Does Minoxidil Cause Skin Darkening? A Look at Hyperpigmentation
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While uncommon, pigmentary complications, including both hyperpigmentation (skin darkening) and hypopigmentation, have been documented as adverse effects of minoxidil. This raises a critical question for users and clinicians: does minoxidil cause skin darkening, and if so, what are the underlying reasons and potential remedies?