Versus

Regaine Regular Strength Solution 2% Minoxidil Versus Nexxus Minoxidil Topical Solution 2% Hair Regrowth Treatment

Hair Loss
Hair Loss
British Brand United Kingdom
American Brand United States

Updated on October 04, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe hair loss. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

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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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Benefits

Concerns

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Minoxidil is a type of medicine to treat hair loss. It must be used indefinitely to be effective at preventing hair loss.

This ingredient is not an INCI ingredient. Please consult a medical professional when using this ingredient.

Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 develop a rash when using this ingredient.

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Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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When to use

2 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
100% use every day