Minoxidil: How it works & what to expect

How does Minoxidil work?

Minoxidil acts as a vasodilator, meaning it widens the blood vessels in your scalp to increase blood flow. This enhanced circulation brings more nutrients and oxygen to the hair follicles, helping them regain strength and health. In this way, Minoxidil helps reset the follicle life cycle, prolonging its growth phase and promoting thicker, healthier hair regrowth.

What to expect from Minoxidil treatment

While Minoxidil can be highly effective, patience is key. Hair regrowth takes time, and visible results typically appear after 3-6 months of consistent use. Whether in the form of a topical solution, foam, or spray, clinical trials have shown Minoxidil to reverse male pattern hair loss. While Finasteride is often considered more effective, Minoxidil is approved by regulatory bodies in both the UK and the US, including the FDA, for the treatment of hair loss.

How effective is Minoxidil?

Minoxidil is proven to be effective in reversing male pattern hair loss. Available in various forms such as topical solution, foam, or spray, Minoxidil has shown positive results in numerous clinical trials. While Finasteride is generally considered more effective, Minoxidil remains a trusted and widely used treatment option.

Studies indicate that over 60% of men who use Minoxidil experience a halt or reversal of hair loss, making it a reliable and accessible choice for individuals looking to address thinning hair. However, the sooner you start, the better. If hair loss progresses too far, some follicles may become inactive, making regrowth more challenging in areas where hair hasn't been present for a long time.

Minoxidil is both UK-licensed and FDA-approved, which adds to its credibility and safety as a treatment  option for hair loss.

When should I start using Minoxidil?

When it comes to hair loss treatment, the sooner you start, the better the results. Minoxidil therapy is a proven solution for promoting follicular health, helping to stimulate growth and restore vitality to thinning hair.

However, if hair loss has progressed significantly without treatment, it’s possible that some follicles may be permanently damaged, and in cases where areas of the scalp have been without hair for an extended period, regrowth may not be possible.

That's why it's important to start treatment as soon as you notice hair thinning or loss—there is no such thing as starting Minoxidil therapy too soon.

To better understand how to apply Minoxidil and maximise its benefits, check out the instructional video here:

What treatments does MANUAL offer?

MANUAL offers both Oral Minoxidil and a 10% Minoxidil Spray—higher than the standard 5% concentration—to give you more options for tackling hair loss effectively.

Combining Minoxidil with Finasteride:

For many users, the best results are achieved when Minoxidil is combined with Finasteride. This is because each treatment targets hair loss in different ways, allowing for more comprehensive action against thinning 
hair.