New liquid minoxidil is creating flakes on applied areas. Dandruff or just the dried min?

BigTexasSexy · Mar 2, 2014

About two weeks ago I switched out rogaine 5% foam for a generic Walgreens liquid 5%. Recently I've noticed that my scalp is flaking, and I can literally peel off layers of either dandruff, or the dried solution itself. I want to continue using the liquid version, but of course I don't want to flake. Any ideas?

BigTexasSexy · Mar 2, 2014

Yeah I'm using nizoral right now, have any recommendations on how to apply it?

swingline747 · Mar 3, 2014

Ive used liquid and foam and never had residue of any sort. Plus that area looks a bit red. Is it irritated or itchy?
Maybe switch to a different liquid. I use walmarts equate brand minoxidil and its pretty good. No reactions.

BigTexasSexy · Mar 3, 2014

It's somewhat itchy after application, but not for too long and it's not that bad. I'll probably switch to kirklands liquid. I appreciate the advice John, but I'm tired of doing so much **** to maintain my hair at only 19. If it continues I might look into it