I've been using Minoxidil 2 two times a day for the last 3 months and it really helped with my hair fall. I was thrilled to see less hair in my comb and shower, plus I noticed some new growth. But now I'm dealing with unexpected facial hair, like around my forehead, under my eyes, and on the sides of my cheeks. It's making me self-conscious again because it's quite noticeable, especially on my forehead where it's longer. I'm wondering if reducing the dose might help, maybe applying it just once a day? I'm worried though that it might cause the hair loss to return. Is there another way to deal with this side effect? Would love some advice on how to handle this situation.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

MBBS
2+ Yrs

Consult Now

your features looks like a condition called hirsutism which could be due to androgen imbalance, this might not be due to minoxidil lotion ,u can make the frequency to once daily as your hair fall issue is resolved, visit Dermatologist as soon as possible for further evaluation.

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Find a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

More Dermatology Health Queries

View all

I've noticed my skin tone is a bit uneven and there's a tan on my face. My dermatologist recommended I start using Demelan cream. Before this, I was using Tretinoin 0.04. Is it alright to switch between Tretinoin and Demelan cream every other night?

Visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Can hair grow back after thinning?

Although hair regrowth is doubtful, hair thinning needs early intervention. The longer you wait the less effective results are. If the reason for thinning hair is genetics, it will not grow back on its own.To grow back a healthy, full head of hair, you'll need to take action, and that involves reviewing different hair loss options.

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

I've been using androanagen solution at night, redensyl serum in the morning, and taking follihair tablets after breakfast. I'm thinking about adding a derma roller to my routine once a week. Do you think this could lead to any side effects?

there are many causes for hairfall rule out the cause of hair fall and treat the cause,visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management,and maintain healthy life style. it is safe to use dermaroller start with 0.25 -0.5 mm 30 min before using minoxidil androanagen

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors