minoxidil drying/peeling my scalp...what to use?

[neotokyo]

I've tried both Dr. Lee's minoxidil and the Rogaine brand, both kinda dry'peel my scalp during the winter months.

Is the minoxidil doing more harm than good? Should I stop it?
Or is there something you guys use that will moisturize the scap?
Tricomin? American Crew? Does this stuff help stop the drying?

It just dries my scalp, but there is NO irritation or redness at all.


Thanks all

 

[Cassin]

Or is there something you guys use that will moisturize the scap?

I use TIGI: Moisture Maniac about 2 times a week for this very reason. At first I used it everyday for a few weeks until I felt the problem was resolved, and then I went to 2 times a week for maintenance. I am sure there are many very good moisturizing conditioners out there, TIGI is just what I happen to use.

Are you using nizoral? If so, then I am sure that is drying your scalp out more than the minoxidil.

Good luck.