Follicare Review

Minoxidil's side effects can include minor symptoms such as scalp itching and irritation or a temporary increase in hair loss. Rare side effects can occur such as chest pain, faintness or dizziness, fast or irregular heart beat, sudden weight gain, or swollen face, hands or feet. The use of minoxidil may interfere with other medical problems or prescription drugs. You should consult with your doctor before using any product containing minoxidil. Other side effects associated with Follicare may include a mild tingling sensation and reddening of the scalp which should dissipate after about 30 minutes.

Male or female pattern baldness, known as Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), is a common form of hair loss in men and women. Male pattern baldness is caused by an overproduction of the androgenic hormone, dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is a potent form of testosterone known to stimulate prostate growth and scalp hair loss. An enzyme produced in the prostate, adrenal glands and scalp, called 5-alpha-reductase, metabolizes the male hormone testosterone into DHT.

Follicare products contain nutrients such as saw palmetto, zinc, nettles, pumpkin seed extract, and fo ti root, that block the damaging effects of 5-alpha-reductase and stop the production of DHT. "Topical absorption of DHT blockers is enhanced using a patented liposome system that delivers key ingredients directly to the follicle," states the manufacturer, on its website. Follicare also contains natural vasodilators such as niacin, hawthorn berry, rosemary and ginkgo biloba, to help promote blood flow to the scalp.


Follicare products need to be used for at least 6 to 12 weeks to experience results. To maintain the desired results

What will the new hair look like?

At first, hair growth may be soft, downy, lighter color hair. After further use, the new hair should be the same color and thickness as the other hairs on your scalp.

How long do I need to use the Follicare System?

You will start to see results after just 8 weeks of using the product. New hair growth will be fine at that time. You will also notice at this time that you are not losing nearly as much hair as you had been prior to using Follicare. After six to twelve months of continued use as directed, you will be able to see your best results. As with any product that is correcting an unwanted condition, continued use will be needed to maintain the results you desire and continue the hair growth process.

What happens if I completely stop using The Follicare System?

Continuous use of The Follicare System is needed to maintain hair regrowth. If you completely stop using The Follicare System, your natural hair loss process will probably cause you to lose your newly regrown hair over a period of time, and the hair loss cycle you had experienced will resume.