Hi guys,
I've been using Finasteride (5mg split quarterly) for almost a year now, and just started using minoxidil 5% last week. I had a question regarding minoxidil and it's proper usage, and was wondering if someone could advice....
First, it is my understanding that minox should be used with dry scalp (or atleast completely towel-dried after a shower), is that correct??
Second, I read somewhere earlier that some people use the minox and let it stay on for about 30mins - 1 hour, after which taking a shower and rinsing their head, mostly because they don't want to sleep with the minox still on their heads, getting on their pillows, and then their face, etc. Is that really necessary, because I've been using minox twice a day, and in the morning after I put it on I simply go to work and let it stay all day. Same at night, I apply it after showering and drying my hair and then go to bed without rinsing my head again. Does it really matter whether you wash it off 1-2 hours later or let it stay on the whole day/night??
Lastly, I noticed if I apply it and let it stay on, then there is this white residue on the scalp which is noticeable. Is there a way to avoid this, or am I simply applying too much??
Would appreciate any feedback. Thanks!!