Are dark circles and puffy face common with Minoxidil for beard growth?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have been using Minoxidil (5% liquid) for my beard for about five days now, following the recommended usage of one to two times a day. However, I have started experiencing side effects such as a puffy face and dark circles under my eyes since yesterday, and I am not comfortable with it. Although it is only been five days, and typically it takes about a month or six weeks to see results, can I discontinue its use to stop the side effects? Additionally, I already have some facial hair, but I wanted to make it thicker and fuller with Minoxidil. Will stopping now cause the beard hair that grew without it to fall out? No other medications were used, first-time Minoxidil user. Concerned about losing already existing beard hairs.

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hi

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Follow the below instructions:

Avoid stress and make yourself stress-free.
Use gloves while applying on the beard.
Apply to the area of concern.
Avoid contact with other areas.
Moisturize skin frequently.
Stay hydrated.
Get Adequate sleep.
Avoid smoking.
Reduce your screen time.
Eat more green, healthy, and nutritious food.
Use hydrating under-eye serum.
Attach clinical images to assess lesions so can guide you further.

I hope this information will help.

Thank you.