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Hi i have a question. i put henna on my hair and it caused my scalp to stain. will the minoxidil still penetrate my scalp even though my scalp is stained? or should i completely remove the stain and then apply minoxidil? thanks?

Q: hi i have a question. i put henna on my hair and it caused my scalp to stain. will the minoxidil still penetrate my scalp even though my scalp is stained? or should i completely remove the stain and then apply minoxidil? thanks?

: I would not think it will make a difference. You may want to measure your BP to see if that goes down a bit after applying.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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I would not think it will make a difference. You may want to measure your BP to see if that goes down a bit after applying.

Answered 4/14/2023

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A member asked:

Hi i have a question. i put henna on my hair and it caused my scalp to stain. will the minoxidil still penetrate my scalp even though my scalp is stained? or should i completely remove the stain and then apply minoxidil? thanks?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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