What is Minoxidil?
The drug is applied topically to the skin, usually in the form of a solution or foam. It is used to treat hereditary hair loss in men over 18 but also women. For women, only the weakest version of Minoxidil approved (2%). Recently, it has become popular to use Minoxidil on the face, as it can bring dormant hair follicles to life and provide thicker beards.
The preparation works by increasing blood flow to the area where it is applied, which in turn improves nutrient supply. This stimulates the hair follicles to start producing stronger, thicker and darker hairs.
How is Minoxidil used for beard growth?
Can Minoxidil be used for the beard? To achieve the best possible results for the beard, it is recommended to apply the product to the areas of the face where you want to get fuller beard growth, usually the cheeks, chin and upper lip. The application is twice daily, and it is important to be consistent.The effect varies but many people who use Minoxidil report that it takes between 3 and 6 months before seeing clear results. Some even experience an increased result after an even longer period of time. Patience is required, but for many it is well worth the wait.
Is Minoxidil available specifically for the beard?
There are currently no products with Minoxidil that are specifically developed only for the beard. However, the same products are used as for the scalp, even on the face. These products usually contain 5% Minoxidil, which is a concentration proven to be effective for both hair and beard growth.Both liquid solution and foam work, but some prefer the foam variant as it tends to dry faster and be less irritating to the skin on the face.
For whom is Minoxidil beard treatment suitable?
- Has sparse or uneven beard growth
- Have tried to save the beard but did not get the desired result
- Want a fuller, denser and more defined beard
- Want to avoid surgical procedures
Combining Minoxidil with PRP Treatment for Best Results
To further improve the results, the treatment can be combined with PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) treatments. It is a natural treatment in which your own blood plasma, rich in growth factors, is injected into the skin to stimulate hair follicles.In the case of beard growth, PRP works by stimulating hair growth or improving the quality of already existing hairs. Treatments have long been used for the scalp, but more and more people have begun to use it even for the beard.When PRP is combined with Minoxidil, a double effect is obtained: PRP stimulates from the inside, while Minoxidil acts externally by improving blood flow and nutrient absorption into the skin. The combination has proven very effective for people who have sparse beard growth or difficulty growing an even beard. We also recommend using a dermaroller as a supplement to increase hair growth.
Andrea's path to a denser beard with Minoxidil and PRP
A concrete example of how effective the preparation can be for beard growth, is our customer Andreas. For many years he had a very sparse beard growth and believed that he simply lacked the genetics to be able to grow a beard. He had only a little hair on his chin and nothing on his cheeks.When he turned 30, he decided to give it a try. He started using Minoxidil twice a day, every day. After a few months, he saw noticeable improvement — but wanted to take it a step further.Then he chose to also undergo PRP for his beard. The combination of Minoxidil and PRP eventually gave results. Today, Andreas has a smooth, natural and fuller beard, something he previously thought was impossible.
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