Drysol and Rash: What Users Say

• yos...
• February 13, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "On my first night applying Drysol, it felt fine with only a little itching in my armpits. The day, I sweat a little bit but drastically less than normal. The second night applying it, it itched and burned pretty bad to the point where I was tossing and turning for almost an hour. I put Vaseline over it and it just helped enough so that I could fall asleep. That day, I sweat almost nothing with no pit stains or anything. The whole day, I had a rash on my armpits and they just felt irritated though, so I decided not to apply it for a third night. I put deodorant on the next day and didn't sweat a drop. The irritation was also completely gone. I put it on once more and it itched but didn't nearly hurt as bad as the second night. My point is that Drysol has a few downsides, but they don't last and it is so worth it with the impact that it makes on the way you can live. I highly recommend, just get ready for a little itching."

• Emm...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 23, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I originally was prescribed Drysol over a year ago, but after reading about the side effects (rash, stinging, itching), I was too afraid to use it. Well, after years of dealing with excessive armpit sweat, I decided to give it a try. I bought a lot of black shirts. I'm not going to lie, it definitely stings and itches pretty bad. But it's so, so worth it. After two applications, I went for a hard run, and I was sweating everywhere else from my body EXCEPT my armpits. It's truly a miracle. I can't tell you how freeing it feels to be able to go out in public wearing a yellow shirt with sleeves and not having to worry about sweating. Give it a try!"

• Mad...
• April 7, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I used to sweat so bad. Dripping sweat from my underarm to my back. Leaving embarrassing sweat stains. I could be freezing cold and sweat crazy. After the first use of Drysol, I saw results the next day, no longer had sweat stains. I’ve only used it 3 times now, and it’s been amazing. I used it 2 nights straight. Now doing every other night. But I do have a bad rash under my arm, which I was told was expected. It does burn and itch a little after application, but it goes away after an hour. APPLY AT NIGHT TIME BEFORE BED. When the sweat glands are working less. But I am in love with this product and have never been so confident."

• Bre...
• June 28, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Although Drysol does work, it is also very painful for me. When I apply, and even hours after, I have pain in my armpits. They are completely bumpy with red rashes, and the burning is the worst part. The morning after I apply it, the redness dies down, and so does the pain. The sweating does go away, and this product would be perfect without the horrible side effects it gives me! Overall, I feel that the product is not worth the pain I go through when and after applying."

• Mad...
• June 6, 2023

For Hyperhidrosis "I finally was able to use Drysol after years of dealing with excessive sweating. The first night I used it, I felt very mild itching about 40 minutes after application. The next day, I didn’t sweat at all! The following night, I applied the same amount to my underarms and dealt with EXTREME burning and a red rash that lasted hours. Drysol definitely works, but be careful if you have any skin sensitivities or don’t want to deal with the excruciating pain :("

• chi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 23, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "Ok, so I’ve been suffering with hyperhidrosis for as long as I remember, maybe 8th grade. Well, I’m in my 30s, and I used Drysol for the first time last night. Today, no unnecessary sweating or anxiety about it. Will continue use. Side effects: it burns like anything, and I did have some rashes from it. I’m a Black woman, and this is a game changer for my face and pits!"

• Sud...
• March 22, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "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 of days for a while, and now I use it once every couple of 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!"

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

For Hyperhidrosis "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 men's 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 had 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!"

• C R...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "In first year university, I started sweating so much under my arms that I would have to change my undershirt 5 times a day and only wear dark colors so I wouldn't show my sweat stains. I tried every deodorant and antiperspirant I could find, and nothing worked. I went to the doctor, and he recommended Drysol (no prescription needed). I used it for the first night and covered my underarms with lots of it. It was itchy, and my skin was irritated in the morning with a red rash, but I did not sweat again! The small amount of pain from the rash was worth it. I only have to reapply once every couple of years! Amazing."

• SN0...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 6, 2023

For Hyperhidrosis "So I have always struggled with hyperhidrosis, and my dermatologist prescribed this to me. From the outside of the bottle, this looked pretty normal, I did read the instructions. The one thing I did not read was the ingredients list (I do not usually get allergies). I got out of the shower and waited an hour or two to make sure I was fully dry. I put this straight on my armpits, and I felt the worst stinging pain. After a few minutes of trying to frantically wash it off, I had hives all the way down my back, arms, chest, and underarms. The only thing that worked for me to get the hives to calm down was when I washed the affected area off with soap. It’s been two days, and my underarms are still puffy."

• 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."

• Lif...
• October 13, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "I have been using Drysol for 15 years. I have figured out the perfect process for using the product. If you aren't careful, you can apply Drysol in such a way that it will cause extreme burning sensations and rashes. Here's how to apply it properly: Men, carefully shave the center portion of your armpits to expose the bare skin. If you look closely, you'll be able to see the sweat gland areas of your armpits. Apply the product only to this area and not to the surrounding skin. Do this right before bed and sleep all night long with it on your armpits - should keep you dry for 3 to 4 weeks. Do this multiple nights in a row for a longer effect. My dad totally cured his hyperhidrosis by doing this every night for two weeks."

• Kik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 6, 2021

For Hyperhidrosis "I have had excessive sweating in my underarms for as long as I can remember. I finally decided to do something about it. Before jumping to more invasive options, I was prescribed Drysol. My first application was horrible. My skin burned so bad, and I had a painful rash for days. I was scared to use it again. But I noticed even after one use, my sweating has decreased, which is life-changing. We'll see how it works long-term, but despite the pain I experienced, it may be worth it."

• Liv...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 7, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "Well, I've had excessive sweating for years. I had gone to my doctor and was prescribed Drysol, and within twenty minutes of applying it, my skin broke into an extremely painful, bumpy rash. I followed all the instructions: no shaving before putting it on, just a thin layer, not to rub it in, etc. I'm sure the product works, I just have extremely sensitive skin, so I'll just need to continue looking for a product or medical procedure that works."

• Tes...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 17, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Ever since middle school, I have suffered from hyperhidrosis since I was 12. My problem area was my armpits, and I was very self-conscious. Although this product has helped with the sweating, it doesn't always work but ALWAYS causes extreme pain, rashes, and itching. There were times when I would feel like crying because of the pain. The product isn't terrible and certainly works, but is NOT WORTH THE PAIN."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 18, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "Today is my first day trying Drysol. All I have to say is NEVER again!!! I wish I had read some of these reviews before I put it on. I was warned about the itching and slight burning, so I tried to wait it out a bit when I started to feel that. After an hour of my armpits being on absolute fire, I decided I needed to get it off immediately. I definitely have a chemical burn... or at least that’s what it feels like. I’m sitting here writing this as my arms are covered in red rashes and I’m trying to bear the pain. If you’re willing to endure chemical burns, go for it. But I don’t recommend it."

• Red...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 25, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "So today, the second day I used Drysol. Wore a yellow tank top to a pop-up shop event, and halfway through the event, I looked down and saw bright red spots all over my shirt as if I had spilled fruit punch on me. I got home and noticed the red rings under my armpits. The only thing I put on was Drysol before leaving the house... At least it washed out, but it's making my sweat change the color of my shirt, that's no bueno!!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 1, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "Red, itching rash under arm."