Aluminum chloride hexahydrate topical and Itching: 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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 29, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "I love Drysol. I literally have excessive sweating everywhere: arms, legs, hands, armpits, even my lower back/butt, and groin area. It is so embarrassing and awful. My armpits are actually the only place I have it under control. My face and scalp are the worst. I use Drysol on my scalp at night, per instructions. The doctor said not to use it on my face or groin because the skin is more sensitive. I use it on my face at night anyway, and it works great. I do get the side effect of pins and needles and itching, sometimes worse than others. But the end result is worth it. I sweat so much I get dehydrated and get headaches. Drysol has been a life saver. I think I'm gonna try it on my under boobs next. Ladies, I know you know the struggle."

• Lul...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 18, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "I have always had severe sweating under my arms. Whenever I use Certain Dri, I don’t sweat for days after just one use. I use sporadically, and I don’t sweat for at least a week at a time. I could never wear light gray before, now I can. It itches and burns, as bad as anything, though, after you put it on. I choose to endure the itchiness, my armpits look red sometimes and feel raw, but it’s alright, at least I won’t sweat. My sister always ensured me beauty is pain, so hey."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 17, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "My hyperhidrosis had been quite severe for several years now and has caused me a huge amount of inconvenience and anxiety. Drysol has changed my life. I can wear whatever I want, and I no longer have to shy away from hugs and touches for fear of suffering intense humiliation. The first time I got through the day with no wetness, I cried on the way home from work; I was so happy. It does itch quite badly at night, but if your condition is anywhere near as emotionally damaging as mine is, it's worth the discomfort. And don't worry if it doesn't work completely the first few uses; it took about a week for it to really kick in for me. I seriously recommend Drysol to anyone who is sick of this condition ruling their life."

• Lou...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 4, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "I am 50 and just started using Drysol, and it is already making a difference. I cannot believe I have suffered my whole life with this and am only now finding relief. I see people complaining of pain and itching, and I only had mild itching for a few minutes, and I believe that is because I shaved before applying. I had far worse burning and itching with OTC Certain Dri. For me, this works, the real test will be when summer comes. I am gonna buy some white shirts and hopefully not have to wonder where the next public restroom is where I can wash my pits and reapply deodorant and spray my clothes with perfumes to try to cover up the B.O. I wish I knew about this product years ago, I wish my parents cared enough to get me help as a pre-adolescent. Would have changed my life. I am very optimistic about Drysol."

• NVa...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 8, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "I've been using Drysol for over 10 years, and it has been a blessing to my life. Like many of you, I suffered from the burning, itchy sensation and dryness as a result of the usage of this product. I was told by my dermatologist to place the Drysol solution on my underarm, and once it completely dries, to then place hydrocortisone lotion (no prescription required over the counter). As far as the dryness; in the areas where you experience dryness (i.e., hands & feet), place the Drysol solution, and once it completely dries, place Excipial lotion (no prescription required) over the areas that are dry. This has worked wonders for me and is a MUST try. Hope this helps!"

• Gra...
• June 14, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I have suffered with excessive sweating on my scalp for 4-5 years, many times staying home rather than be embarrassed by sweat dripping off my hair. After 4 nights of using Drysol, I put it to the test and attended a swim meet for one of my grandkids, 90-degree temperature, and my scalp stayed DRY! The benefit of this far outweighs the temporary tingling and itchy feeling when applied to my scalp. My dermatologist who prescribed Drysol for me is my HERO!"

• Man...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 22, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "This is the best product I’ve ever used! So glad I found this roaming around Walmart in 9th grade. Before, I had to wear black shirts or sweatshirts to hide my huge sweat stains under my armpits; even so, I would still get noticeable stains. Other types of deodorant seemed to have no effect. It was so embarrassing and ruined my confidence. I was so desperate to hide my sweat stains that I thought about using pads on my clothes or duct taping my armpits. It took a few weeks to kick in. I have used it every night for a few years now, and I use normal deodorant every morning. I no longer have sweat stains, even when wearing skin-tight or gray clothes! So happy that my armpit stains are now a problem of the past! However, it does cause itching, and my armpits developed swollen lymph nodes and rashes a few times. That’s why I only use it at night and don’t shave my armpits often. But overall, the mild itchiness is well worth being able to wear whatever I want to!!!!"

• Man...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 31, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "I remember the first time I used Drysol on my armpits, it was one of the worst and most uncomfortable things I’d ever felt. There was burning and itching and the sensation of needles randomly pricking into my skin. I actually had to wash it off after about 20 minutes because I couldn’t handle the extreme discomfort anymore. I have very fair and sensitive skin, so I’m guessing Drysol affects everybody differently. But for the people with more sensitive skin, like myself, there’s help for us! I did a little more research on Drysol, and someone recommended using it with Caladryl Clear Lotion, and I can’t tell you how much of a difference that made! I apply the Drysol to my armpits or face and let it dry as much as possible, and then slather a thick layer of Caladryl over the top of it. I sometimes still get slight itching and burning, but usually, I can just put more Caladryl on, and it’ll go away for the most part. This medication is like a miracle drug!"

• Anonymous
• September 24, 2009

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."

• 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!"

• JaM...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 19, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I suffered with hyperhidrosis for years. I could be shivering cold, and my armpits would still be pouring sweat. Wearing gray was out of the question! Then I found an antiperspirant containing aluminum chloride: not to be overdramatic... but it changed my life! At first, I dealt with the unbearable itching and irritation. After a while, I learned to use less and only apply it at night. After a couple of months of daily use, I reduced to every other day... then every few days... and after a year, I eventually just stopped using it because the problem seemed to disappear completely. That was 15 years ago! To this day, I still do not sweat under my arms unless I'm really exerting myself... and still, it's such a small amount. Less than 'normal' people."

• Dry...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 29, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "When I was in middle school, it is hard if you have hyperhidrosis. Your self-confidence is way low, and I can NEVER wear shirts without a jacket over it to hide the pit stains. It really did suck. I started using Drysol in the sixth grade because of my excessive sweating, and it's been helping ever since. The first week of using it, there is going to be itching, but after a few days, it should be fine. Do not use it after shaving, or don't put too much on, and that's what will cause the burning sensation everyone's talking about. Use a small amount, dry it via air or a hair dryer, and you should be fine to go to bed. There is no point in using this product every single night. I suggest it!"

• Ano...
• February 28, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "Okay: typical story. I would cry because I couldn't wear red, and so on and so forth. Anyway, I'm currently on day three of using this. Night one: it burned and itched a bit, but nothing major, and the next day-you guessed it-no sweating. Zip. Zilch. Played ping pong for literally two hours and was dry as the Sahara. Night two: I showered and, without thinking, shaved, dried off thoroughly, and applied the Drysol. I was shaking. My armpits felt like the frickin' sun, and I was considering writing my will. Day two: my pits hurt so bad that I couldn't lift my arms. Night three: showered, but definitely didn't shave. Burns unbelievably, and itches like sandpaper, but I believe that's because I basically slaughtered my sweat glands by shaving."

• Ano...
• February 28, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "Okay: typical story. I would cry because I couldn't wear red, and so on and so forth. Anyway, I'm currently on day three of using this. Night one: it burned and itched a bit, but nothing major, and the next day-you guessed it-no sweating. Zip. Zilch. Played ping pong for literally two hours and was dry as the Sahara. Night two: I showered and, without thinking, shaved, dried off thoroughly, and applied the Drysol. I was shaking. My armpits felt like the frickin' sun, and I was considering writing my will. Day two: my pits hurt so bad that I couldn't lift my arms. Night three: showered, but definitely didn't shave. Burns unbelievably, and itches like sandpaper, but I believe that's because I basically slaughtered my sweat glands by shaving."

• Itc...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 19, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I sweat mostly everywhere. Pits aren't the only place. It's my face, chest, back of my thighs, groin area, hands, feet... you get it. I've been like this since puberty, and it got a lot worse (of course) after I started working out regularly. I use Drysol mostly on my armpits maybe twice a week, and I don't sweat at all. I apply it very lightly and only directly where I actually perspire from (the center of my pit), and then rub it around a little by doing a circular, funky chicken-like movement. For everywhere else, I only use it maybe once a month, it's effective for a couple of days. For my face (forehead, nose, and very lightly above my upper lip), I use a cotton ball as the applicator dispenses too much at a time. The itchiness is killer, though!!!!!"

• Joh...
• September 30, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I have had hyperhidrosis since I was young, it started at 15 and now, 69. I suffered with this condition all my life, only shirts that hid the wetness. I used this when I was 30 for a week, it stopped the sweating under my arms for years. I have not used it for over 40 years. I still have not had any underarm sweating. However, I have suffered 10 years of sweating on my upper body, mostly chest, face, and neck. I went to a dermatologist, asked for a prescription for Drysol. I put it on underarms, my entire chest area, and sides of upper body the first night, yes, it was itchy, it's worth it. I used petroleum jelly on the areas that itched a lot, it helped. The next night, I put some on my neck areas and also some areas on my face. Some areas of my neck were quite itchy but worth it. I do not know why I haven't used this product again until now, it has totally kept my upper body from sweating. I am now looking forward to going back to wearing shirts of any color and not being embarrassed to be around people again."

• 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."

• Joh...
• January 10, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "In 1988, I went to my doctor for something unrelated to my excessive sweating. When we were finished, he asked if there was anything else. That's when I mentioned my extreme underarm sweating and how I ruined shirts and jackets. He directed me to Drysol, which does not require a prescription in Ontario. I have been using it for over 25 years and confirm that it does the job. I have never had even a bit of wetness. I put it on about every two weeks. A small bottle costs about $22 and lasts at least 2 years. Yes, it does burn and itch at times due to the aluminum chloride, but it's a small price to pay. Make sure you wash the treated area the next morning with soap and water. A little talcum or baby powder afterwards takes away any clammy feeling."

• Jma...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 19, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "Wow, Drysol has been a game changer for me! I've been very insecure about my underarm odor and finally asked the doc if anything could be done. He prescribed Drysol, and I had my doubts it would work. I've been using it for a few weeks now, and it's been a miracle worker! I will say, it has some downsides. It itches like crazy and burned a few times I've used it. I put aloe on it, and that calmed the itching and burning. So if it itches and burns, I suggest applying some aloe for relief. The good far outweighs the bad, though, and I'm happy I found this!"

• lea...
• September 27, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "I read so many good reviews on Drysol, so I decided to try it! The first night I used it, it had a burning sensation, but I could handle it. The next day, I was so happy with the results. I had no sweat at all. The second time I used it, it itched like crazy, and I was up all night trying to tolerate it, but still no sweat. The third time I used it, my armpits burned, and there were red bumps! I immediately washed it off, but the pain didn't go away. Maybe it was just my skin having a reaction to it, but I do not think this is for me!"

• Gra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 21, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I'm a 46-year-old female who has struggled with severe sweaty armpits, feet, and hands since I was 13. I've researched and tried so many products that failed me. But this truly works. It takes about 2 days for it to actually stop the sweating process, but once it's in your pores, you can use it every other day. Your armpits are odorless. The unfortunate part is... do not use after shaving, it will burn, itch, and cause a horrible outbreak, but otherwise, this product is a true BLESSING to all who sweat beyond control like I did..."

• Anonymous
• August 25, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "I'm an 18-year-old girl who's been sweating since the 6th grade. It's so embarrassing that I used to wear mostly black so no one would see the pit stains. Drysol works really great. The only downside I would say is that if I use it every day or after I shave, it has the worst burning/itching sensation."

• 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."

• Ang...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 9, 2024

For Hyperhidrosis "I am 30 and have suffered from hyperhidrosis ever since I can remember. Like most, I oversweat primarily from hands, feet, and underarms. I would sweat so much that you could see it all over my shirt at the underarms. My hands would be clammy, which was especially problematic when I had to touch somebody, such as shaking or holding hands. Sometimes I'd even get my papers wet from the sweat (people tend to look at you almost with disgust when this happens). All this, of course, led to lesser self-esteem. Finally, a few months ago, I decided to be brave and talk to my doctor about it. She recommended and prescribed Drysol, which has changed my life. It started working within just a few days and has resolved my problem. I now use it every two to three days and no sweat. My side effects are that it causes itching sometimes and dry skin at the application sites. So I use Cortizone on days when I'm not using Drysol, which helps tremendously with these side effects."