How to best use Rogaine

[arizona]

Hi all,

I've been using Men's 5% Rogaine for almost 2 mos now and I'm looking for advice on the best way to apply it.

My hair thinning is diffuse and I started with the men's liquid form. I didn't realize how difficult it was going to be to apply it. My initial start was spotty...just applying randomly. Then I started creating a sort of grid...separating the hair in lines/parts and distributing the liquid down the parts. Then I read that many women are finding the foam works better.
Curious to know how you think it is best applied???? I could use some pointers! I did the same thing with the foam and just started distributing it down the parts I created in my hair. Needless to say, I use A LOT each application and feel that so much ends up on my hair too. If I put it on my hands first in then put to my scalp, I think most would end up on my hair.

Would love to hear from you if you experience a similiar problem or have found a great technique! Also, if you have overall thinning, are you using a lot of the product every day just to cover the areas? Thanks!