How do you use Regaine Minoxidil Foam 5% for men?

Regaine Minoxidil Foam 5% for men use twice a day, in the morning and in the evening: half a capful of foam (about 1 gram) each time on a dry scalp, spread over the thin areas with your fingertips. Then you wash your hands. Using more or more often does not give better results.^[1] With that dosage, 1 can of 60 grams will last you about a month. Count on 2 to 4 months before you can expect visible hair growth. In the study behind the foam, men had an average of 21 more hairs per cm² after 16 weeks, compared to 4.3 with a foam without minoxidil.^[1] Below you can read how to use the foam properly, what it costs per month and for whom it is not suitable.

Contents

• What is Regaine foam 5% for men?
• How do you use Regaine foam 5% for men?
• How long does one can last and what does it cost per month?
• When do you see results with Regaine foam?
• Do you choose the Regaine foam or lotion?
• Who is Regaine foam not suitable for?
• Frequently asked questions
• Sources

What is Regaine foam 5% for men?

Regaine foam 5% for men is a foam with 50 mg minoxidil per gram, intended for hereditary hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in adult men. The foam is white to yellowish and contains no perfume.^[1] In the English packaging it is called Regaine for Men Extra Strength Scalp Foam; in the United States the same brand is sold under the name Rogaine. The marketing authorization holder is Kenvue, the company behind Regaine.^[1]

In addition to minoxidil, the foam contains anhydrous ethanol, purified water, butylated hydroxytoluene, lactic acid, citric acid, glycerol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, polysorbate 60 and a propellant (propane and butane). Propylene glycol is not in that list.^[1] That is the main difference with the lotion, which does contain propylene glycol.^[2]

How do you use Regaine foam 5% for men?

The product information describes the use as follows:^[1]

1. Make sure your hair and scalp are dry. Do not apply the foam to wet hair.
2. Hold the can upside down and press the spray nozzle. Dispense half a capful, which is approximately 1 gram of foam.
3. Distribute the foam with your fingertips over the thin spots on your scalp, such as the crown or hairline. If necessary, make a parting so that the foam touches the skin and not just your hair.
4. Wash your hands thoroughly afterwards, so that you do not transfer minoxidil to your face or to others.
5. Repeat this in the evening. The maximum daily dose is 2 grams of foam, so half a cap twice.

The foam melts when skin temperature.^[1] Melt it off on your hand too quickly, then spray it onto a cool, non-absorbent surface such as a clean saucer and apply from there with your fingertips; the Dutch product information for 5% minoxidil foam also recommends this.^[3] Do not use the foam at the same time as other products on your scalp, such as a corticosteroid cream or tretinoin, because they can alter the absorption of minoxidil.^[1]

Original Regaine foam

Regaine Foam 3 Months 5% for Men

3 cans of 60 grams, enough for about 3 months with half a cap twice a day.

€ 109,99View the foam →

How long does one can last and what does it cost per month?

A can of Regaine foam contains 60 grams (about 73 ml).^[1] At the recommended 2 grams per day, it will last you about 30 days. If you use it less often than recommended, the bus will last longer, but then you will not use it as in the study. In the table you can see what it costs per month at Minodeals. Kirkland Minoxidil Foam 5% is listed as a cheaper alternative with the same concentration of minoxidil.

If you want the original brand, Regaine is the logical choice. If you pay particular attention to the price per month, Kirkland is cheaper. Also read what differences there are between minoxidil foam and lotion if you are still unsure about the form.

Cheaper alternative

Kirkland Minoxidil Foam 5% 3 Months For Men

Also 5% minoxidil in foam form, for a lower price per month.

€ 84,99View Kirkland foam →

When will you see results with Regaine foam?

The effect of the foam was investigated in a 16-week study in 352 men: 180 used the foam with 5% minoxidil and 172 the same foam without minoxidil.^[1] This is how the progression looks out:

If you stop taking minoxidil, the hair loss will continue. According to the product information of the lotion, newly grown hair may disappear again 3 to 4 months after stopping.^[2] The result varies per person and depends, among other things, on how long you have been losing hair. You can read more about the progress per month in the timeline of minoxidil results.

Experience of a customer

★★★★★

"I have now been on the treatment for 3 months, I can already see starting hair growth in places that were much thinner before."

Dani, Regaine Foam 5% for Men, 3 months · Review via Judge.me · Results vary per person.

Do you choose the Regaine foam or lotion?

The Regaine foam and lotion for men both contain 5% minoxidil and should be used twice a day. The difference is in the form and the excipients:

• Dosage: of the foam you take half a cap (1 gram), of the lotion 1 ml at a time.^[1][2]
• Propylene glycol: the lotion contains 500 mg propylene glycol per ml, which can irritate the skin. The foam does not contain propylene glycol.^[1][2]
• Absorption into the body: When used twice a day, the foam released approximately half as much minoxidil into the blood as the 5% lotion.^[1]

If you suffer from itching or flaking due to a lotion, the foam is often worth a try. To be fair, the foam can also irritate the skin. It contains alcohol, and butylated hydroxytoluene, cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol can cause local skin reactions.^[1] The lotion is useful if you want to dose precisely between longer hair.

Experience of a customer

★★★★★

"Have been using it for 3 months now and it works great! Hair loss has stopped"

Jesse, Regaine Foam 5% for Men, 3 months · Review via Judge.me · Results vary per person.

Prefer a lotion

Regaine Lotion 3 Months 5% for Men

The same 5% minoxidil from Regaine, as a lotion of 1 ml at a time.

€ 109,99View the lotion →

Who is Regaine foam not suitable for?

Regaine foam 5% for men is made for men aged 18 and over with hereditary hair loss. Do not use it or consult your doctor or pharmacist first in these situations:^[1]

• You are younger than 18 years.
• You have cardiovascular disease or heart rhythm disorders: consult your doctor first.
• Your scalp is red, inflamed, irritated or painful, for example due to psoriasis or wounds.
• Your hair falls suddenly or occurs in spots, there is no hair loss in your family or the cause is unknown. Have this checked by your doctor first.
• You are hypersensitive to minoxidil or one of the excipients.

Stop and contact a doctor if you experience chest pain, a fast heartbeat, fainting or dizziness, sudden weight gain, swollen hands or feet, or persistent redness of your scalp.^[1] The foam is intended for men; use during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not recommended.^[1] Keep the can out of the reach of children and avoid children coming into contact with the areas where you have applied the foam, as unwanted hair growth has been reported in babies.^[1] The can is flammable: do not smoke during application and do not expose to temperatures above 50°C.^[1]

Frequently asked questions

Should my hair be dry when using Regaine foam apply?

Yes. Hair and scalp must be dry before applying the foam.^[1] If you have just showered, dry your hair with a towel or hairdryer first.

How long should I wait before washing my hair after application?

The Dutch product information of 5% minoxidil foam recommends not wetting your scalp for about 4 hours after application, so that the foam does not become washed away.^[3] So apply it in the morning after showering rather than before.

Is Regaine foam the same as Rogaine foam?

Regaine and Rogaine are two names of the same brand: Regaine in Europe, Rogaine in the United States. Both foams contain 5% minoxidil. Packaging, text and rules for the leaflet differ per country.

Who makes Regaine?

Regaine is a brand of Kenvue. In Austria, Kenvue Austria GmbH is listed as the marketing authorization holder for the foam.^[1]

Can I use Regaine foam on my beard?

According to the product information, the foam is only intended for the scalp, and unwanted hair growth may occur in other areas.^[1] Use in the beard is therefore outside the official instructions for use. If you are in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Does it help to use more foam more often?

No. Applying a larger amount or more often does not give better results and the maximum daily dose is 2 grams of foam.^[1]

This article is general information and does not replace medical advice. Always read the package leaflet and, if in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Prices are as of November 2026.

Sources

1. Bundesamt für Sicherheit im Gesundheitswesen (BASG), Fachinformation Regaine 5 % Schaum zur Anwendung auf der Kopfhaut, für Männer, as of September 2025 (German)
2. emc / McNeil Products Ltd, SmPC Regaine for Men Extra Strength Scalp Solution 5% w/v Cutaneous Solution, revised December 2024 (English)
3. Medicine Evaluation Board, Medicines Information Bank, Summary of product characteristics Minoxidil Intermed 50 mg/g foam for cutaneous use