This is not a medical assessment. Your responses help personalize your experience and will be shared with your provider.
Your hair
Where are you noticing changes?
Pick the pattern that best matches what you're seeing.
Widening part
Parting looks wider than before
Overall thinning
Less dense everywhere
Shedding
More coming out on the brush
Temple thinning
Hairline receding at the sides
Your hair
How significant is the change?
Your hair
When did you start noticing changes?
Your goals
With treatment, what results are you hoping for?
Choose as many as you'd like.
Next, let's talk about what might be driving it.
Women's hair loss is often tied to hormonal shifts — understanding the context helps us give your provider the full picture.
Hormonal context
Has your hair loss coincided with a life change or hormonal shift?
This is one of the most important questions for women's hair loss — the cause shapes the treatment approach.
Why we ask
Women's hair loss has more causes than men's — hormones, nutrition, stress, and genetics all play a role. Your provider needs this context to recommend the right treatment, not just the standard one.
Hormonal context
Does hair loss run in your family?
Why we ask
Female pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is hereditary — if it runs in your family, treatment started earlier tends to be more effective.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
Lifestyle
How often do you experience significant stress?
Why we ask
Stress triggers telogen effluvium — a form of hair loss that can cause large amounts of shedding 2–3 months after a stressful event. Knowing this helps your provider assess whether your loss may be temporary.
Source: National Institutes of Health
Your routine
What's your hair type?
Why we ask
Hair type affects which treatment format works best. Topical solutions can be harder to apply to curly or coily hair — your provider may recommend a different format based on this.
Your routine
How much time do you spend on your hair every day?
We offer treatments that fit into your existing routine.
Your routine
How do you typically style your hair?
Here's what we know about your hair so far
Now, let's go over the treatment options that are available for you.
Treatments that stop loss and restore density — with a strong safety record in women.
Topical minoxidil FDA-approved
Applied directly to the scalp. Reactivates dormant follicles and extends the hair growth phase. The most widely studied treatment for women's hair loss.
Low-dose oral minoxidil Growing evidence
A small daily pill — no scalp application needed. Strong emerging evidence for women. Very low dose (0.25–1mg) minimizes systemic side effects.
Spironolactone Rx · Hormonal
For women whose hair loss is driven by hormones (especially androgens). Often prescribed alongside minoxidil for hormonal causes like PCOS or post-menopause.
Note: finasteride is generally not prescribed for women. Dibs will never prescribe medications that aren't appropriate for your situation.
Minoxidil is the most proven treatment for women's hair loss.
62%
of women reported a reduction in hair loss with topical minoxidil after 32 weeks
¹ Based on clinical trial data for 2% topical minoxidil in women with androgenetic alopecia
~80%
of women see at least some improvement in density after 6 months of consistent use
² Based on pooled clinical data across minoxidil formulations
Results take time — and that's normal.
Most women see reduced shedding within 2–3 months. Visible density improvement typically takes 4–6 months. Patience and consistency matter more than anything else.
Create your account
Where should we send your treatment plan?
We'll use this to connect you with your provider and send updates on your assessment.
or continue with email
Your details
A few more details.
Why we ask
We need to confirm you're 18 or older to receive prescription treatment through Dibs.
Quick medical check
A few important questions for your provider.
Minoxidil has specific considerations depending on your situation. These help your provider make the safest recommendation.
Are you currently pregnant or breastfeeding?
Minoxidil is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Are you actively trying to conceive?
We'll flag this for your provider — they'll advise on timing.
Have you been diagnosed with a heart condition or take medication for blood pressure?
Minoxidil can affect blood pressure — your provider needs to know.
Do you have an active scalp condition (psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, or open sores)?
Enter your payment details now. You won't be charged unless and until a licensed provider approves your prescription. Cancel any time before approval at no cost.
One important note
Minoxidil isn't recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
This isn't the right time to start treatment — but it's a great time to save your assessment so you're ready to begin when the timing is right for you.
What to keep in mind
Postpartum hair loss is extremely common — up to 50% of women experience it
It often resolves on its own within 6–12 months after delivery
If shedding persists beyond 12 months postpartum, that's when treatment becomes most helpful
Come back once you've finished breastfeeding — we'll be here
In the meantime, Dibs prenatal supplements support healthy hair during and after pregnancy:
Minoxidil needs more careful consideration in your situation.
One of your answers flags something your provider needs to evaluate carefully before prescribing. This isn't a rejection — your situation needs a more thorough clinical conversation.
What to do next
Speak with your primary care physician or cardiologist about your specific situation
Ask whether low-dose topical minoxidil could still be safe with your cardiac history
Come back if your situation changes — we're not going anywhere
A licensed provider will review your answers within 24 hours. You'll hear by email with your recommended treatment plan and next steps.
What happens next
Provider review within 24 hours
Email with your recommended treatment plan
Card charged only if your Rx is approved
Minoxidil ships within 2–3 days of approval
Most women see meaningful improvement in 3–6 months
After you receive your care team email, you may be asked to share a few photos of your scalp parting — this helps your provider track progress over time.