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DS Laboratories

DS Laboratories sells both an FDA-registered OTC Minoxidil drug and cosmetic hair products. Spectral UHP Extra Strength is a Minoxidil 5% hair regrowth treatment under the OTC monograph, while its better-known Spectral.DNC-N and Revita lines use Nanoxidil®, a proprietary cosmetic ingredient that is not Minoxidil.

Status: product details pending verification against current labels. Check the official sources below before buying.

What is DS Laboratories?

DS Laboratories sells both an FDA-registered OTC Minoxidil drug and cosmetic hair products. Spectral UHP Extra Strength is a Minoxidil 5% hair regrowth treatment under the OTC monograph, while its better-known Spectral.DNC-N and Revita lines use Nanoxidil®, a proprietary cosmetic ingredient that is not Minoxidil.

Because the lineup mixes a drug with cosmetics, the two types should not be confused: only Spectral UHP contains Minoxidil; the Nanoxidil® products are cosmetics and do not carry the OTC Minoxidil drug facts label.

Products

ProductActiveFormatForUse
Spectral UHP Extra Strength Hair Regrowth TreatmentMinoxidil 5%Topical solutionMen / UnisexPer label
Spectral.DNC-N (Nanoxidil®)Nanoxidil® (cosmetic)SerumUnisexPer label
Revita shampoo and conditionerCosmeticShampoo / conditionerUnisexPer label

Product list reflects commonly listed items and has not yet been verified against current labels; availability, pack sizes and exact names can differ.

What sets it apart

  • Sells a Minoxidil 5% treatment (Spectral UHP) alongside Nanoxidil® cosmetics
  • Proprietary cosmetic actives such as Nanoxidil®

How DS Laboratories compares with FOLIGAIN

Both sell OTC Minoxidil. At the same strength the active ingredient is the same; differences are formats, inactive ingredients, pack sizes, price per month and the surrounding range. FOLIGAIN adds low-alcohol Minoxidil, Minoxidil + TRIOXIDIL® products and coordinated cosmetic hair care.

Frequently asked questions

Does DS Laboratories contain Minoxidil?

Some DS Laboratories products contain Minoxidil; others are cosmetics, supplements or prescription products. Check each label.

Is DS Laboratories for men or women?

DS Laboratories products are offered for men and women. Always use the product labeled for you.

Do I need a subscription for DS Laboratories?

Subscription: optional.

References

  1. DS Laboratories official website. Accessed for current product range.
  2. U.S. FDA. Drug Facts labeling for OTC topical Minoxidil.

Exploring Minoxidil options?

See FOLIGAIN® Minoxidil for men and women, including low-alcohol and foam formulas, and TRIOXIDIL® hair care.

Important

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