Minoxidil Serum

a topical product from Hims

Minoxidil Serum by Hims is a topical solution containing 5% Minoxidil, designed to treat hair loss in men. It is applied twice daily using a dropper for precise application, primarily targeting the vertex or crown area of the scalp. The product is unscented and aims to reactivate hair follicles to promote hair growth. Minoxidil is a well-known treatment for male pattern baldness and other hair loss conditions. It typically takes 3-4 months of consistent use to see results. The product is available over-the-counter and can be ordered online for home delivery.

Ingredients

Minoxidil 5%

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Tracking 13 topical products and 3 oral products by Hims, featuring ingredients like Minoxidil, Finasteride, Biotin, Vitamin C and Vitamin B5.

$15 / 2 oz

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community Experiencing Scalp Irritation from HIMS Spray/Serum After 6 Months on Fin 0.3/Min 6%

in General 68 upvotes 5 months ago

The user experienced scalp irritation from a Finasteride and Minoxidil spray and serum. They are considering switching to foam, oral treatments, or another provider.

community M46 - 3 week progress on HIMS serum

in Progress Pictures 12 upvotes 2 years ago

A 46-year-old male shared his 3-week progress using HIMS serum with Finasteride 0.3% and Minoxidil 6%, showing improvement without noticeable shedding. His routine includes vitamins, a healthy diet, and specific hair care practices like microneedling and using caffeine solution.

community Hims topical min/fin spray vs serum

in Treatment 10 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about someone switching from a hair loss treatment spray with alcohol and propylene glycol to a serum with essential oils, questioning the absorption and effectiveness of the new product. The spray and serum both contain 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil.

community How am I doing at 4 months? Topical finasteride 0.3% and minoxidil 6%

in Is this regrowth? 344 upvotes 11 months ago

The user is experiencing positive hair regrowth after four months using a topical serum containing 0.3% finasteride and 6% minoxidil, specifically from the brand Hims. They apply the serum mainly to the hairline and have not observed any side effects.

community Flakes in minoxidil serum with biotin

in Minoxidil 1 year ago

Minoxidil serum with biotin can cause flakes. The user is concerned if this is normal and if it will worsen hair loss.

community Progress on Hims serum 25th Feb - 6th April

in Progress Pictures 136 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about someone's hair regrowth progress using Hims serum from February 25th to April 6th. Users commented on the noticeable improvement and potential for full hair recovery.

community This serum outperformed Minoxidil in a recent study. Please debunk

23 upvotes 6 years ago

A topical solution called "Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair Density" by The Ordinary Company, which contains several ingredients that are used in alternatives to Minoxidil and was found to have better results than 5% Minoxidil in a study. People who have tried it shared their experiences with the serum as well.

community 9 Months on Fin/Min Spray – Slow Progress, but some hope

in Progress Pictures 21 upvotes 8 months ago

The user has been using a Hims 4-in-1 spray with finasteride and minoxidil daily for 9 months, along with microneedling and red light therapy, and is considering trying new hair serums. Progress is slow, but there is hope for hair regrowth.

community Current progress after one year

in Progress Pictures 9 upvotes 10 months ago

The user, 31, shares their hair regrowth progress after one year of using Minoxidil inconsistently, becoming more consistent in the last six months, and adding The Ordinary hair density serum. They wash their hair with Hims shampoo, microneedle monthly, and avoid DHT blockers due to potential side effects.

community Topical Finasteride Selection

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is seeking advice on choosing the right topical finasteride for hair loss, considering different formats (spray, gel, aqueous solution) and brands (Xyon, Ro, Keeps, Hims Rx Hair Loss Serum, Happy Head Topical Rx Serum). They are also concerned about the optimal strength to minimize side effects while using it with topical minoxidil.

community Is a topical serum as effective as a topical spray?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses whether a topical serum with 0.3% finasteride, 6% minoxidil, and essential oils is as effective as a spray with the same concentrations but different ingredients for scalp absorption. The user is seeking advice on which formulation absorbs better into the scalp.

community Ulo low dose dut/fin hair serum

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 3 months ago

The user experienced severe sexual side effects from topical finasteride with minoxidil but found no side effects with low-dose dutasteride and finasteride serums from Ulo after a hair transplant. They also used a hair growth serum with saw palmetto without side effects.

community Diluting 0.05% topical finasteride serum/oil

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 2 years ago

The user wants to reduce their dose of topical finasteride to 0.1-0.2mg and is considering mixing 0.2ml of their current finasteride + minoxidil serum with 0.8ml of a minoxidil-only serum for better scalp coverage. They are asking for advice on whether this method is effective or if there's a better way to dilute the finasteride solution.

community 4 months progress. Hims spray. 6% min, 0.3% fin. Also .25mm dermaroller 2x a week.

in Progress Pictures 255 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's successful 4-month hair growth progress using Hims spray with 6% Minoxidil, 0.3% Finasteride, and a .25mm dermaroller twice a week. The user applies the spray once a day and has not experienced any side effects.

community Minoxidil & Finasteride Journey

in Progress Pictures 187 upvotes 7 months ago

The user started using minoxidil in September 2024 and finasteride in February 2025, along with dermal rolling, rosemary and clove water, and copper peptide serum for hair growth. They experienced positive hair growth results but had issues with a poorly done scalp micropigmentation (SMP) tattoo, which they are in the process of removing with laser treatments.

community 3 months on hims fin/min topical spray

in Progress Pictures 331 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses a user's positive experience with a hair loss treatment using a topical spray containing finasteride and minoxidil. Some users express interest or skepticism, while the original poster also mentions using biotin gummies, fish oil, and a multivitamin.

community 17M biotin and minoxidil hair regrowth progress

in Progress Pictures 83 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's hair regrowth journey using biotin and minoxidil after initial treatments with Nizoral shampoo and Ketoconazole serum didn't work. The comments suggest the hair loss might not be male pattern baldness (MPB), but possibly Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disorder, and recommend getting a second opinion and considering other treatments like corticosteroids.

community 5 months on finasteride and minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 231 upvotes 1 month ago

A user shared progress after 5 months on oral finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (2.5mg), noting improvements despite minimal temple growth. They experienced shedding initially but reported no side effects, and others shared similar experiences and additional treatments like hair serums.

community My derm said they came up with a new serum that is better then fin? What’s y’all’s thoughts

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 months ago

A new serum claims to enhance hair regrowth by amplifying oxygen delivery, improving the effectiveness of treatments like exosomes and peptides. Users are skeptical, questioning its efficacy compared to established treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.

community Is my hair improving after seven months on topical treatment?

in Is this regrowth? 326 upvotes 2 years ago

A user has been using Hims topical finasteride and minoxidil for seven months, along with micro needling, and is asking if there's an improvement in their hairline. Responses vary, with some seeing progress and others criticizing the photo quality for comparison, but no side effects were reported.

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