Drysol and Itching: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Swe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "I have spent over a decade sweating through everything, ruining every shirt and sweater I bought. My coworkers even know me as the sweaty one, applying deodorant throughout the day (even though, let’s be honest, I’d sweat the second I’d stop rolling it on). A few weeks ago, my supervisor told me she had a similar problem and used some prescription med before bedtime 15 years ago and it changed her life. She wasn’t sure if they still had it available, but hey, worth a shot, right? I spoke with my Dr., and he prescribed Drysol. Last night was my first application. I read the instructions thoroughly. It was pretty itchy, but not unbearable. IT'S A MIRACLE! I didn’t sweat at all today! I just applied my second application, and oh my god, guys, it burns. It’s starting to lessen, but wow, this stuff stings! I definitely won’t apply tomorrow and will see how long I can go in between. But so far, I’m amazed!"

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 10, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I've suffered from this condition my whole life. When I was younger, people would always make comments on my hands. After years of begging, I was taken to get it checked out. I'm amazed at the results. For the first time that I can remember, my hands and feet are dry! The problem for me is the soles of my feet are itchy. Not just a slight itch, no, it's much worse. After a few days, it fades. As a result of taking this, it has caused my skin to peel from its dryness."

• LaL...
• October 12, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I've had hyperhidrosis since middle school. It was my armpits. They sweat something awful. It could've been 3 degrees outside, and I looked like I just ran a 20-mile marathon. I was prescribed Drysol and didn't read the directions, so I just went home and put it on. It made my armpits extremely itchy and red, it also burned. So I figured it doesn't work... It sat on a shelf for years while I struggled with hyperhidrosis. Then one day, I decided to try it out again and got a new prescription for it. I followed the directions and didn't shave before use and put it on before I went to bed. I also didn't wear deodorant the following day. I stopped sweating, it was a miracle. I was mad at myself that I had the cure sitting right there the whole time."

• SMa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 26, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "My dad gave me a bottle after he started using it because I constantly complained about how every single white shirt I own has yellow stains from aluminum deodorant! Now I don’t even sweat, and I can finally buy the cheap $2 deodorants (without aluminum, of course) at the drugstore and not stink or sweat! The only issue is the first week of use my armpits were beyond unbearably itchy. But that might be because I was using too much. If it’s too itchy for you, try only putting it on every other day for the first week."

• Fin...
• March 26, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "I have had a problem with underarm sweat for years now. My shirts get drenched. It's so embarrassing. I have tried every over-the-counter clinical strength, and nothing works. I even asked my doctor about it, and she declined giving me a prescription strength, saying that they don't work! She wanted to send me to a dermatologist right away for laser treatments or Botox. I didn't want to do that. So I kept suffering. Until last week, I did an internet search on sweaty underarms, and I found Drysol. It arrived this weekend, I have used it 3 nights now, and I am totally dry! It does burn and itch some at night, but that is totally fine with me! Because I feel like I have a new lease on life! It's a life changer for me. Drysol rocks!!!"

• eve...
• July 13, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I have suffered from hyperhidrosis since puberty, and I would never raise my hand in class to ask questions. It caused me severe anxiety and probably hurt my education. Two weeks ago, I started using Drysol. It changed my life. I can now work an 8-hour shift in the light gray uniform shirt and be completely dry. My quality of life and confidence have skyrocketed. The only reason I'm not rating it a 10 is because of the itching. When applied, Drysol causes me pretty severe itching in my underarms. I have been able to ignore it for the most part in public, but only with extreme discipline. If it didn't cause so much itching, this would be a miracle product."

• Ban...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 25, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been sweating for a while. I love Drysol! It has helped me greatly, and I am very happy my doctor recommended it. There is a downside to it though... It can itch and sting if you put it on daily. If you want to avoid this, I'd put it on every other day, and don't wear it over the weekend. I'd ask your doctor about this though! It is a great product, and I'd recommend this to everyone!"

• Des...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 22, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been struggling with excessive underarm sweat since I hit puberty. I had tried literally everything, and nothing even slightly helped. One day, I was at the drugstore and spotted Drysol. I was a bit reluctant about the price, but my desperation decided to give it a shot. Just after a few nights of using the product, I saw results. Using Drysol has literally been the best decision of my life. I am no longer anxious and embarrassed about my underarms and can wear anything I'd like!!! Although it did make it hard to sleep at night due to the itchiness and slight burning, I say it's totally worth it, and eventually, I got used to it, and it wasn't so bad. Definitely recommend!!!"

• 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."

• Rev...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 18, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "This is my first ever product review. I felt obligated to write this because it is a life-changing solution. Was a bit worried when it only reduced my sweating after 2 days of use. I didn't think it would work because my sweaty hands were the worst I've ever seen (literally dripping and unconcealable). On the third night, there was horrible itching and pain, but I endured it. The next day, my hands were completely dry. I now only have to use it once in a while for maintenance. This completely changed my life, and I am glad to be rid of that dreaded hyperhidrosis. P.S. be sure NOT to use it on any cuts or skin that is already dry. THANK YOU SO MUCH."

• Anonymous
• July 31, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol is one of those rare cases where the product works exactly as advertised. The first day I used it, I already saw a dramatic difference in my sweating. And I am not talking just a little bit less sweat, I am talking literally none. Application is as simple as putting it on before you go to bed (a few dabs on each armpit) and then showering in the morning. Now, there are two small flaws to this product: 1. As some others had mentioned, Drysol can be a little irritating to the skin. The applied area might sting a little or be itchy, but it's nothing terrible. 2. Because Drysol is essentially closing the pores in your armpits to achieve results, this does lead to more sweating in some areas if you have heavy forehead/back sweat."

• Ste...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 19, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Doctor recommended this. No prescription needed in Canada. Excessive sweating in armpits. Used 3 evenings at bedtime. Itchy during application, but not insane. I immediately quit sweating. Lasted about 3 months before needing to reapply. Use once every 3 weeks and keeps sweat away. I love it."

• REA...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• December 8, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "If you have Drysol and it’s very itchy and red, that is completely normal. The first time you try it, put it on for three nights straight before you go to bed, and then you can reduce to putting it on 1-2 times a week. Otherwise, it can be very itchy. Don’t forget to never rub it in. If your hyperhidrosis is only on your underarms, get the regular one. But if it’s your hands, feet, and underarms, get the strongest one there is because it will be more effective. When you open the box, make sure to read the instructions, they are very easy to understand and it’s very helpful. Drysol isn’t even really a deodorant, it’s kind of just a liquid you pat on and leave for the night. It also doesn’t help with your personal hygiene. Good luck."

• Vys...
• March 4, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "Have been hiding excessive sweating for about 2 years now. Didn't sweat at all after the first application of Drysol! It did tingle/itch for about 15 minutes, but definitely nothing to stop using it for! On day 3 and haven't had a single drop of perspiration and have not had to use another deodorant (although I think I might get one to dab on in the mornings just to make me feel better). BEST PRODUCT EVER."

• aox...
• November 8, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I just want to say that this product has completely changed my life. I used to wake up to sweaty armpits, and I would worry about lifting up my arms all day long, every day. I would wear jackets to cover up the sweating and try to wear white shirts to try and help. Not anymore. I am 100% satisfied with its results. The only negative effect was just a little tingling and itching, but wow, was it worth it. I no longer have to worry about my armpits! Definitely worth every penny."

• 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."

• AAQ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 13, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "I sweat horribly under my arms to a point where I can't wear certain color shirts due to the awful sweat stains I get. I was shocked at how dry my underarms were after using this the first time! I literally have no wetness when using this. The first couple of applications, my underarms were really itchy and had a little sting, but it got better after a couple of uses. I highly recommend this stuff!"

• 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!"

• 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."

• 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!"

• Rya...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 10, 2021

For Hyperhidrosis "This stuff has done so much for my confidence. I used to sweat through everything I wore, so I limited myself to certain colors and fabrics, but now, my armpits don't sweat at all. It will likely make your skin itch the night you apply it, but it's mild. Obviously, it's a fairly harsh thing to put on your body, and people can be allergic, so don't keep using it if it causes anything other than itching."

• 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."

• Jes...
• August 3, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "I used to sweat a lot before using Drysol. I always wore black and was afraid to wear any colors. Even after washing my clothes, the smell of sweat would not go away. I no longer sweat as long as I apply it a couple of times in the month now. Yes, it does irritate your skin to the point where you can't sleep at night, but it is worth it to me. I now wear anything I want. I don't have sweaty or smelly armpits. And I noticed that after a while it irritates you less and less. I definitely recommend this product!"

• Joh...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 18, 2023

For Hyperhidrosis "It has been effective for me so long as I keep my showers from being excessively hot. I have historically sensitive skin, so it may affect me worse than others, but I do have some mild itching under my arms during hours 10-20ish after application. Small price to pay if your underarm sweat is as extreme as mine."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 6, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "In school and gym class, I would always sweat so much, and it was extremely embarrassing. In the slightest heat, I would sweat buckets even without any activity. This worked the day after applying, and I was simply amazed at how wonderful it works. Only downside is after you apply it, it itches, but itching makes the skin irritated, so you kinda have to grin and bear it."