Is Minoxidil More Than 5% More Effective

[michel sapin]

hey guys , ive read some post that says that minoxidi concentration more than 5 % isn't more effective , because minoxidil can't dissolve more than 7,5% solution .
there is the polaris brand with 16 % minoxidil , is it a bullshit ? does it work better ?

 

[GoldenMane]

hey guys , ive read some post that says that minoxidi concentration more than 5 % isn't more effective , because minoxidil can't dissolve more than 7,5% solution .
there is the polaris brand with 16 % minoxidil , is it a bullshit ? does it work better ?

From what I've read about 8% is the max possible in PG/ethanol. I think higher ethanol solutions may be capable of dissolving more but Ethanol is less effective than PG in delivering minoxidil to the follicles since it dries faster and scalp contact time is crucial.

I used MinoxidilMax 15% for a year and didn't notice much/any change.

My suggestion would be just to apply 5% more frequently, or use larger amounts. Probably more effective and a hell of a lot cheaper. But you don't want a constantly minoxidil covered scalp either, can't be healthy for the skin to be constantly bathed in PG and ethanol.

 

[transam]

I don't know if it's true but some men say 2% minoxidil doesn't work for them, 5% works light but 15% works even very well even for completely bald areas.

But also other men often say there's no difference.

As well as there's group of men who say minoxidil doesn't work at all or that even it causes worsening.

I think however higher dose works better.

Polaris uses aloe Vera Gel to deliver minoxidil...
My question to you is; if you were for to use Rogaine 5%, would you lose your gains?

Im torn at this point. I used minoxidil 5% a long time ago, then I stopped.
I restarted & my gains are not as good, does this mean minoxidil ruined my hair permanently? The small hairs in my vertex will NEVER get thick again?