GoodSense Minoxidil Topical Aerosol, 5% (Foam) Hair Regrowth Treatment for Men, 12.66 Ounces

It was time to do something about my male pattern baldness so when I went to my dermatologist to discuss it, he recommended I start using minoxidil (commonly know as Rogaine) Once you start using minoxidil to treat your hair, you have to continue to use it or else the gains you made will revert back to its original state. Since retail minoxidil isn't exactly cheap, I was surprised to find this version at such a cost effective price. I was skeptical that it wouldn't work as effectively as the name brand but, I was willing to give it a shot. The foam version is the preferred formula because it easier to apply. You just point the nozzle directly down and spray a little less than a capful out, massage into the trouble area and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards. Don't expect results over night (hair grows slow) I started in February and I'm about half way through my six month supply. In that time, I have felt new hair growth and seen more darker hairs than I've observed in many years. I'm using this in combination with a shampoo that contains ketoconazole to maximize my results. I'm happy with what I'm seeing so far and when I finish this supply, I plan to reorder this brand. I will also post another update at the six month mark so you can track my progress along with me. I give it two thumbs up and I wish you good luck on your hair regrowth journey!Pros:Very affordable cost compared to the name brand productFoam version is easier to applyEffective at treating male pattern baldness (slowly, results may vary)Cons:none

I bought the Foam as the Liquid Solution has propylene glycol (used in antifreeze, plastics, and paint. This was a good value and should be used with a good shampoo and conditioner specifically used for reducing hair loss. I’ve noticed my hair seems fuller with new growth over a period of a year. A hair/scalp Doctor recommended using shampoo & conditioner from “Keeps” which help when using Minoxidil. Although this is not a name brand, it has the same ingredients in it as Rogaine for a much more affordable price.

I've used Rogaine, Amazon Basics Minoxidil, and this GoodSense (all foam). They all seem to work just the same, as they are the same 5% minoxidil, however for whatever reason for me, this Goodsense minoxidil foam when drying up leaves a dandruff/dry skin like residue far more noticeable than any other minoxidil I've used. Not sure what's happening, maybe I am applying too much, but I've also gotten the Amazon brand one again to compare, and it leaves very little dried up residue.

I've used minoxidil for many years, but this was my first experience with the foam. I disliked the liquid so much that I seriously considered quitting minoxidil altogether. The liquid is oily, sticky, heavy and discolors my hair where it's applied. Although the instructions usually say to leave it on all day, it was so bad that I'd only wear it before taking a morning shower. In the evening, I'd reapply it before bedtime, and if I went to bed without giving it a couple of hours of drying time first, then it would end up on my pillow cases. I had the same experience using many different brands and I hated it, but it did work.This foam is much lighter and dries almost immediately. Not surprisingly, it's still a little oily, but nowhere as bad as the liquid, and I haven't noticed any discoloration. All this has me a little concerned that it doesn't work as well, and since I've only used it for a month now, I'm still not quite sure, but so far it seems to be working fine. It's worth noting that it is not a mousse and has no styling ability to hold your hair in place, but it would probably work better then the liquid with a mousse, since it's lighter and dries so much faster.So far, I haven't had any problems with the bottles dispensing the product or not having enough in them. The cap has an annoying child-proof mechanism on it, so I just leave it off. The instructions give the original advice on applying it to the crown only, but I've always thought minoxidil works better by covering the entire balding area. This requires more product with the liquid and the foam.I won't be fully satisfied until I'm confident it's working as well as the liquid, but so far I'm liking it much better. Mostly that's because it's easier to use and not nearly as nasty as the liquid. My reason for waiting so long to try the foam is because I couldn't justify the price difference, and while I only paid a little more for this product, I see it's already gone up considerably, so this could be my first and last experience with it.