1. Respect the proper Derma Rolling frequency!
If you roll more than you need, then you may transect some of your scalp hair. The more frequently you roll, the more often such transection with derma roller can occur.
When the hair is wet it is more flat and this id won´t stand up and potentially get in a way of the microneedles.
2. Don´t apply Minoxidil right after!
You´ll still get boost in your hair regrowth if you apply Minoxidil 24 hours later so don´t rush with it.
We known that Minoxidil contains alcohol, some versions even Propylene Glycol which have been shown to be skin allergens causing irritation by some people even without prior derma rolling.
This is my favorite Fast-Drying/Non-Oily Minoxidil 5% product I recommend.
By using it right after derma rolling you´ll experience stinging, and skin drying , which makes the healing slower.
Rather use vitamin A or vitamin E rich oil. Vitamin A influences 400–1000 genes that control proliferation and differentiation of all major cells in epidermis and dermis, and Vitamin E is an anti oxidant that supports skin health (almond oil).
During the micro-needling studies they also used saline or betadine for cleansing the scalp after the derma rolling session. This also applies to any alcohol and PG containing topicals and even topical Finasteride which often times contains alcohol or PG as a penetration enhancer.
I’ve been using the .5 roller for 8 weeks, three times a week. I also apply minoxidil twice a day without fail as I have been using minoxidil for years. So far, I have not seen any changes in hair regrown whatsoever. Should I continue use with the Derma roller or stop altogether. Again it’s been about two months I’ve been using the roller. Please help. I could use some input. Even some advice if I’m using the roller enough each week or if I’m using the roller to much. My email address is jfranco85@aol.com. Please respond as I will wait for you answers. Thanks for all your help. I’m Looking forward to hearing from you.