I Didn't Like Minoxidil But I Did Love This Natural Hair Serum

If you’re someone like me who struggles with hair loss, you’ve probably heard about minoxidil. It’s one of the most common prescription-based hair loss products out there, and it’s what my doctor prescribed for me when I shared my hair loss troubles with her.

But just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it works for everyone. I wanted to share my journey to help others suffering from hair loss learn about the problems I experienced with minoxidil, and share the natural hair growth solution that put my strands back on track.

Minoxidil Side Effects

There’s no doubt that minoxidil works for some people, and multiple studies show that it can definitely help increase hair growth.  

However, I discovered that it also came with a long list of potential side effects. Minoxidil poses a danger to pregnant women because it can result in fetal development impairment. It has also been shown to cause skin and scalp irritation, low blood pressure, headaches and irregular heart rate. Ironically it has also been linked to temporary hair loss and long-term hair damage, such as changes in the texture and color of hair strands. 

Let’s just say I was less than enthusiastic when my doctor shared the side effects with me, but at that point, I was desperate. I would have tried anything! So I gave it a shot.  

I wanted Minoxidil to work for me. But within a few months, it became apparent that it wasn’t the product for me. First of all, I experienced terrible hair shed right off the bat. My doctor assured me this was a normal part of taking Minoxidil, but I had such a sparse amount of hair already that losing even more had my self-confidence at an all-time low. And then my skin started reacting. I experienced new levels of dryness that left me looking tired and worn out, as the skin on my scalp and face continued to flake no matter how much moisturizer I applied. I knew there had to be a better answer to my hair loss woes. 

A Better Natural Solution

Worrying about side effects had my stress levels skyrocketing, which only made my hair loss worse! So naturally, I did what anyone would in my situation — I took to the internet. That’s how I discovered a minoxidil alternative that I fell in love with. It’s plant-based, which means it’s made without potentially toxic chemicals. Plus, it’s totally side-effect free, and it works!

So what is this natural solution? Cult-favorite beauty brand VEGAMOUR’s GRO+ Advanced Hair Serum. Packed with the same vegan phyto-actives as VEGAMOUR’s original hair serum formula, this advanced formula also contains full-spectrum hemp, which soothes your scalp and follicles and helps the phyto-actives to work even better — stimulating follicles to promote healthier hair growth without the use of harsh chemicals or carcinogenic ingredients. 

I followed the directions and applied my new serum to my roots every day. And within just a few months, my hair was visibly denser and healthier looking, while my side effects from the chemical formula I was previously using were long gone.

A Growing Community 

I’m not the only one VEGAMOUR worked for. I recently came across a VEGAMOUR interview with a mom who used GRO Hair Serum to solve her postpartum hair loss struggle. “I tried everything from Rogaine to painful steroid injections with little to no success,” said Rheonna Rushing.

However, like me, VEGAMOUR turned out to be the solution she was looking for. 

"My hair dresser provided me with the shampoo and conditioner, and I purchased the growth drops trio twice since April of this year, and they all have worked wonders, not only for the growth of my hair but [they] give my hair body and shine,” Rushing told VEGAMOUR. “It looks and feels healthy from root to tip."

Her results speak for themselves; just look at these before-and-after photos!

Photo credit: Vegamour.com

Make VEGAMOUR Part of Your Hair Journey

If you, like me, are interested in visible hair growth results without chemical solutions, you should subscribe and save to get the serum and other hair growth products you need delivered automatically — and more affordably — every month. 

Aside from saving money, I’ve found that signing up to receive the GRO+ Advanced Hair Serum 3 Pack has helped me stay on track with my growth goals, knowing I’ll always have the product I need to keep my hair happy, healthy and thriving. 

The bottom line? Since I have started using VEGAMOUR, I have better-looking locks, I’m saving money, and I have no side effects to stress out about. Now that’s my kind of hair growth journey!