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Drysol for Hyperhidrosis User Reviews (Page 5)

Drysol has an average rating of 8.8 out of 10 from a total of 297 reviews for the treatment of Hyperhidrosis. 87% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 7% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Drysol

  • Anonymous
  • February 1, 2012

"The development of medicine has finally reached it's peak. I've had a bad issue with sweating from the forehead/face for several year's and didn't think there would be a simple solution. Having a job where I'm involved in many meetings, the least bit of nervousness or anxiety and the sweat would just start pouring out at a faster rate making it very embarassing in the work environment. I've only had this product for 1 week, but after one use I have not had one drop of sweat come off my forehead. Needless to say, it has almost given me a renewed sense of confidence. Worth it's weight in gold!!"

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  • WetDawg
  • April 16, 2014

"Amazing! Heavy underarm sweating. MD prescribed in 1987. I used it for three years. It worked on the very first application. I have not used the product in 24 years, and I do not sweat from my underarms. I think Drysol permanently disengaged the sweat glands. I'm not exaggerating. I can walk into a steam room wearing a T-shirt, sit in there for 20 minutes, walk out dripping wet, with dry pits! If I could only find a way to abate my craniofacial HH, which is both gustatory and idiopathic."

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  • SawaA
  • November 11, 2014

"Around the age of 12 I started noticing how much I was sweating and it wasn't normal. I was sweating the most under my arms, hands, and feet. It was so bad I'd be embarrassed to Shake someone's hand, wear sandals, and colored shirts. I'd feel sweat drip under my arms and my hands would leave sweat marks on my desk/papers. I told my dermatologist and he recommended Drysol. I've been using it for 4 days and I can genuinely tell you it's helped about 75%. I'm really pleased because my sweating was way worse than most people with hyperhidrosis and nothing else was helping me (certain dry, Hypercare). However, some nights when I apply it, my underarms are burning and itching but I try to not touch it & just go to sleep. I strongly recommend it"

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  • Anonymous
  • December 5, 2016

"I suffered with hyperhidrosis for over 10 years. I had no idea it was an actual medical condition up until recently. I told my doctor about my issue and he prescribed Drysol. I must say it changed my life..i cried when I went a whole day without sweating!! Please ask your doctor about this if you have excessive sweating!"

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  • Bton
  • December 28, 2015

"Drysol has been a life saver for me! I was always afraid to ask my doctor about my sweating, but after I did and she prescribed me this, I've not been sweating like before. This has been going on for about 15 years and I am just now getting relief. It started working after my first application, but I still use it maybe once every week or 2 weeks. I can now wear colored shirts instead of only black/white/see through shirts that don't show sweat stains. I highly recommend this product to anyone suffering with any kind of sweating."

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  • Suds
  • March 22, 2019

"I used to sweat so much. I could stand outside during a Canadian winter in only a t-shirt and still sweat through my shirt. I had problems for as long as I can remember. It got to a point where I began researching botox treatments or any other extreme measure to stop sweating. A friend of mine recommended Drysol. The first time I tried it, I think I put too much on because it was SO itchy and I got a pretty bad rash. But the next day just to see, I wore a grey cotton t-shirt and not one single drop of sweat. I let my pits heal and waited until the rash went away to try again. Using less Drysol, it wasn't nearly as painful. Still a bit itchy though, but I took an anti-inflammatory and it helped me sleep soundly. I used it every couple days for a while and now I use it once every couple weeks. I never thought I'd find relief but this stuff is amazing!! Just don't put it on after you shave and make sure your armpits are clean and dry before you put it on. This stuff changed my life!"

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  • Dry...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 3, 2016

"I have been afflicted with hyperhidrosis for over a decade. A pharmacist told me about Drysol. I followed the products directions, and applied it before bed time for three consecutive nights. To test it I ate very spicy food. In the past my head would have been drenched, but it was totally bone dry. Drysol is a God send! It is truly a miracle cure. I will follow the directions and apply it once or twice a week. It really alters and shrinks the sweat glands. I can't say enough great things about this fabulous product. My life has really changed for the better. Thanks from the bottom of my heart Drysol makers!"

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  • Safti
  • August 30, 2015

"You won't believe this, but I decided to use Drysol on my face and head which is where I sweat the most. My son was getting married outside in August in New York and I knew I'd look awful being so sweaty. So I put Drysol on my forehead, above my lip, and in my hair. And not a drop of sweat! However...as I was about to walk down the aisle I felt water running down the back of my knees and in the small of my back. I guess the sweat has to go somewhere! Love it!"

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  • Mj400
  • March 2, 2016

"OMG drysol is perfect. I've been dealing with sweat problems since 7th grade, it's so embarrassing to raise my arm. It's very discomforting when my armpits are wet but now with drysol I feel so much better I am so happy ... Only thing I'm a little mad about though is WHY DIDNT I FIND THIS SOONER!! Lol ..it's perfect ."

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  • oh-so...
  • Taken for 1 to 6 months
  • February 6, 2013

"I cannot relate how much this product has changed my life. I'm 31 yrs old and for years have been embarrassed and frustrated with my underarm sweat- like a fountain, nothing less. All my clothes, especially my sweaters were ruined with sweaty odors. Countless hours laundering in vinegar and baking soda! Thought I would have to live with this for the rest of my days- you can't even smell your own perfume, all you smell is your sweat and last weeks sweat trapped in your freshly washed clothes. I found DRYSOL after googling my hyperhidrosis and after two application I'm blown away at how good life is with dry armpits. I'M CURED! Thanks so much DRYSOL, this is wonder product, I'm so grateful to the makers."

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  • Anonymous
  • May 21, 2011

"I've had excessive sweating in my arm pits since middle school. I was always the girl who couldn't wear long sleeves or T-shirts. I'd even sweat in tank top during winter! So horrible and so embarrassing! I am 21 now and over a year ago my doctor prescribed Drysol and it has worked miracles for me. I can wear anything I want and in any color because I don't even have one drop of sweat. I'm so thankful and I hope that anyone with excessive sweating can hear about Drysol sooner than later for the same help!"

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  • Morgi...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • December 2, 2014

"I've been using this for close to a month. At first I started out with using it everyday, and increasingly gained confidence(I've experienced hyperhydrosis for about 5 years, while in my teens, and was afraid to wear anything but black. Period.). After about two weeks, I started applying it once every two days, now I'm down to once every three days. I'm so excited that I found something that works. It does make my underarms itch sometimes, but it isn't painful, just annoying. I'm hoping that by the time I move to Arizona in June, I'll only need to apply this every month or so. But this works wonders!!!"

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  • Robin...
  • June 17, 2016

"I have used it for over 20 years and it truly changed my life. My Dermatologist told me about it. By using it, I was able to give a firm handshake and get an excellent job. I though I would eventually not need it, but am in my 60's and still depend on it to control my sweaty palms. I love it and recommend it whole heartedly."

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  • kpaine
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • April 25, 2016

"LOVE DRYSOL sweaty palms, feet and underarms are no fun for anyone at any time. Works like a charm after 2 or 3 times. Just a word of caution, I bought the extra strength and its so strong It feels like I may have even burned my palms. They are SO dry now, and sting even two days later. However, I'll take dry hands over sweaty ones. First time I can finally put lotion on my hands and not have them dripping in moisture! :D"

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  • Megan
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 4, 2023

"This stuff has been a complete lifesaver for me. I have severe craniofacial hyperhidrosis, and it's absolute hell going to work and having to hide my face every time I have a sweating episode. I have to step out several times just to splash water on my face or run cold water over my wrists. Drysol is a game-changer and is the only thing that's worked for me. It only took about 3 days of application to fully work."

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  • Hyper...
  • April 3, 2018

"At age 17, I began to run in track and I noticed that no one else was sweating as much as me and I was very self conscious about it and I wanted it to end. I went to the dermatologist and they prescribed me Drysol, I was so excited to use it. I applied it the first night and it was a miracle because the next day I was COMPLETELY dry! I continued to use it for almost a year but recently I have noticed that it does not work anymore no matter how often I apply it. I was so upset that it was not a permanent relief and now I have to continue to be embarrassed and nervous that I am going to completely sweat through my shirts constantly. So I wanted you to know that yes, it does work, but the affects do not last for very long (at least for me). I am now going to try a different deodorant called Odaban so hopefully I can finally have a permanent solution to my hyperhydrosis."

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • March 24, 2013

"I am 19 years old and I have been so embarrassed by my excessive underarm sweat for as long as I can remember. The worst was when I realized that I would sweat more from my underarms than the guys I hung out with. I tried every 'prescription strength' and 'clinical strength' over the counter product that I could find (I even tried mens clinical strength antiperspirant/deodorant), and nothing gave me relief. Finally I talked to my doctor and she mentioned Drysol. I have very sensitive skin, and when I had to use it for the first 2-3 days in a row, I have excessive itching and burning, and a rash, but I toughed it out, and now I no longer have the burning or rash. I have been using the product for 2 weeks now and I couldn't be happier!"

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  • Khu
  • May 20, 2013

"I have always had excessive sweating and body odour because of that and always been looking for medication for this. Tried so many Deodorants include Mitchum and they did not seem to work at all. I put this on for 2 nights continously and I was surprised at the results! It really works! Although it may seem a little expensive but it's worth the price."

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  • Amber...
  • November 23, 2016

"This changed my life. I read reviews before giving this a try and thought "well these people must not sweat as badly as I do." No, these people were all correct. This is like a miracle drug. I used to be able to stand outside in 20 degree Fahrenheit weather in a t-shirt and my armpits would be sweating. Now I can actually dress for the weather and not have to worry! I can wear long sleeves and my down jacket and NO SWEAT."

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  • Its...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 25, 2013

"I'm so happy with Drysol. About a year ago, I used to sweat constantly under my armpits no matter what I did. My problem would only become worse when I would go out in public. I'd be so afraid to lift my arms, lest I show off my sweat, that I would only sweat more. I developed anxiety of going out even around friends. My confidence plunged. I've only been using Drysol for a short amount of time, but I can already see huge improvements. My confidence is beginning to return, but I still catch myself feeling under my arms to see if there is any dampness. Nevertheless, I'm still dry. 10/10 would recommend."

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  • Anonymous
  • September 19, 2015

"This product has been a life changer!!! I would be so embarrassed to wear anything other than black or white shirts. The amount of sweat I would have under my arms was crazy. I remember going to my cousin's wedding and was wearing a tan suit and you can see the sweat stains on the outside of my suit. I tried everything to padded under arm t-shirts, sweat block, certain Dri and nothing worked until this. I can't believe that after years of dealing with this problem I am now completely dry. The ultimate test for me was my week long vacation this past May in Puerto Rico, I only wore tank tops everyday and not one drop of sweat under my armpits!!! This product has changed my life!! Please give it a try b/c it really works."

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  • annie
  • Taken for 10 years or more
  • May 28, 2019

"I have been using Drysol for at least 20 years (I am now almost 70) and it has been a life changer. I only have to use it about 4 times a year now and it still itches and stings, but after I apply and let dry I roll on DryIdea deodorant and it mostly takes the sting away and I have never had a rash. It used to be mostly covered my my insurance, but not anymore so I haven't refilled it yet."

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  • Short...
  • July 25, 2014

"I've suffered from excessive sweat under my arms for years! I read tons of good reviews on Drysol, and bought it. The first night I used it, the next day I was dry as the desert! The next day was a little damp. Things went downhill from there. Not working at all now."

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  • MaryC
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 1, 2016

"15 plantars warts for son so bad and deep one podiatrist wouldn't treat him. Referred to another. Laser surgery is only option to keep normal life, but told to use Drysol for 2 weeks first. Off script, as directed put on each a.m. once a day only. Wow!!! After48 hrs they started to turn black and discomfort gone. After 2 wks they are more dry and black... we are waiting to hear back from podiatrist to see next step. Surgery may not be needed after all. No side effects."

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  • Thesw...
  • March 31, 2016

"Drysol actually works!!! Please give it a try before considering any surgical operations or botox injections. I've been dealing with excessive sweating for about 2 years and finally decided to do something about it. And by excessive I mean sweat running like faucets, my underarm sweat would run right through my shirt and big sweaters and I'd have to change my shirt 4-5 times a day. I've used other antiperspirants prior to this one such as certaindri but they had very little impact on this problem of mine. Yesterday was the first day I used Drysol and I did not sweat at all. I'm so happy I can finally wear t-shirts again and not have to worry about my sweat stains. I did experience some itchiness yesterday but not as much today."

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