Oral minoxidil dark circles. Did this improve over time for you? 8/11/2026
Oral minoxidil caused dark circles and visible veins for the user, who responded quickly to the treatment but lowered the dose to reduce side effects. Despite using finasteride and tretinoin, the user is considering stopping minoxidil if the side effects persist.
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