In conjunction with the organic dietary supplement, Provillus also presents a topical resolution to generally be applied two times on a daily basis. It must be placed on a dry scalp for optimum performance . The topical resolution contains 5% Minoxidil (the sole Food and drug administration accepted compound for hair loss treatment method) together with alcoholic beverages, propylene glycol, and purified water to counteract hair follicle shrinking about the scalp .