Drysol and Stinging: What Users Say

• 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!"

• The...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 17, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I began sweating as soon as I started college-probably from the mass amount of stress I'm always under. Anywho, this product is amazing. I literally would be sitting in a normal temperature room, and sweat would just be streaming from my armpits down the sides of my body. I started using this, and from day one, absolutely no sweat. Not even at the gym. It does sting a little bit, but as far as I'm concerned, a little bit of stinging far outweighs the low self-confidence, paranoia, and constant clamminess of my body. I 100% recommend this product to anyone."

• The...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 17, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I began sweating as soon as I started college-probably from the mass amount of stress I'm always under. Anywho, this product is amazing. I literally would be sitting in a normal temperature room, and sweat would just be streaming from my armpits down the sides of my body. I started using this, and from day one, absolutely no sweat. Not even at the gym. It does sting a little bit, but as far as I'm concerned, a little bit of stinging far outweighs the low self-confidence, paranoia, and constant clamminess of my body. I 100% recommend this product to anyone."

• Van...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 18, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol has been a blessing for me. I suffer from hyperhidrosis under my arms, hands, and feet. Like literally dripping in sweat. I spend so much money on pedicures and manicures just to be embarrassed sliding around in sandals, so I have to put sneakers on, and I can’t even hold my husband’s hand, it’s so embarrassing! I don’t have to be hot or moving, just laying down, I’m drenched in sweat! So my MD prescribed Drysol a couple years back, and it has been my lifesaver. I have never seen any medication like it. If your underarms are freshly shaved, it stings a little only there, but if you have suffered your entire life like me, you suck it up! Lol Good luck!"

• Ano...
• May 13, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "As a teenager, sweating is a huge problem for me, wherever and whenever. I have tried the anti-perspirant deodorant in stores, but none have worked for me until my doctor prescribed me this. After applying, it stings and itches a bit, but it is so bearable and worth it. No sweat at all the next day, and at school, I didn't have to hide the wetness under a sweatshirt. Would totally recommend."

• ler...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 9, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "When I was in middle school, I started experiencing hyperhidrosis of the underarms. I don't remember how I first came across Drysol, but it made such a huge difference in my life! I could wear ANY SHIRT I wanted! It definitely caused some itching/stinging of the underarm area if I applied it within 24 hours of shaving, so follow the directions. The day after the first use, my underarms were 100% sweat-free. I used it for three consecutive nights, and after that, I only needed to reapply once a week, and eventually once a month, and so on. Today, I haven't used it in at least 8 years, but I still don't have any underarm sweat. It basically deleted my axillary sweat glands. Hallelujah."

• hot...
• September 5, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "You rarely hear about hyperhidrosis being anywhere but in the armpits, so it took me a long time to discover Drysol, as I have suffered with excessive facial, neck, scalp, upper chest, and armpit sweating for almost 20 years, and it's becoming worse the older I get. Drysol is a lifesaver, as my sweating has gotten so bad I don't want to leave the house most days. I have only been using it for 4 days, but I have almost stopped sweating altogether. It does sting a little when applied, but applying it with a tissue has helped reduce the stinging as you use less."

• Sko...
• November 9, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol has seriously changed my life! I have excessive sweating on my scalp and face. No matter where I went, sweat would be pouring down my face like a waterfall. The biggest issue I had with the sweating was at work as I was serving food, and obviously, nobody wants to be served by the sweaty girl. Some days I didn't even want to go to class because my face would be dripping with sweat. I was recommended Drysol by a dermatologist, but I was told that it would sting a lot, but I was willing to try anything. Let me warn you that it burns like crazy. You will want to wash it off, but stay strong, it is worth it. I applied it on my face for 3 nights and my scalp for 2 nights, and I am dry as a bone!!! Drysol has forever changed my life."

• kpa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 25, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "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 it's 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"

• ann...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 28, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "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 by my insurance, but not anymore, so I haven't refilled it yet."

• 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!"

• Ama...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I'm a junior in high school and have been sweating excessively. I could be sitting or doing absolutely nothing, and my underarms would sweat so much that my shirts would get soaked and then soak my jackets. It was insane and also very embarrassing. I couldn't raise my hand in class, and I couldn't shake anyone's hands, otherwise, they'd see my soaked underarms. I talked to my doctor, and she recommended Drysol. I applied it, and it did sting a lot, but the very next day I did not sweat at all. My underarms were completely dry. This lasted for an amazing three weeks until I had to reapply it! Drysol has completely changed my life."

• Flo...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 28, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol changed my life!!! I began struggling with excessive sweat around the age of 15, so I understand the embarrassment that comes along with it. Until I tried Drysol! Got it prescribed by my doctor, and the more I used it, the less often I had to use it over time. It stings a bit, even if you haven’t shaved, but I believe that means it's working. Retails for $28.99 without insurance, but I was able to use a coupon at my local pharmacy and got it for only $11 and some change. So try checking before you pay full price... either way, Drysol is worth it!"

• 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!"

• 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."

• 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."

• Anonymous
• June 12, 2009

For Hyperhidrosis "I have really enjoyed the control over my excessive underarm sweating that Drysol has given me. I use it about twice a week. Occasionally, it stings so bad I have to wash it off before the night is finished. The wetness control far outweighs the stinging sensation. No more embarrassing nervous moments."

• 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!"

• 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 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."

• god...
• May 16, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "I've been using Drysol recently, and it works fantastic. I noticed that I would sweat a lot before I started using the product, and I was really embarrassed! Now I put on Drysol every other day during the week and then not at all on the weekends. It works SO well. The first time stings a lot, and it may prevent you from continuing usage, but don't give up! Soon you won't feel a thing when you apply it! The only thing I don't like about it is that the skin in my armpits is darker, and I don't like the way it looks, but it's worth it if it means no sweating!"

• 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
• September 5, 2011

For Hyperhidrosis "Completely amazing. This product really works if you're like me, really worried about going out because of excessive sweating. This product is for you. I only used this once, and the next day it stung, but I was completely dry, not a single drop of sweat. So the pros far outweigh the cons. The pain and the cost are worth the payoff. Would recommend this to anyone. I am using extra strength, there is mild pain, but it works for me. There's also a mild version. Give it a try."

• Gla...
• February 23, 2012

For Hyperhidrosis "I just started using Drysol last night for the first time, and I love it! It did sting and was a little itchy at first, but it's so worth it. I'm always wearing black or white shirts, and now I can wear all my colored ones without worrying."

• fre...
• July 17, 2009

For Hyperhidrosis "For some reason, the stinging only happens to me when I use it at night. To avoid the stinging, I now use it in the morning after I shower and towel off. The day I use it, I don't wear clothes that I worry about staining. Drysol has worked fantastically for years under my arms. I now only have to use it about once a week. Unfortunately, no matter how I use it on my feet, it hasn't helped them."