Regaine for Women 5% Scalp Foam

Regaine for Women 5% Scalp Foam

Regaine for Women 5% Scalp Foam is a once daily treatment for female pattern hair loss. It targets the roots to help counter hereditary hair loss and thinning and encourage new growth, and the foam format absorbs quickly without the residue a liquid can leave.

How it works

Hereditary hair loss works by miniaturisation: follicles shrink over successive cycles and produce progressively finer hair until the parting looks wider and the scalp shows through. Minoxidil widens the small blood vessels around the follicle and lengthens the growth phase of the cycle, which gives shrinking follicles the chance to produce thicker hair again. At 5% in a once daily foam it is the higher strength option in the women's range.

How to use it

Apply once daily to a dry scalp, parting the hair so the foam reaches the skin along the thinning area rather than sitting on the hair, then spread it gently and wash your hands. Use it every day, since minoxidil works only while it is being used. Increased shedding in the first weeks is expected as resting hairs are pushed out by new growth, and it is not a reason to stop.

Who it is for

It is for women aged 18 to 65 experiencing hair thinning. It works best for those who have only recently started losing hair or are younger; where thinning or balding has been present for a long time, or hair loss is extensive, it is less likely to help. It is not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for use on irritated or broken scalp skin.

Safety and when to get advice

Scalp irritation, dryness and itching are the most common effects. Stop and seek advice for chest pain, a rapid heartbeat, dizziness or unexplained swelling. See a GP if hair is coming out in patches, if shedding is sudden or rapid, if the scalp is scaly or sore, or if hair loss comes with tiredness, weight change or changes to your periods, since thyroid problems and iron deficiency are common treatable causes in women. Results take around four months to assess, and stopping means regrowth is gradually lost. Our UK pharmacy team can answer questions about this product before you buy.

Common questions

Foam or solution?
The 5% foam is applied once daily and leaves less residue. The 2% solution is applied twice daily. A pharmacist can help you choose.

Will it work for me?
It works best where thinning is recent and follicles are still active, and less well where hair loss is long standing or extensive.

Can I style my hair afterwards?
Yes, once it has absorbed. Apply to a dry scalp first.

Always read the patient information leaflet supplied with the pack before use.