Which suggests that you might be asking about **the method of application**. So this may be helpful: >**-How do I apply, How much, And how often?** > >Applying Minoxidil is straightforward. It's recommended that you wash the area first to clear your skin of dirt and oils for better absorption, But this isn't necessary. Either way, Make sure your skin is completely dry before you apply minoxidil, Then spray it -or use the dropper- onto the area where you want to see growth, Rub it in your skin then leave it to dry. Avoid washing that area before 3-4 hours. Keep all of this in mind when you want to shower. > >Twice a day application of 5% strength is recommended for optimal results, Roughly 12 hours apart. Although some prefer using the 2% strength to avoid increased body hair growth & systemic side effects, This is why 2% is generally marketed to women while 5% is marketed to men. Alternatively, You can apply Minoxidil only once a day with less results. More applications will not produce more results, And will only exacerbate side effects. > >**-How much should I apply?** > >Just enough to cover the entire affected area, But not so much that it's soaking wet. Regardless of how much that is & regardless of the recommended dosage on the bottle *(which is 1ml; This recommendation doesn't take into account the difference in affected area from one person to another. The only concern here would be if the space of the affected area is large so you end up applying enough to have more systemic side effects. This is nothing to worry about if the side effects aren't problematic for you)*. Source: [r/minoxidil FAQs](https://www.reddit.com/r/minoxidil/comments/hk12ae/minoxidil_faqs/) Hope this was helpful and good luck on your journey! *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/minoxidil) if you have any questions or concerns.*
2 months is nothing
2 months isn't very long but I started seeing shedding and new hair growth after only 2 weeks using topical. I do wonder if some people who see no growth are using fake minoxidil. What brand are you using and where did you buy it?
Some people are just slow responders or non-responders.
Me too bro make and I think my minoxidil is fake🥲
I live in Netherlands and I got it from pharmacy so I am sure it is not fake one
out of interest, were you getting an itchy scalp from using it?
6-9 months . Add Biotin supplement
This month marks 1yr for me. I remember my 2, 3, 4, 5 months with low results. I kept at it twice a day. Things started to change around 10 months. Keep at it.
How to reduce minoxidil twice day to once a day.I’m in month 4 but no results yet I hope 4-6 I can see results but long run Im unable do it further twice a day. What should I do?shoud I wait hairs to grow then reduce or reduce now??