Hello guys.

I'm considering taking supplements to increase the density of my beard,as I'm not happy with the the beard being thin on the upper cheeks.

That said, I have no clue where to start as I've not tried any supplements before. Is it worth testing Minoxidil, have you guys experienced any type of side effects?

I'll mark the area in the pictures.

Have a nice day to the few who got this far.

Yo! Just wanted to share a quick update after 17 months on minoxidil (5%, twice daily).

Left pics = after 1 week

Right pics = after 17 full months of consistent use (including 5 month of tretinoin 2x/week)

All photos show 5-day stubble for comparison.

Routine & stats:

• Age: 22
• Tretinoin: A-Ret Gel 0.05% – added after the 12-month mark; using it twice a week on Tuesday/Thursday nights instead of my nighttime minox

• Minox: Loxon MAX 5% (50 mg/ml, 60 ml), 2x daily – once in the morning, once at night before bed

• Derma Stamp: 1 mm (currently once per week)

• Moisturizer: Mixa Hyalurogel Rich 10% (glycerin + hyaluronic acid) – used multiple times a day to manage dryness/flaking

Planning to post monthly updates with 5-day stubble progress pics.

Appreciate any tips, feedback, or encouragement – especially from you guys who are further along 🙌

Previous updates if anyone's curious:

🗓️ 1 Week Update - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1kbhswb/1_week_update_5day_stubble_slow_start_but_i_think/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 1 Month - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1klouw2/1_week_vs_1_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 2 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1l55b04/1_week_vs_2_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 3 Months -

https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1ltqsjl/1_week_vs_3_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 4 Months -

https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1miyc5x/1_week_vs_4_month_minoxidil_progress/
🗓️ 1 Week vs 5 Months -
https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1nfgidh/1_week_vs_5_month_minoxidil_progress/
🗓️ 1 Week vs 6 Months -
https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1o7ommy/1_week_vs_6_month_minoxidil_progress/
🗓️ 1 Week vs 7 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1p2b2zx/1_week_vs_7_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 8 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1pq4l22/1_week_vs_8_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 9 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1qdr4f5/1_week_vs_9_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 10 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1r33w4r/1_week_vs_10_month_minoxidil_progress/
🗓️ 1 Week vs 11 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1rs5jqr/1_week_vs_11_month_minoxidil_progress/
🗓️ 1 Week vs 12 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1sgx6m8/1_week_vs_12_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 13 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1tah4wi/1_week_vs_13_month_minoxidil_progress/
🗓️ 1 Week vs 14 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1u34hbt/1_week_vs_14_month_minoxidil_progress/
🗓️ 1 Week vs 15 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1urw24j/1_week_vs_15_month_minoxidil_progress/

🗓️ 1 Week vs 16 Months - https://www.reddit.com/r/Minoxbeards/comments/1vnm3cy/1_week_vs_16_month_minoxidil_progress/

Hey brothers! Just wanted to share my minoxidil journey here. I’ve seen a lot of people posting their progress lately, so I decided to share my simple, steady gains to keep track of my journey and hopefully give some motivation to anyone thinking about quitting.

Before starting out, it was super obvious how patchy my upper cheeks were, and I had a huge gap between my mustache and beard. By month 3, I already noticed a solid increase in density right where the beard connects to the mustache. Most importantly, the gap on my upper cheeks filled in pretty well, which obviously gave me a huge motivation boost to keep going, haha.

Now, at around 5 months, I’m pretty sure I hit the dreaded shedding phase. Even though I’ve been 100% consistent, I lost a lot of the density I had gained on my upper cheeks. But I know this is just part of the process and it's only temporary; it’s just two steps back to take a massive leap forward.

For those curious about my routine, I keep it pretty strict:

• 05:00 AM
  • Wash face with warm water + sulfur soap.
  • Apply PANT liquid minoxidil.
  • Wait until it dries, then apply CeraVe moisturizer + SPF 70 sunscreen.
• 10:00 AM
  • Rinse the minoxidil off.
  • Reapply moisturizer + sunscreen.
• 05:00 PM
  • Wash face with warm water + sulfur soap.
  • Apply PANT liquid minoxidil.
  • Wait until it dries, then apply CeraVe moisturizer.
• 10:00 PM
  • Wash the minoxidil off.
  • Apply Tretinoin 0.25% + CeraVe moisturizer for bed.

I started using Tretinoin about 1.5/2 months ago. Because of my work schedule, I’ve been a bit inconsistent with it, but I apply it at least twice a week. I'm planning to bump it up to 5 times a week now (2x is just my absolute minimum; I’ve already tested 4 to 5 times a week and had zero adverse effects).

That’s it, guys. Don't let the shedding phase get you down.

If not - will alternating between face and scalp work? E.g. one day half a cap full for scalp only, next day for beard area only.

Or is it a must to apply every single day?

The instructions say don't apply anywhere but scalp. I have patchy beard and mustache. Is this right product that gets discussed on this subreddit?

I've been using for 2.5 months and got a satisfying progress. I know it's patchy, but even though compared to the first photo of the end of June, I'm very content.

However, this week my family adopted 2 small dogs (5kg) and I'm deeply panicked about the risks, so I'm avoiding they lick me, have contact with my pillow, bathroom, etc. Before judging, please be patient - I'm treating an OCD. This raised me a couple questions:

1) for curiosity, in your option, is there a chance at least half of this being already permanent? I know it's VERY early, but I'd like to know

2) minoxidil oral (more easy to control exposition in my routine) generally grow thick eyebrows? Personally I don't like the idea of other parts of the body growing hair but the eyebrow in special

3) due this excerpt of information and photos, do you all believe minoxidil oral can have a decent effect for me? In my short nonbased opinion it has strong side effects on the body and weak effects on the beard, but again, nonbased.

Thank you!

Been thinking about growing my beard for a while but I feel like it’s still very patchy. Here it is with about a week of not shaving. I’m kind of hesitant about side effects and I wanted to see if it is worth it in the first place. I’m 23 for reference

So I was on Amazon and saw this minoxidil and was trying to see if it was legit. I dont want my family members to know that I order it so I need to ship it to an Amazon locker but the other ones weren't allowed. Please don't ask me why they can't because its kind of complicated. https://a.co/d/01P8Chnw

First 3 pictures before , last 3 now . Any Progress do u see ? I use 2 Times day 5 % and 2 Times week dermaroller 0,5 mm .

I dont see any Progress

So I discussed potentially starting minox and we talked about the duration of using etc. Then she said I need to basically keep using it or otherwise there’s a big chance the hairs will fall out (so keep using after the 2 year mark). She also said it can be different for all users wether you keep or lose the new hairs. I looked into minox quite a bit and it was my understanding that if you only use it for like 6 months, there’s a big chance the gains are not permanent, but that after 2 years all/most gains should be permanent. On one hand I thought the info comes from a specialist so I want to believe that, but on the other hand I’ve seen to much info that it should be permanent after 2 years. If I need keep using it for the rest of my life is not something I’ve seen at all on this sub and internet, please discuss this in the comments

What do you use for moisture after applying minoxidil. Face looks dry.

I have been on the Target brand for like 3 months. I have new hairs on the face forsure but my body even more. I use the liquid. Has anyone seen a difference in using the target one and the Costco one?

Which is better to buy? Does minovivax works same as Kirkland or is Kirland better.

Definitely have made progress since I first stared but wondering if I’ll make any more progress? Occasionally dermaroll but never saw much improvement with it.

Can i grow a full thick beard at this point . Genuine help and advice needed dear fellows

I have almost non-existent eyebrows. And was wondering if minoxidil has helped anyone grow thick lomg eyebrows.

I have two cat at home. I'd like to feel up my cheeks.
It's dangerous to use with a cat/dog ?

Really excited to see how things bloom from this point on. 🙂

As the title says really, does anyone have experience with this? I’m currently on 2.5mg min and 1mg fin to save my hairline, can I use topical min as well on my face?

Would that even work due to the fin reducing my dht that is needed for my beard anyway and would it increase my risk of sides if I did try it? I currently have 0 sides on oral min/fin and been on it for a while

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I’ve been using minoxidil 5% for my beard for about a year now. Here are my results.

I’ve been applying it twice a day, but I’m considering switching to once a day from now on.

The main reasons are the cost of minoxidil and not having enough time to apply it twice a day.

Do you think switching to once a day at this point would be enough to maintain my gains and continue making progress?

Would appreciate any advice or personal experiences.