Optimal way of applying minoxidil?

[whitepill_is_true]

Just got my first dose of topical 5% minoxidil, planning to use it for my eyebrows. I do have some questions, hope they will be answered here.
1. What is the best way to apply minoxidil to my eyebrows? Should i use a Q-tip or my fingers? And how much should be applied every day?
2. Can it be used on my eyelashes as well? Most people seem to advise against it.
3. Does anyone living in the Netherlands know how to acquire minoxidil in bulk? Got this first dose at my pharmacy for 30 euros which is pretty expensive.
These are my eyebrows now, I will post again in 6 months, hopefully with full eyebrows and a bloated face from my Bimax.

 

[astroman55]

Eyelashes not sure. Eyebrows. Try it and you’ll get the hang of it. The liquid doesn’t run too much. It’s easier than it sounds.
I do have sources for the raws but I’m not sure if I’m allowed to post and it might be pricey

 

[JoshTorbeck]

1. Fingers, just wash hands after
2. not worth risk in eye see ad.
3. idk

ad. you can take topical alcohol based minoxidil orally will typically bring not only better results, but in areas you wouldn't apply it too ie eyelashes, though comes with the downside of hair growth everywhere. It can have bp lowering effects and other health effects if swallowed, astrosky puts a couple drops under his tongue and lets it get into his bloodstream that way before spitting it out though I know of many users who just consume it without problem.

 

[whitepill_is_true]

Damn people really do that? It has multiple warnings on the box not to consume orally. Even if it were safe I wouldnt risk messing up the dosage or other complications. Unfortunately I already have low blood pressure so orally would be risky for me. I will try applying topically first for a few months, if that yields no results I might look into it.