Annie, looks great!

Now that is a visible difference! It looks great!

How hard is it to wash it out?

Easy...just regular shampoo...like any mousse product.

Wow! Looking good!

Impressive results, AD! Have you tried the liquid minoxidil? I found it easier to control. I would part my hair and use the eye dropper to apply a little bit down each part.

Regretfully, the minoxidil did nothing for me because my problem was mis-diagnosed. I didn’t have female-pattern baldness; I have alopecia areata. It is responding to medication.

btw, the new dermatologist told me to use a drop of minoxidil at the base of my fingernails and they would grow faster. And they do!

No, bbstx, I haven't tried the liquid. I'll keep it in mind for sure.

I see they are talking about a new drug for alopecia areata...Litfulo?

This is impressive! 👏

Definitely see the difference! Glad you found something that works for your hair.

I’ll ask the dermatologist about that medication. Right now I’m taking Plaquenil which seems to be helping.

Very noticeable difference. You are dedicated to keep up that routine. Im so glad its working for you. Do you know what caused your hair thinning in the first place?

My hair shedding has stopped but my hair is a weird frizzy mess. Its like doll hair. The new growth sticks up like I stuck my finger in an electrical socket. It’s been nearly a year since it started falling out.

My hairdresser recommended a darker color so the remaining hair is more noticeable. I want my blond back!

I'm assuming my hair loss is related to aging, genetics and loss of hormones.

Re the darker color, I really notice the hair loss with my scalp, and I'm glad my hair is lighter as the scalp never stood out so strongly vs. women with darker hair contrasting with their light scalp.

My DDs and I have low iron. A symptom of that is hair loss. Have you had comprehensive blood work done? I am not sure that any of us have noticed hair loss, even the one with super low ferritin due to twin pregnancy.

Great results! I admire your dedication. You really have to stick it out to get those results. I keep waivering on starting, but I’m not sure I’m ready to make the commitment.

Wow, such a difference. Congratulations!

That really is a noticeable difference. With your earlier pictures I think we could just hope we were seeing a difference for you and follow with encouragement. You've found what works for you - I'm so pleased!

Oh, you must be so pleased, Annie! It looks like it is really working. Are you using over-the-counter Rogaine mousse or a prescription? Your results are very encouraging.

Excellent update and results! For some reason I thought the Virtue was a shampoo with minoxidil. Since it is a mousse like Rogaine, is there a reason you started with the Virtue version? I'm curious as I discussed with my derm last week and she recommended to start with the Rogaine topical. Is the Virture the same but just more expensive? Thanks and congratulations!

RNmom, I do not have low iron, but have had low Vit D and am supplementing for that.

I started with the Virtue as I had been using their shampoo and conditioner and needed more. No the Virtue shampoo/conditioner and other products do not contain minoxidil. No I'm not doing Rx as it isn't necessary as it's readily available OTC. The active ingredient is the minoxidil, so any source of that in the same % should do the same. The rest of the ingredients are not important from a hair restoration POV. I think if you wanted to take the small dose internally, that would require an Rx, but as my dermo suggested, it will encourage hair growth everywhere, not just the top of your head. Though it would be easier to do than the topical approach.

Wow, that's very impressive.

Happy for you, Annie! Those results show how it truly works, but it does take time.

A female co-worker used Rogaine for many years. We retired at the same time, and I am assuming she still uses it, since her hair looked fine when I’ve seen her. She wasn’t one to spend a lot of time with her hair and makeup, but she did care that she had hair.

I would think that if the Virtue product works, I would be reluctant to change. But if there is something with the same results, why not?

Big difference, so happy you found something that works.

Looking at the October picture, I'd hate to think where I'd be had I not started the minoxidil!

Annie, it's a very noticeable difference. I'm sure you're glad you stuck with it.

Once you feel happy with the amount of restored hair, will you have to keep using it every night, or can you cut back a bit? It sounds like the mousse makes your hair funky enough in the morning that it needs to be washed. I used to be an everyday shampooer, but am really glad I don't have to anymore (although my hair ALWAYS looks better after I've washed it).

Bunny, they say if you stop using it, your hair will fall out again, so it's a forever thing.

I had been increasingly distressed by my thinning hair - I assume from age, hormones, and genetics (my mother's hair thinned badly, but not this early - she kept taking premarin up to about age 80 whereas I stopped it as soon as the hot flashes decreased). The scalp was sooo visible at the part lines!

A neighbor gave me her supply of minoxidil - 5 or 6 bottles of "Hims" (which is the 5% strength). Took me a couple of months to decide to try it. I've been using it for just exactly 2 months and have seen really good results! I am thinking of cutting back to just a half dropperful (0.5ml) daily to see if that maintains it.

Happy for you Annie! Your results are remarkable! I think my girlfriend took the pill version. Not sure of her results or if still taking it.

That was quick progress! I can really tell the difference.

That is amazing, so happy for you to see those results!

Yay!

The improvement is remarkable. I'm so glad it's working well for you. I'm not sure that I would be so diligent.

That is a huge difference. So happy it is working for you!

Awesome results! Thanks for posting....gonna try it.

It's very strange, but something seems to have happened at about the 3 month mark. Just in the last week or so, the density increase has been notable.

I just ordered Kirkland. I took YOUR advice....it's 5% minoxidle. My hair is kinky & coarse...like an afro....but always has been thin. My mothers hair thinned as she aged...so I may benefit from this.

Bunny, they say if you stop using it, your hair will fall out again, so it's a forever thing.

I get that, but how soon? I just read a webpage comparing brands and formulations, and explaining how it works, but it said if you stop using it, by 3-6 months all that newly gained hair will fall out. It's like I figure it would be with Latisse-type products, which I use. I used to apply it every day, and my eyelashes grew longer, thicker, darker. Now I use it about 5 times per week and it's fine. I wondered if one using minoxidil could cut back slightly and maintain the increased hair production.

Sorry, nicole, but minoxidil doesn’t grow more hair follicles; it stimulates dormant hair follicles. I don’t think your hair is going to get thicker, as in more strands, but it may appear thicker. When I used it, it was like I’d put some sort of stiffeneing product on my hair. It was very straw-y.

@bbstx....this is what Annie used. If it holds my hair in place....that would be an improvement too....:0) Not expecting miracles. My afro looking hair is fine....too.