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To update your account information, please visit your Fortero account. Click on the area you want to update and make the changes accordingly. 

The payment information can be changed prior to placing an order. You can go to the accounts page and change the payment information. Please note that the payment information cannot be changed for an order that has already been processed and shipped. 

Please navigate to the accounts page in order to change the shipping address. Please note that the address cannot be changed for an order that has already been shipped. 

No worries, you can securely reset your subscription password with this link.
Make sure to follow all the steps and you will have access to your account again in no time. Try keeping the new password to something that is easier to remember so you do not get locked out again. Happy shopping!

Definitely! Our customers’ safety and security is our top most priority. Fortero uses industry-standard security to keep your private information safe and secure. Meaning, your account information such as name, address, and payment information remains secure. For more information, please read our Privacy Policy.

We understand that everyone gets busy in their day-to-day lives, leaving little time left to worry about routine purchases time and again. Thus, for our customers’ convenience, we have a subscription service whereby, the products are shipped bi-monthly so that you never run out. According to the research, our products must be used continuously to see the best results.  So, instead of putting this burden on your shoulders, we proudly share it by helping you with the refills.

We are sorry to hear that you want to cancel your Fortero subscription, but we respect your choice. You can cancel, postpone, or snooze your subscription at any time, just contact our support team at support@getfortero.com. A cancellation becomes official once you receive a cancellation confirmation email from our support staff. We are sad to see you go! Feel free to reactivate your subscription at any time!

To view your full order history, navigate to the Transaction History tab of your account. To view your subscription information and adjust your next delivery, navigate to the homepage of your account. If you have any questions, please reach out to our support team!

We have a very flexible refund policy at Fortero. You may return any items purchased from our website. For further details, please visit Return/Refund Policy.
We would always prefer to resolve any issue you’re facing, so feel free to reach out to our support team at support@getfortero.com and discuss the matter in detail. We look forward to making things right for you!

New to Fortero? The Fortero First Purchase Lifetime Money-Back Guarantee applies to first-time purchasers of our subscription products! As a new customer, you are eligible to receive a one-time, full refund of any qualifying subscription purchase. For additional details and instructions for how to apply this guarantee, please review the policy for the First Purchase Lifetime Money-Back Guarantee in our Terms and Conditions. We would always prefer to resolve any issues you are facing, so feel free to reach out to our support team at support@getfortero.com and discuss the matter in detail. We look forward to making things right for you!

We have a variety of payment methods to accommodate our customers. At the moment, for Fortero subscriptions, we accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB. Alternatively, for other Fortero products, we accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB, Shop Pay, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.

In order to safely and soundly deliver your order, in-stock products are normally shipped within 2 business days after you place your order. It usually takes an additional 2-7 business days for you to receive the package, depending upon the destination. We promise to deliver your order as soon as possible, but due to the packaging requirements necessary to maintain the extremely high carbon dioxide concentration of 8,000 ppm, we use an “aerosol can” to contain the shampoo. Unlike normal plastic containers, this is classified as “dangerous goods,” therefore it can only be shipped by land transport. For this reason, delivery times may vary by season and can be longer. Currently we are shipping to the continental lower 48 states.

To inform you of the status of your shipment, we send a confirmation email with the tracking information as soon as we ship your products. You can use the tracking information to find where the shipment is located.  If you have any further questions, or do not receive your order as expected, please reach out to our support team at support@getfortero.com

Orders which do not have a proper address or if we are unable to deliver to your location, will be returned to the sender. It is recommended that you check the delivery address by logging into your account page. If you have entered the address correctly, and your package is returned, please reach out to our support team at support@getfortero.com to have your order re-shipped.

Good news for your wallet! We are offering very economical rate for shipping, which is only $5 for each shipment. That’s not all, we also offer free shipment for some of our products, don’t forget to check them out. 

At the moment, we are using DHL SmartMail Parcel Ground or USPS to ship ELUXE products. These shipping methods may be changed or updated at any time without advance notice.

Unfortunately, we cannot update the address on an order that has already been processed and shipped. However, you can update your address for future shipments by entering your new address via your account page. If you have any questions related to this process, feel free to reach out to us at support@getfortero.com.

Currently, we are able to ship to the continental lower 48 states only. We are not able to ship to P.O. Boxes, APO, and FPO, nor Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or overseas.

There is no need to worry if you face any problems with the order, we are here to accommodate our customers. If you received a product that is defective or damaged, you can request an exchange or replacement product. Please contact Customer Service by email at support@getfortero.com with your order number and brief description of the issue with the product. We are all human, and we can make mistakes too, but we are here to make it right!

The carbonic acid shampoo is an excellent product that has the ability to get rid of all the clogging agents typically found on the surface of the scalp, due to oil, dirt, and pollution to name a few. The carbonic acid shampoo improves blood circulation and keeps your scalp clean and nourished – all while bringing dead pores back to life. In short, it creates the perfect environment for healthy hair growth. 

Your hair washing routine should be closely related to your hair type, greasiness, sebum level, and even environmental conditions. However, when using Minoxidil or finasteride, it’s recommended to wash your hair every day. Minoxidil and finasteride should be applied on a clean scalp to work properly. 

The carbonic acid shampoo is suitable for both men and women, as it acts as an effective means to prevent hair aging and repair damaged and chemically-treated hair. The carbonic acid shampoo is suitable for all hair types. It can unclog pores, clean the scalp efficiently, lessen excess sebum production, promote hair growth, improve the texture, and retain moisture keep the hair healthy and glossy. 

CARBONIC ACID SHAMPOO (Use Daily)

Step 1: Wash with lukewarm water
First, wet all your hair thoroughly with lukewarm water to rinse the surface dirt out of your hair. This will help remove some of the dirt!

Step 2: Apply Simfort Carbonic Acid Shampoo
This is where SIMFORT comes into action! Make sure you give it a good shake before you use it! After shaking, hold the bottle upward, and put some foam on your hands – about the size of two golf balls. This amount should be enough to remove dirt!

Step 3: Gently wash your scalp
This is the most important part! Gently massage your scalp with SIMFORT's super dense foam and then wash it off. This will allow the foam to penetrate deep into your pores and remove all the dirt! Finally, rinse the foam off thoroughly with lukewarm water and you're good to go!


CONDITIONER (Use Daily)

Step 1: Apply Simfort Conditioner.
Pour a bit of conditioner into the palm of your hand – a dime-sized amount is usually recommended. Run this through the mid-shafts of your hair, trying to apply it to every strand that you’re able. Work the conditioner toward the ends of your hair, as this is the part that is damaged!

Step 2: Let the conditioner set
This step is slightly optional; the longer you wait and allow your conditioner to set, the more it will be able to do to improve the health of your hair. If you’re in a rush, you can rinse it out nearly immediately after, but it won’t make your hair as soft and shiny as it normally would.

Step 3: Rinse out the conditioner
Spend a few minutes rinsing out the conditioner with lukewarm water; if your hair still feels ‘slimy’, then you haven’t gotten it all out. When your hair is smooth and no longer feels super slippery, then you’re set!

The shampoo holds 5.3 oz of product. And the conditioner contains 4.2 oz of product. If you are washing your hair every day, the shampoo and conditioner should last you approximately one month.

We have formulated our shampoos and conditioners for all hair types! And our shampoos and conditioners are free of harmful chemicals, so there is no need to worry about side effects.

No. There are no known side effects. There is no prescription required and it is a natural source formula!

CARBONIC ACID SHAMPOO

Purified water, glycerin, sodium cocoyl isethionate, sodium cocoyl glutamate, LPG lauryl glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine, carbon dioxide,     Mentha piperita (peppermint) oil, caffeine, zinc pca, Rosmarinus Officinalis extract, polysorbate 20, Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Xanthan gum, citric acid,  menthol, Panthenol (provitamin B-5), Biotin, Niacin (vitamin B3), Cucurbita Pepo (pumpkin) seed oil, Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil, Serenoa Serrulata (Saw palmetto) Fruit Extract,  Riboflavin (vitamin B-2),  aloe vera gel and Camellia sinensis (Green Tea) extract 


CONDITIONER

Water, Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil, Behenyl Methosulfate, Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Butyrospermum parkii (Shea Butter), Myristyl alcohol, Cetearyl alcohol, Lactic Acid, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Polyquarternium 7,  Dimethicone, Dipropylene glycol, Butaylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrolyzed Keratin (Wool), Soy phytosterol, Disodium EDTA, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar cane) Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) flower extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf extract.

"Finasteride" is an FDA-approved medication used as a hair loss treatment for male pattern baldness.

Topical Finasteride is a Finasteride solution applied directly to your hair follicles. It is applied daily to the scalp as a spray to prevent hair loss and promote hair regrowth in men. In action, "Finasteride" inhibits your body's production of dihydrotestosterone, or DHT — a hair loss hormone in men.  

Yes. Topical Finasteride can also be compounded with other medications used commonly to treat hair loss, such as Minoxidil, Tretinoin, Spironolactone, Estradiol, Progesterone, or a Corticosteroid.

Our compounding pharmacies have the proper experience, equipment, and personnel to safely compound and customize this medication for you.

By applying topically, Finasteride is supplied directly to your hair follicles, where it blocks your body's production of dihydrotestosterone, or DHT — the hormone responsible for hair loss in men.

Within 2-4 months, Finasteride can help lower the DHT level in the scalp by up to 60 percent, which stops the shrinking of hair follicles, prevents further hair loss, and promotes hair restoration. The full results of the treatment can be expected after 9-12 months.

Many clinical studies support the efficacy of topical Finasteride with a 70% success mark. Current evidence suggests it can help regrow hair and prevent further hair loss with a lower risk of side effects.

Today, Topical Finasteride is a reliable treatment alternative for androgenic alopecia in those venerable to side effects from oral use.

Within 2- 4 months, Finasteride can help lower the DHT level in the scalp by up to 60 percent, which stops the shrinking of hair follicles, prevents further hair loss, and promotes hair restoration. The full results of the treatment can be expected after 9-12 months.

Yes. For example, our dermatologist-developed formula combines Topical Finasteride 0.1% and Minoxidil 6%.

Studies suggest that Topical Finasteride fortified with Minoxidil is more effective than Topical Minoxidil alone. This hybrid formula is very safe and can effectively help hair regrowth in about 85 percent of men who take it over a span of three to four months.

Yes. Finasteride is available in spray solution for easier application to your scalp daily.

Yes. The fee for the service is $150 every 3 months — that includes consultation with a physician who will evaluate and prescribe the medication — 60ml bottle x 3 that is shipped to your house every 3 months. There are no additional charges for shipping and handling.

Yes. The cancellation procedure is very easy and convenient. You can cancel, postpone, or snooze your subscription at any time, just contact our support team at support@getfortero.com. A cancellation becomes official once you receive a cancellation confirmation email from our support staff. We are sad to see you go! Feel free to reactivate your subscription at any time! 

Yes. Evidence from randomized studies suggests that Finasteride decreases Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) roughly by 50% within six months of use.

Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by the prostate gland, and it is used to screen for prostate cancer. The lower your PSA levels, the lower your chances of having prostate cancer.

If you are planning to get a PSA test, please discuss with your healthcare provider that you are using Finasteride, as Finasteride has been shown to affect PSA lab results.

Men under 50 or over 75 rarely need a PSA test unless they have a high risk for prostate cancer. If you are age 50 to 74, you should discuss the PSA test with your doctor. Ask about the possible risks and benefits.

If you use Finasteride, please inform your healthcare provider as Finasteride has shown to affect PSA lab results.

Open the product’s lid and spray the solution directly to the scalp in the areas affected by hair loss. Kindly ensure you spray precisely to allow the solution penetrate finely and deeply.
Apply four sprays twice daily, with at least eight hours between the two applications. Used as instructed, you should apply no more or less than 8 sprays total per 24 hours.

Oral Finasteride tablets are a safe and effective treatment for hair loss. But, in some rare cases, there can be some side effects. These side effects include decreased sex drive, ejaculation disorder, and skin rash in around 4% of men who take oral Finasteride tablets.

However, with Topical Finasteride, there appears to be fewer or no side effects from the treatment. 

Yes. Actually, a handful of them. For a review of all the clinical studies, please visit our blog to learn more. 

Topical Finasteride is a prescription compounded medication made by a compounded pharmacy. It requires a medical consultation and a prescription to obtain.
At Fortero, you can complete your doctor's consultation online (via BeyondMD) and get your prescription medication delivered to you (via CareFirst). Getting your prescribed product with us is Fast, Reliable, and Convenient.

According to case studies, Topical Finasteride can grow and thicken hair if used consistently for at least six months.

Topical Finasteride is "Category X" and should not be used in any "act" or "process" incidental to procreation and during pregnancy. 

 

These instances include:

·         When you and your partner are planning to have a baby.

·         If you are a woman.

·         If you experience a side effect. 

6% Minoxidil, 0.1% finasteride, Alcohol (ethanol), propylene glycol, citric acid

No! As a woman, avoid both Oral and Topical Finasteride. Finasteride is "Category X" and can inhibit chances of fertility in women of childbearing potential.

No! Topical Finasteride is "Category X" and has harmful side effects on women like decreased libido, breast swelling and tenderness, headache, irregular menstruation, dizziness, and increased body hair.
Thus, THIS PRODUCT IS PROHIBITED FOR WOMEN!

No! Topical Finasteride is a "Category X" drug. Using this product while having intercourse with either a pregnant or breastfeeding woman can cause fetal abnormalities.  

If your partner or spouse is in any of these categories, STOP the use of Finasteride immediately.

Negative side effects from using Topical Finasteride are very rare. A vast majority of males who have used this product report no side effects at all.

However, if you experience any side effects, don't panic. Kindly reach out to us immediately at support@getfortero.com or +1 855-735-0451, and our team of medical professionals will respond as soon as possible.

The chances of developing sexual side effects from topical Finasteride are very minimal compared to oral Finasteride.

Kindly read our blog to learn about possible side effects of topical Finasteride.

Yes. But you don't need to go anywhere. At Fortero, you can complete your doctor's consultation online (via BeyondMD) and get your prescription medication delivered to you (via CareFirst). Getting your prescribed product with us is Fast, Reliable, and Convenient.

Ouch, we are sorry! Fortero has a propriety Topical Finasteride/Minoxidil formula that has to be made by our compounding pharmacy for quality control purposes.

No. If you stop the medication, your hair will return to the state of where it would have been if you never used the medication.

Within 2- 4 months, Finasteride can help lower the DHT level in the scalp by up to 60 percent, which stops the shrinking of hair follicles, prevents further hair loss, and promotes hair restoration. The full results of the treatment can be expected after 9-12 months.

Not at the moment. However, we have a trimonthly subscription service, and the fee is $150 for 3 months — that includes consultation with a physician who will evaluate and prescribe the medication — 60ml bottle x 3 that is shipped to your house every 3 month.

There are no additional charges for shipping and handling.

Since Fortero Finasteride and Minoxidil spray requires a doctor's prescription, you can purchase it if you live in any of the continental lower 48 states EXCEPT: Delaware, DC, Idaho, New Hampshire, and New Jersey.

Since Fortero Finasteride and Minoxidil Spray is a prescription medication, we cannot accept returns in any case. Also, we are unable process any refunds for any reason.

Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved prescription-based drug used to treat androgenic alopecia, alopecia areata, and male pattern baldness. Minoxidil has been used since the early 70s to alleviate high blood pressure and hypertension conditions until patients started seeing side effects like Hypertrichosis (abnormal growth of thick hair). The 2% topical minoxidil gained FDA approval as a hair regrowth treatment in 1986. 

A topical Minoxidil solution raging between 2-5% concentration extends the growing phase of hair follicles. Topical Minoxidil does not block DHT (androgen derived from testosterone responsible for developing male sex characteristics). Instead, it acts as a vasodilator that promotes better blood flow to the scalp and increases the hair follicles’ size. Some people may experience shedding when using Minoxidil for the first time due to the fact that the new hair follicles push out the “old” ones.

It depends on the individual, but Minoxidil usually takes around 3-4 months of regular use to start seeing visible results. This timeline (considered quite lengthy) is due to the hair growth cycle, which has four stages: anagen/growing phase, catagen/regression phase, telogen/resting phase, exogen/shedding phase. If you don’t see results within four months of using the product twice a day, please contact a doctor. 

Your Minoxidil topical solution should be applied directly to the scalp in the crown area twice a day. Drop 1 mL each time and wait until it dries. Make sure your hair is completely dry when you apply the product. Do not apply more than 1 mL and keep the hair away from hats, caps, pillows and other similar items until it’s completely dried. 

We understand that a lot of guys may want to give Minoxidil a try in their quest to grow a thick beard. Unfortunately, Minoxidil only has approval from FDA for use on the scalp. We are not able to comment on any beard-related studies that may be in the works, as the only one that achieved completion did not find any conclusive results. 

The side effects of using Minoxidil are usually minor because the topical solution is well tolerated, and a minimal quantity is absorbed. The most common side effects are scalp irritation, dryness, or itchiness. However, if you experience symptoms like blurred vision, dizziness, fast heartbeat or swelling, cease using the solution and contact your doctor ASAP.

It depends on the condition you are using it for. Suppose you’re using Minoxidil to treat conditions such as male pattern baldness or female hair loss. In that case, you should use it on an ongoing basis because DHT (which causes thinning hair) is produced constantly and the solution is made to counteract the process. If the hair loss is temporary, the treatment may be stopped after obtaining the desired effect. If the condition is temporary or recurring (Alopecia Areata), you can continue to use Minoxidil on the new patches only.

To keep the hair you gained and prevent a return of your condition, you need to use Minoxidil continually. If you stop using it, your hair will go back to the way it was before you started using the products within 3-4 months. 

No, women should not use Minoxidil 5%. The Minoxidil 5% solution is only FDA-approved for men. Women can safely use the 2% formula. 

Minoxidil USP 5%, Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water