We are a store run by people who have dealt with hair loss ourselves. We are not doctors, and nothing on this site is medical advice.

General information only

Blog posts, FAQs, product descriptions, and emails from HairFren are for general education. They are not a substitute for a diagnosis, treatment plan, or advice from a licensed healthcare professional who knows your history. Always read the Drug Facts label on any product and follow it.

About minoxidil

Over the counter minoxidil (5% for men and women) is FDA approved for hereditary hair loss on the top of the scalp. It does not work for everyone, results take time (usually 4 months or more), and hair regrowth is not permanent if you stop using it. Common side effects include scalp itching, dryness, and temporary shedding in the first weeks. Rare but serious side effects include chest pain, rapid heartbeat, faintness, dizziness, sudden unexplained weight gain, and swelling of the hands or feet. Stop use and talk to a doctor if these happen.

Prescription strengths

Higher strength minoxidil (such as 15%) and low strength formulas for women (such as 3%) are not approved over the counter in the United States. They are available only by prescription from a licensed provider and are compounded by licensed pharmacies. HairFren does not sell, compound, or dispense them. Our waitlist only tells you when a partner pharmacy option is available. Any decision about prescription treatment should be made with a doctor.

Who should not use minoxidil without talking to a doctor

• Anyone under 18.
• People who are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• People with heart disease or who take blood pressure medication.
• People whose hair loss is sudden, patchy, or comes with scalp pain or redness.
• People with no family history of hair loss, or whose hair loss has an unknown cause.

Supplements

Hair gummies are dietary supplements. Statements about them have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Talk to your doctor before starting a supplement, especially if you take medication or have a thyroid condition.

Testimonials and before and after images

Any results described or shown on this site, including the founder’s own experience, are individual results. They are not a promise of what you will experience. Placeholder images on the site are clearly marked and will be replaced with real, unedited photos with written permission.

Emergencies

If you think you are having a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number.

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