- male
- 30 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm dealing with Androgenic Alopecia and in the past, I've seen good results with Minoxidil and Finasteride. However, after my daughter was born, I stopped using them for about two years and now I've lost my hair again. I'm considering starting Minoxidil lotion again, but I'm worried. If my daughter shares my pillow, could it have any negative effects on her skin or hair? I really don't want to cause her any problems.
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try using separate pillows from now and use minoxidil 30min before bed
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Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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