RootStim and Ruahouine Recall Minoxidil Hair and Beard Growth Serums—Child Poisoning Risk From Non-Compliant Packaging, Secure Products Immediately
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced recalls on January 15, 2026 for approximately 16,900 RootStim Beard Growth Serum bottles and 25,000 Ruahouine Hair Growth Serum bottles. Both products contain 5% minoxidil but lack required child-resistant packaging, posing serious injury or death risk from child poisoning.
Minoxidil is a potent vasodilator that can cause life-threatening complications if ingested by children, including severe hypotension, tachycardia, and cardiovascular collapse. The Poison Prevention Packaging Act requires all minoxidil products to be in child-resistant containers—these recalled products violate that federal safety standard.
What Products Are Being Recalled
RootStim Beard Growth Serum, 5% Minoxidil The recalled serum comes in 60ml black spray bottles with black spray caps, transparent top caps, and orange and black wraparound labels. The boxes have “Beard Growth Treatment” and “5% Minoxidil – Biotin & Rice Water” printed on the front, with directions and warnings on the sides, and “Distributed By RootStim LLC” on the bottom.
Sold on Amazon.com from November 2024 through September 2025 for approximately $20 per bottle. About 16,900 units affected.
Ruahouine Hair Growth Serum The recalled serum comes in 60ml transparent amber dropper bottles. Labels wrapped around the bottles display “Ruahouine,” “Minoxidil Hair Growth Serum,” and “5% Minoxidil With Biotin.”
Sold on Amazon.com from January 2025 through July 2025 for approximately $10 per bottle. About 25,000 units affected.
Both products were manufactured by Ronghui Intelligent Manufacturing Technology (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd., in China.
Why Minoxidil Is Extremely Dangerous to Children
Minoxidil works as a potent vasodilator—it dramatically lowers blood pressure by relaxing blood vessel walls. Medical literature documents that ingesting even a small amount can cause severe toxicity in children.
A 2014 case report published in Pediatric Emergency Care described a 7-year-old girl who accidentally ingested just one teaspoon of minoxidil hair solution. She developed severe hypotension lasting 40 hours, with her blood pressure dropping to dangerous levels (79/33 mm Hg) 24 hours after ingestion. She also experienced rapid heart rate and electrocardiogram changes.
Another case involved a 12-year-old who consumed 20 mL of 5% minoxidil solution and required vasopressor support for 72 hours to maintain blood pressure. The child experienced profound shock with severe tachycardia, vomiting with blood, and life-threatening cardiovascular instability.
Young children aged 1-2 years are at highest risk for unintentional minoxidil ingestion. Symptoms can include severe low blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, vomiting, dizziness, facial flushing, fluid retention, and in severe cases, cardiovascular collapse requiring hospitalization and intensive care.
The CPSC reports no injuries have occurred from these specific recalled products yet, but the risk remains serious and immediate action is required.
What You Must Do Immediately
Step 1: Secure the Products If you purchased either RootStim or Ruahouine minoxidil products, immediately place them out of sight and reach of children. Do not continue using these products until you receive properly packaged replacements.
Step 2: Contact the Companies for Return
For RootStim Beard Growth Serum:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 202-743-1714 (9 AM – 5 PM ET, Monday-Friday)
- Website: rootstim.com
Consumers will be asked to discard the original bottle and will receive instructions for obtaining a replacement product with proper child-resistant packaging.
For Ruahouine Hair Growth Serum: Contact Ruahouine for instructions on how to destroy the recalled bottles and receive a refund or replacement bottle. Consumers will be asked to pour the contents into the trash, take a photo of the bottle in the trash, and email it to the company.
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If a Child Has Been Exposed
If you suspect a child has ingested or been exposed to minoxidil from these products, take immediate action:
Call the Poison Control Hotline at 1-800-222-1222 immediately. Poison control specialists can provide emergency guidance 24/7.
Seek emergency medical attention right away. Tell medical personnel exactly what product was ingested, approximately how much, and when the exposure occurred.
Watch for symptoms including vomiting, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, dizziness, facial flushing, or lethargy. Medical treatment may include intravenous fluids, vasopressor medications to support blood pressure, and continuous cardiac monitoring.
Do not wait for symptoms to appear before calling poison control. Early intervention is critical for preventing serious complications.
RootStim’s Pattern of Packaging Violations
This isn’t RootStim’s first child safety violation. In December 2025, the company recalled approximately 840 bottles of “Feel The Beard Minoxidil Beard Growth Oil for Men” for the identical issue—lack of child-resistant packaging.
The pattern of repeat violations raises serious questions about the company’s quality control and commitment to federal safety standards.
Potential Legal Claims
Consumers who purchased these defective products may have legal claims for:
Product Liability: The products violate mandatory federal safety standards under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. Manufacturers and distributors can be held liable for selling non-compliant products.
Negligence: Repeated violations suggest inadequate quality control and failure to ensure compliance with known safety requirements.
Personal Injury: If a child was harmed by exposure to these products, families may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other damages.
Breach of Warranty: Products sold as safe cosmetics that violate federal safety standards breach implied warranties of merchantability.
If your child was exposed to minoxidil from these recalled products, document all medical treatment, save receipts for expenses, preserve the product packaging and any communication with the companies, and consult a qualified product liability attorney to evaluate your legal options.
How to Prevent Future Exposure
Even with properly packaged minoxidil products, parents should store all medications and cosmetics in locked cabinets out of children’s reach, never transfer products to containers without child-resistant caps, educate older children about the dangers of ingesting cosmetic products, and immediately clean up any spills.
Consider whether minoxidil products are necessary in households with young children. The risk-benefit analysis changes significantly when curious toddlers are present.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my RootStim or Ruahouine product is recalled?
All RootStim Beard Growth Serum bottles sold from November 2024 through September 2025 and all Ruahouine Hair Growth Serum bottles sold from January 2025 through July 2025 on Amazon are included in the recall. Check your purchase date against these timeframes.
What symptoms should I watch for if I think my child touched or ingested minoxidil?
Watch for rapid heartbeat, vomiting, dizziness, facial flushing, low blood pressure (appearing pale, weak, or lethargic), and fluid retention. Symptoms typically appear within hours of ingestion. Call poison control immediately if exposure is suspected—don’t wait for symptoms.
Can I still use the product if I don’t have children?
The CPSC advises immediately securing these products regardless of your household situation. Friends or family with children could visit, or the products could accidentally be left accessible. Contact the companies for properly packaged replacements.
Will I get my money back?
RootStim is offering replacement products. Ruahouine is offering refunds or replacement bottles. Contact the respective companies with proof of purchase to process your claim.
What if my child already ingested some and seems fine?
Call poison control at 1-800-222-1222 immediately. Minoxidil’s effects can be delayed and severe hypotension may not appear for several hours. Medical professionals need to evaluate the exposure even if your child currently appears asymptomatic.
Can I sue if my child was harmed?
If your child suffered injury from these defective products, you may have grounds for a product liability claim. Consult a qualified personal injury or product liability attorney to evaluate your specific situation and preserve your legal rights.
Are other minoxidil products safe?
Properly packaged minoxidil products that comply with child-resistant packaging requirements can be used as directed. However, all minoxidil products must be stored securely away from children due to the serious poisoning risk.
Last Updated: January 22, 2026
Disclaimer: This article provides informational content only and does not constitute medical or legal advice.
Take action now: If you purchased RootStim or Ruahouine minoxidil products, secure them away from children immediately and contact the companies for returns or replacements.
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