Hypercare and Burning: What Users Say
Reviews for Hypercare
- Jen...
- November 6, 2014
For Hyperhidrosis "This medication is amazing! Since I was about 15, I have sweated on my back like crazy! Always having to wear an undershirt to try and hide it. In the last few years, I started to sweat like crazy around my forehead. Just sitting, doing nothing, sweat would pour down my face and back. Stopped going places because I was so mortified by it. I asked my doctor for help, and he prescribed Hypercare. Didn't like it at first because it burned so much. I kept using it every night for a week, and the burning has stopped. I no longer wear undershirts. I can go anywhere now, and I no longer sweat at all. It's been a huge life changer. It's a freedom that I can't explain unless you have suffered from hyperhidrosis."
- Ann...
- October 13, 2014
For Hyperhidrosis "This product is amazing. I had very intense armpit sweating (the armpit area would be soaked with sweat, just from me sitting still or doing anything) since I was 13 or so, and I am 27 now. The dermatologist prescribed this last week, and it is my third day using it today, and I have had no sweat at all since the first time I put this stuff on. Seriously, it is bone dry!! For once! I am so happy I don't have to wear only black tops anymore and can now wear pretty and colorful tops without worrying that someone will see the sweat stains. It is a miracle, and I now feel so much more confident and free. To anyone who has this issue, please try it, it really does work well. Additionally, I didn't experience the burning or itching others have described."
- Anonymous
- October 14, 2009
For Hyperhidrosis "I had the same problem. Always had to wear black or a zip-up sweater to cover it. My doctor prescribed this to me, and it's like a gift from heaven! It burned so bad, though. I couldn't really take it, so for all you girls out there that try it and have the same results, ask your doctor to prescribe you triamcinolone lotion. You put it on after, and there's no burning or swelling or anything! And it leaves your underarms super soft for shaving rather than irritated from the treatment. I definitely recommend this."
- zao...
- August 27, 2010
For Hyperhidrosis "It's a miracle. Hypercare saved my life. I had been suffering from smelly armpits all my life to the point that I used to have (all the time) baby wipes and a deodorant in my purse to refresh my underarms. I don't need to do that anymore, thanks to Hypercare. I can deal with the burning and/or itching. I'm 35 years old, and for the first time in twenty-something years, I found something that works. AND WHEN I SAY IT WORKS, I MEAN IT WORKS."
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- May 16, 2015
For Hyperhidrosis "I've always had a problem with my underarms getting soaked for no reason. It could be freezing, and I would still be wet. There was no smell, just the wetness. As a high school student, I always tried to cover it up with dark clothes and baggy shirts. I've been using Hypercare for about a week, and it's amazing! I've been completely dry since the first use. However, the first two uses made my arms burn really badly. They were really sensitive to the touch for the next two days. I just applied it again for the third time this week, and it is just a small tingling feeling. At first, it may burn, but if you're like me, it was worth it! Great product!"
- Anonymous
- August 25, 2015
For Hyperhidrosis "As everyone else, I have a terrible problem sweating and can only wear black T-shirts or tank tops. I only started using this a year ago, and aside from the burning and soreness after, it's great. However, I just went to refill my prescription and was told that they are no longer manufacturing it. I went to many pharmacies and was told the same thing. I don't understand why."
- Mel...
- December 3, 2015
For Hyperhidrosis "There is good and bad about the product. I have an excessive sweating problem and cannot wear tight shirts due to pit stains. This product prevents me from sweating! I have had no sweat stains! But it creates a burning, pinching, itchy feeling when you put it on. It is very uncomfortable to fall asleep with."
- Sco...
- January 19, 2014
For Hyperhidrosis "This was a life changer. I'm an RN, and now in administration. I wear a suit every day. My underarm sweating was a real problem, and the deodorants I used were killing my clothes. Hypercare changed everything. I use it at night. Slight burning, nothing major. I can't live without it."
- Lha...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 31, 2013
For Hyperhidrosis "This is the first time I have ever reviewed a medication, or that one has had such fast results, and I hope will have such an incredible impact on my life. I have experienced underarm sweating for most of my adult life. I am now in my early 40s. Like many, I have had to alter my wardrobe to accommodate my condition. For many years, I just thought it was part of me and that it wasn't really a treatable condition. I just got my doctor to prescribe this, and after one night of use, I am sweat-free for the first time in 15 years. It is 85 degrees today with 100% humidity-not a drop. Very slight burning for an hour after I put it on, but bearable. I'm hopeful this will continue. Please, if you have this issue, try it."
- Hii...
- July 19, 2013
For Hyperhidrosis "A real life changer. I've had hyperhidrosis since high school (now 25), and I was always hiding in dark clothes to hide the stains. It does burn and itch when I put it on, but I'd take that over the excessive sweating anyway. Pros definitely outweigh the cons!"
- Anonymous
- May 13, 2009
For Hyperhidrosis "I've had hyperhidrosis for 15 years. I would embarrassingly sweat through multiple shirts daily. Business meetings were awful. I would actually adhere my wife's menstrual pads to my undershirts to try and get me through the day, but would eventually sweat through those too. In a recent visit to my dermatologist, he prescribed Drysol/Hypercare. Skeptically, I applied it that night. It burned and itched, keeping me up all night. The next day, I was COMPLETELY dry. I applied it again the next night, still itched but not as bad - slight rash. I took the next 3 nights off to let my armpits heal and still no sweat. I'm on my 2nd week, 3rd application and NO SWEAT. Far less irritation now, dry, and couldn't be happier - truly life changing."
- Anonymous
- October 26, 2013
For Hyperhidrosis "I have tried every antiperspirant deodorant out there, and nothing seemed to work. I would use like 20 swipes and still be sweating in 5 minutes. Whether it was heat, activity, or nervousness, I would have huge rings under my arms. Finally, I tried Hypercare the other night, and I don't know why I haven't used it before. The next day, I saw immediate results. I have been using it for 5 days now, it itches and burns a little, but definitely worth 15 minutes of pain for no sweat marks. I would recommend this to anyone with sweating problems."
- Rec...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 10, 2013
For Hyperhidrosis "I've been dealing with hyperhidrosis since the beginning of high school, and it really became an issue when I began college. It was always awful feeling embarrassed and insecure 24/7 (especially because it was so out of my control). People started to not want to guard me in basketball anymore, my ex-girlfriend would make me feel bad, saying she wanted a boyfriend who could actually put his arm around her, etc. But finally, I stopped wallowing in my own sorrow and talked to a doctor - he prescribed Hypercare, and it CHANGED my life. Don't let your hyperhidrosis beat you because with Hypercare, you can beat it. PS - The complaints about the itching and burning sensations are completely valid, but I'm willing to cope when the payoff for a normal life again."
- rol...
- January 30, 2013
For Hyperhidrosis "I am so thankful for Hypercare! It has changed my life. I was dealing with the sweating from 6th grade, I am now a freshman. I finally told my mom why I would not wear cute clothes. It helped right away. Now I don't stay up at night sobbing. But I have no clue how to stop the burning because it is almost unbearable. But I will stick with it because I am tired of being bullied for it."
- Ash...
- February 5, 2013
For Hyperhidrosis "This product changed my life. It works. No doubt. I had suffered from excessive sweating on my armpits since I was 11. I thought I was cursed and would have to deal with this my entire life. It really had a huge impact on my life because I was always limited on the shirts I had to wear. I could only wear loose black or white shirts. If not, I had to wear a black cardigan over everything I wore! Yes, that's how bad it was until I got prescribed Hypercare when I mentioned it at a doctor's appointment. This had really changed my life. This product worked the very next day! I was truly amazed. THANK YOU HYPERCARE! P.S. Don't use this product when you have recently shaved, or else it will burn, and you won't be able to sleep all night."
- lov...
- August 25, 2009
For Hyperhidrosis "I'm 14 years old and have been suffering from underarm sweat since I was 9. I hated going shopping and buying shirts because I couldn't wear any light colors, only black. As I got older, it got worse, and I didn't really like talking to other people, and in class, I wouldn't raise my hand. My mom decided to take me to my doctor, and he told me about Hypercare. The first night I tried it, it itched and burned, but the next day I didn't sweat! I was happy and thanked my doctor. Good thing they invented this product, and now that I'm going to high school, I can socialize with a lot of people without being afraid. Yay!"
- Pri...
- February 3, 2017
For Hyperhidrosis "This stuff is a life changer! I was prescribed this about 2 years ago and have used it ever since. I would pour sweat under my arms and could be freezing cold. I was determined to find something that helped. I tried all the expensive deodorants at the store, and none of them worked. I finally told my doctor, and he prescribed me this. Yes, it burns and hurts at first, but eventually, you won't need to apply it but maybe a couple of times a month and never apply it the same day you shave. It doesn't hurt, burn, or irritate me at all anymore, and still no sweating. Don't know what I would do if I could no longer get this."
- Ty9...
- March 16, 2011
For Hyperhidrosis "I just started using this medicine, and I'm so happy. I'm a 23-year-old Black lady, and I can't tell you how much this has changed my life. In social and religious settings. It brings me to tears to think of all the years I didn't use this. I, unlike most of you, still wore colored shirts. But I would have to deal with comments and stares. I recommend this medicine for anyone. Like everyone else, I had the burning and itching, but when you've been living with this horrible self-esteem buster, who cares? I'm so happy for all my fellow 'sweaters' who found this product."
- Sav...
- June 28, 2013
For Hyperhidrosis "This has done amazing things for me! I've been using it for four days now, and it's already helping when it says that full effects wouldn't take place until a week. I'm just giving you a heads-up that it burns REALLY BAD. I'm burning right now, actually. I think it's completely worth it, though. I recommend this."
- Me1...
- April 20, 2014
For Hyperhidrosis "I have suffered from excessive underarm sweating since I can remember, probably around 13 or 14 (23 now), and it was always something I just dealt with. I would wear sweaters or tank tops, but never T-shirts. Even with heavy sweat shirts or cardigans, though, you could always see sweat marks under my arms. I finally tried Hypercare, and I've been using it for only 3 days now, and no sweat! Okay, a little moisture here and there, but nothing like before. I can wear T-shirts, and even more importantly, I am not constantly uncomfortable. It really does work. The only reason I did not give it a 10 was because I haven't been using it very long. I hope it continues to work this well. I personally did not experience the burning and itching most people do."
- Kes...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- June 9, 2015
For Hyperhidrosis "I was recommended this product for axillary hyperhidrosis. The first night, it tingled a little, but it was tolerable. Ever since then, I have been using it every few weeks because I fear losing sleep due to the irritation, which leads to redness and soreness. And then the irritation feels like a tingling itch, which progresses to a burning sensation, especially when you try to scratch a little. I would still try it if I were you, it's different for everyone. The things I learned are to wait maybe 30 minutes after washing underarms at night to apply it, and waiting 2 days after shaving probably isn't enough to restrict burning due to the high level of alcohol in the product. The less, the better, trust me, don't keep piling it on top."
- Kri...
- August 10, 2016
For Hyperhidrosis "Can only have this on for literally minutes before the itching/burning makes me want to cry. I can't even concentrate on a TV show to take my mind off it. Anyone know of an alternative that doesn't cause these effects? The catch-22 is that the one time I kept it on half the night, I didn't sweat again for months. Should probably also mention that my sweating problem is my face and neck, particularly my forehead."
- Anonymous
- June 23, 2011
For Hyperhidrosis "This product, in my humble opinion, ranks up there with the wheel as one of the greatest breakthroughs in the history of mankind. After trying every conceivable 'extra-strength' deodorant, I figured I was completely hopeless, as I had the uncanny ability to sweat through any number of layers of clothes, even hoodies. It burned like crazy when I applied it and didn't expect much payoff for my pain, but, lo and behold, it works. I went on vacation to the tropics, swam in the ocean every day, and played rigorous sports for two solid weeks without reapplying it once. Truly unbelievable and truly miraculous."
- ama...
- February 9, 2010
For Hyperhidrosis "I started using it last night, and I have not started sweating yet today! Normally, I will have sweat rings under my arms within an hour of sitting at my desk in my air-conditioned office, but not today! It did burn a little last night, but it seems like it only burns when the medicine is activated with moisture. I used the blow dryer on a cool setting to dry my armpits after washing last night to make sure they were completely dry, and it didn't burn at all while applying. I have been living with this condition since 6th grade, and I am 24 now. I am going to apply it to my sweaty feet tonight, and hopefully, it will work just as well!"
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For Hyperhidrosis "This product is AMAZING! I am a 13-year-old, and I have been sweating a lot since 6th grade. I told my mom a week ago that I can't take sweating anymore. So embarrassing in school. No one really notices me sweating because I would always wear a jacket, even in the summertime! So I called my doctor, and she told me she would prescribe Hypercare. Well, I used it the first night, and wow, the next morning I didn't sweat a bit. I can wear any color now, but every night I put it on, it burns or itches, but mostly it itches. It's worth it, trust me. So thank you so much, Hypercare, and yes, I do recommend it to anybody who sweats a lot."