Drysol and Burning: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Joe...
• May 26, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "So I was a little weary when I was prescribed this. I had tried a bunch of other 'Clinical Strength' products, and nothing really worked. But I gave it a go anyway. I have to say I'm amazed. The first night, I used too much and it burned, but the next day I had not a drop of sweat under my arm. Nothing... dry as a bone. I am so glad, this medicine is like a miracle to me."

• chi...
• April 5, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been using this for five years, and wow, is it great! For those of you who have problems with it burning, try spraying Bactine on after you have used the Drysol and then blow-dry on low with a hair dryer for a minute or so on each underarm. This will help with the burning at night. Good luck."

• Sei...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 3, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "I've always had clammy hands, but about six months ago, I had an unrelated surgical procedure, and once I recuperated, I realized I was sweating a lot more than I used to from my hands, feet, and armpits. I went back to work, and I was so embarrassed to wear regular button-down shirts because of the pit stains. I saw my dermatologist, who recommended Drysol. It burns like hell, but I can tell you right now that it is working for my pits. I haven't applied it to my hands yet, I will be trying that tonight."

• Fou...
• October 30, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I just got diagnosed with hyperhidrosis but have suffered from it since my teen years. I am now 38. I never knew there was medicine for this. I literally have failed at job interviews due to my excessive sweating on my head and face. I stopped wearing makeup, lotion, and even started taking cold showers to try and decrease sweating, but nothing worked. So I have been using Drysol for 3 nights now, and I have noticed some decrease, but it hasn't completely gone away. I just hope the itching, stinging, burning sensation is worth it."

• Zen...
• January 4, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol works great! By me being a teen, I usually don't apply every night, but it still works effectively! I've been on and off the medication because the burning sensation is very uncomfortable. Other than the burning sensation, the product works great! I barely sweat at all."

• i...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 15, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "I was going to use this for a couple of days until I left a review. But I can't wait! I just got the dab-on yesterday, and I used it right away. I couldn't wait. I feel you get what you pay for. I have used everything, even went to an organic store. Since yesterday, I have worn T-shirts! Bye-bye tank tops in winter. It does burn, but I like it, to me, I know it's working. I will never need to hide my sweat stains again. Thanks so much, Drysol ♥"

• Spa...
• February 15, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I had been suffering from hyperhidrosis for about two years. The most unbearable and uncomfortable situation was the feeling of drops of sweat rolling down my side. I had to change my wardrobe completely. I would come back from school and immediately have to change my shirt. I had tried everything! I tried home remedies to all kinds of deodorants, but nothing worked. Not only was it embarrassing, but the sensation of having sweaty underarms was uncomfortable. I told my doctor about it, and she gave me Drysol. It was a MIRACLE! The day after I put it on, my sweat was 99% GONE!! Just a little burning, but not too bad. It reduced my sweating, and now I can go back to the life I used to have. Thank the heavens for this product! Love it!"

• Gir...
• November 21, 2022

For Hyperhidrosis "I’m in my 40s and have lived with extreme armpit hyperhidrosis since probably puberty. I couldn’t wear any cute shirts. I had to plan my life around sweating armpits, I swear. I couldn’t go anywhere where I’d have to be in a formal dress unless it was sleeveless and was cut lower (and preferably black!). It ruined so much of my life. I was so insecure. I can’t believe I’m just now introduced to this life/game changer. The first few times burn a bit. It really needs to dry, I think. But it’s worth all the irritation. I can wear anything! Life is no sweat. ;) I feel like my armpits do have a slight different odor now, so I’m trying different deodorants to see if it can balance out… maybe it’s the aluminum not meshing with my body. Idk, but I am still over the moon with discovering this."

• GET...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 5, 2021

For Hyperhidrosis "I have suffered for years with excessive sweating in my groin area when sitting. I could drive to lunch, and by the time I arrived, I had sweat marks on my pants. It was always so embarrassing. I happened to be at my dermatologist's office for another issue and casually brought it up, thinking maybe Botox was an option. My doctor recommended Drysol and said to try it out first, and if it did not work, we would try a pill. The first night I used it, I did notice the burning/itchy feeling, but it wasn't anything excruciating. After the first use, I was relieved that I did not have any sweat the day after. I now use it once or twice weekly, and I am still amazed that I allowed myself to suffer for so many years and there was a cure the whole time. I would advise not to use it directly after shaving or waxing."

• Ame...
• October 24, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been using Drysol for over fifteen years. This is a miracle product which will not only stop excessive sweating, but it also eliminates odor caused by perspiration. I must warn that this product does burn, and you may experience extreme dryness in areas where it is applied, but the results are worth the burning and dryness. One application of Drysol is effective for a year or more of less sweating for me and my husband. It's amazing!"

• Kid...
• May 15, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "I had a sympathectomy on my right side in 2001, and ever since, I have had excessive sweating on my left side. It got so bad I was literally folding paper towels and tucking them under my arm to soak it up. My shirts were always wet on the left side. After just a couple of nights using Drysol, I don't have wet shirts and no need for paper towels. It does burn and itch a little when I first apply it, and I get a kind of bruised feeling in my underarm, but nothing major or that I couldn't deal with. Huge improvement!"

• NG_...
• August 20, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "If you're debating on whether to get Drysol or not, DEFINITELY GET IT. When I read the reviews, I was said, 'Oh, it can't be that good.' I was so beyond impressed. I apply it now 1-2 times a week, and now I can wear whatever top I want. I even went running in 90-degree weather in a black shirt, and my underarms were still completely dry. I am so happy that I tried this. The only downside is the burning once you apply it, but it only lasts for about 20 minutes. It's so worth it!"

• Kyl...
• August 12, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol works. I tried other non-prescription brands on the market with absolutely no positive results. Drysol has been life-changing for me. I can wear what I want without being concerned with soaking through a shirt. The only side effect I have experienced is the burning for the first 3 or so days of use, but trust me, it's worth it. After the first few days, there isn't any discomfort."

• Anonymous
• February 6, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "This is a miracle product. I used to sweat through everything, work shirts, T-shirts, sweaters, you name it. I would have to take breaks throughout my day to dry my pits! I heard Drysol was good, and it didn't disappoint. I can now wear whatever I want whenever I want with only one application per week. Furthermore, it doesn't really itch or burn unless you massively overapply it. If you sweat a lot, just get it dealt with with this."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 29, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I read the info sheet that was given to me when I got Drysol. It said some minor burning and irritation was possible. The first night I used it, it burned to the point where, after an hour, I had to wash it off just so I could get to sleep. Even then it burned, but it wasn't unbearable. The next night, same thing. I'm liking the product as it helps, but it isn't worth the pain."

• cel...
• December 22, 2010

For Hyperhidrosis "Used this last night for the first time on hands, feet, and underarms. By the time I was done applying it and got into bed, the plastic wrap around my hands and feet had little droplets of moisture inside, and I had sweated big circles under the arms of my t-shirt. I was very discouraged! I felt no burning, stinging, or itching whatsoever. Woke up, washed it all off, and so far, I am sweating still, but only about half of normal. Pretty good product - hope it gets better!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 15, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "I've had hyperhidrosis for over 5 years now, on my hands, feet, and underarms. It was honestly so frustrating not being able to wear light t-shirts and growing completely petrified when someone offered to shake my hand. I couldn't even hold my boyfriend's hand! It was miserable. But Drysol is magic and has changed my life. For me, it isn't necessary to apply every night, or my skin burns pretty bad and gets a rash. So usually I will apply it 2 or 3 times a week, and I literally do not sweat one drop on my underarms. I completely recommend Drysol."

• Kry...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 5, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "So, in high school, over ten years ago, I started to sweat really badly under my arms. It was super embarrassing to go through high school with this issue. After trying over-the-counter products and home remedies, I gave up. So, my doctor at the time recommended Drysol. I used it for just a few weeks, and it worked so well. But then, after a few months, I noticed my armpits darkening. So, I stopped using it. Now, about 15 years later, I've tried so many things to lighten my armpits, and nothing works. This stuff did 100% cure my sweaty armpits, and I can now freely wear shirts without the sweat marks. But it burned me so badly that I have dark scars for life and still can't walk around freely with tank tops. I guess you can't win them all."

• Anonymous
• July 7, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "I started using Drysol a couple of days ago. I started crying with joy because it worked the very next day. Since I was 14, I haven't gone a day where I didn't have underarm sweat and just thought this was something I would have to live with forever. I even considered Botox until I found out that only lasts for a few months. I'm 29 now, and even though I've suffered for the majority of my life with worrying that someone will see my huge underarm sweat stains, I am now looking forward to a life of dry underarms. I feel like a normal person. It only burned/itched the first night, I'm thinking because I shaved that morning. I will take a little underarm stubble over being dry any day."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 3, 2012

For Hyperhidrosis "This product does work. I used to sweat so bad it was not fun. I would never wear a white shirt because it would stain it, even my black shirts would get ruined because of deodorant, so I started buying bigger shirts so that they wouldn't touch my armpits. I could be freezing cold and still have sweat marks. So, a friend of mine told me to try this product. I put it off for a few months, then I just had enough, saw it in the drug store, and said, why not, let's give this a shot. I noticed a difference after 1 night, but did it for 3. The only complaint that I have with this product is how much it stings and burns. I try to make sure I don't shave my armpits the day I want to put it on, and I try to make them as clean and dry as possible. It's totally worth it."

• ht1...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 11, 2012

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol is amazing. I love it. It really burns at night under my arms, but it is worth it. Drysol has changed my life, that's why I gave it a nine, but the only problem is that it has not worked on my hands."

• Anonymous
• July 22, 2009

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been using this medication for 2 years now, and it has worked great. I had used it in the past when I was younger, but it was not effective, as I was not using it correctly. I then saw another dermatologist who gave me some tips for using it correctly, and ever since then, it has worked great. I do get the occasional itching and burning feeling, but I too think the benefit of using it outweighs the itching."

• Sky...
• August 24, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "This works. Simple as that. One use and it works wonders. The only problem I've had was having bad irritation. Itching, burning, and quite painful, tbh. It works, though, if you can get through the pain."

• Kan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 7, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "I’ve been using the product for months now, and I woke up one morning with extremely red underarms, along with excruciating burning/stinging pain. I did see great results, but after that one incident, I’ve never gone back."

• Anonymous
• November 12, 2012

For Hyperhidrosis "I used to sweat under the arms excessively. All my T-shirts had yellow stains. My doctor prescribed this once back in 2000. Yes, it burned somewhat, but it totally stopped the underarm perspiration. I haven't sweated under my arms much since about the end of 2000. I had the prescription renewed in June 2001, and that bottle is still half full, since I have totally stopped underarm perspiration, and I haven't had to use it in 11 years!"