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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of hers Minoxidil Solution versus hers Minoxidil Foam for Women .

Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on December 12, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free, fungal acne (malassezia) safe, and reef safe hair loss. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols

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Hair Loss American Brand United States
Hair Loss American Brand United States

Hair Loss

Products to help treat hair loss and thinning hair.

Hair Loss

Products to help treat hair loss and thinning hair.

Price

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Starts at $12.96
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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Humectant

We don't have a description for Minoxidil Hyaluronamide.

hers Minoxidil Solution contains this as ingredient number 1.

hers Minoxidil Foam for Women contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.

These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.

Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.

Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.

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hers Minoxidil Solution contains this as ingredient number 2.

hers Minoxidil Foam for Women contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

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hers Minoxidil Solution contains this as ingredient number 3.

hers Minoxidil Foam for Women contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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hers Minoxidil Solution contains this as ingredient number 4.

hers Minoxidil Foam for Women contains this as ingredient number 4.

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25% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
25% have no rating yet

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Alternatives

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