Mon 26 Jan 2009
Why Rogaine Liquid May Be Superior to Rogaine Foam
Category: Non Surgical Treatments , Rogaine (Minoxidil) , Topicals
Rogaine Foam is a recent development that makes application of the proven topical hair regrowth agent minoxidil easier. Though both contain active ingredient minoxidil, is Rogaine Foam as effective as the preceding Rogaine liquid?
In this discussion, hair loss forum members sift through controversial evidence that may suggest Rogaine liquid is superior to the foam. Read and discuss why one of the ingredients found in the liquid but missing in the foam may be partially responsible for hair regrowth. You are encouraged to read what has already been presented and offer your input on this controversy.
Bill
Associate Publisher/Editor
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August 9th, 2010 at 3:16 pm
I was using Rogaine liquid for about four months with really encouraging results. Hair was growing back, and I completely stopped losing any existing hair.
About a month ago, I switched to Rogaine foam. I am now losing a significant amount of new hair. I can see the little inch-long hairs on my fingers after I apply foam or wash my hair, and this never used to happen.
I also notice the odor of the foam more than the liquid.
I have checked to make sure that the foam is within the expiration date.
Has anyone else had this experience?
August 16th, 2010 at 2:24 am
RE Wallace,
Some patients report temporary shedding when switching from one form of Rogaine to another. Both products contain the same active ingredient (5% minoxidil) and theoretically should produce them same results in the long term.
Since it takes up to 4 months to recover from a shed, you may not know for quite a while if the hair loss you are now experiencing is temporary or permanent.
If returning to liquid Rogaine is not an option, you may benefit from weaning yourself off of the liquid to the foam slowly by using one in the morning and the other at night until your shedding subsides.
One of the downsides to Rogaine Foam is the overpowering scent that many men find unappealing. There are rumors that an unscented version is in the works but it is not yet available.
Best of luck,
David (TakingThePlunge)
August 16th, 2010 at 9:45 pm
RE Wallace,
I wrote a reply to your question in another thread. Please see my response here:
http://www.regrowhair.com/non-surgical-hair-loss-treatments/product-review/product-review-rogaine-foam/comment-page-2/#comment-10772
Thanks!
Blake (Future_HT_Doc)
Editorial Assistant
October 24th, 2011 at 6:31 pm
I just started using Rogaine foam, and ive started to get a lot of pimples on my forehead and scalp. Is this a good thing? or should i stop using Rogaine?
October 28th, 2011 at 4:33 am
harpp,
Pimples are not a known side effect of Rogaine (minoxidil). I advise you to discontinue use and consult your physician.
David (TakingThePlunge)