Aluminum chloride hexahydrate topical and Itching: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Reb...
• August 26, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "This is hands down the best thing that has ever happened in my life. My problem areas are my hands and feet. They would sweat so bad, the sweat would appear through my sandals, and my hands would stick to my paper when writing in school. So embarrassing. I used Drysol for 3 consecutive nights, and after the 3rd night, I was sweat free! I did not experience burning and itching until the third night, and, boy, was it uncomfortable to sleep in. I now only use it once a week, but will cut down later on in the year. Drysol did make my hands very dry to the point when I rub them together, the dead skin/flakes would fall off (and a lot of it). I am in search of a good hand cream, but I am in no rush because dry hands are better than sweaty ones."

• Anonymous
• February 21, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "Best medicine ever. I've had hyperhidrosis for years, finally started using Hypercare for a little over a month now, and NO SWEATING! No armpit stains in ANY of my clothes anymore! As long as I use it twice or so a week at night, I'm sweat-free. Although, I do still use deodorant, otherwise, I will smell sweaty. And I also itch my armpits almost daily, but the itchiness is totally worth it!"

• Saw...
• November 11, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "Around the age of 12, I started noticing how much I was sweating, and it wasn't normal. I was sweating the most under my arms, hands, and feet. It was so bad I'd be embarrassed to shake someone's hand, wear sandals, and colored shirts. I'd feel sweat drip under my arms, and my hands would leave sweat marks on my desk/papers. I told my dermatologist, and he recommended Drysol. I've been using it for 4 days, and I can genuinely tell you it's helped about 75%. I'm really pleased because my sweating was way worse than most people with hyperhidrosis, and nothing else was helping me (certain dry, Hypercare). However, some nights when I apply it, my underarms are burning and itching, but I try not to touch it & just go to sleep. I strongly recommend it."

• itw...
• October 11, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "(disclaimer - I have the roll-on of Certain Dri, and I do not have [diagnosed] hyperhidrosis, but I do sweat a lot) I’ve gone through tons of different antiperspirants, probably spent well over a hundred dollars in just the past year, but it never really worked for me. Even in the winter, sweat would show through my shirts. About a month and a half ago, I discovered Certain Dri, and the first day after applying the night before, I still had sweat, but the following day of applying, it completely stopped the sweating. Even after sports practice, I stayed dry. The biggest con is that it itches A LOT. Some nights, it’s so itchy I scratch and scratch, and I do wait 15 minutes for it to dry before putting on a shirt over it. I think the itchiness is worth it, but I do take one day off each week to let my armpits not be itchy. I’ve also noticed a little bit of discoloration, they’ve gotten darker, not a lot, but still noticeably. It works so well I don’t mind much though."

• Mor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 2, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "I've been using this for close to a month. At first, I started out with using it every day and increasingly gained confidence (I've experienced hyperhidrosis for about 5 years, while in my teens, I was afraid to wear anything but black. Period.). After about two weeks, I started applying it once every two days, now I'm down to once every three days. I'm so excited that I found something that works. It does make my underarms itch sometimes, but it isn't painful, just annoying. I'm hoping that by the time I move to Arizona in June, I'll only need to apply this every month or so. But this works wonders!!!"

• 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."

• GoT...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 1, 2014

For Hyperhidrosis "This medication is incredible! Like the other reviewers on this site, I suffered from severe sweating since I was a young child. After using this medication, I found that my sweating was reduced by 90%, if not more. The very mild side effects, a tingling or itching after using the medication, are well worth the peace of mind and joy of living life sweat-free. There are still times when I find myself a little sweaty, but overall I am incredibly impressed with this medication, and it is life-changing. I would highly recommend this to anyone with a sweating issue. Heads up - this medication can take up to a few weeks to fully kick in. You also have to play around with it to find out how much you need and how often you should reapply."

• Car...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 21, 2013

For Hyperhidrosis "This product has changed my life. I can wear whatever I like now and not feel self-conscious. I am on ADHD medication, and that is something that causes excessive sweating. (Research it thoroughly if you do not believe that.) I thought that I would have to sacrifice focusing for the problem of sweating. No more. I do not have the redness and itching side effects. The only regret I have is not finding a provider who would prescribe this for me sooner."

• Mis...
• March 13, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol works very well. If you let your underarms completely dry, either by themselves or with a blow-dryer on a low setting, there should be no irritation. If there is any continuous itching or burning, simply watch your armpits and dry them. Use sparingly."

• 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!"

• 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!"

• Ton...
• April 11, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "I got this product when I was sweating through my uniforms in school almost constantly and was drenched 20 minutes into first period. Even in the middle of winter, I couldn't wear tight clothes or anything colored. I started wearing baggy sweatshirts without shirts, yet I could still feel the sweat dripping down my arms and side. I finally told my mom, who made me an appointment with the dermatologist. Although this product itches until you go to sleep, it is worth the peace of mind and comfort. I am on my third application, and I am already completely dry!"

• 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
• 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!"

• 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."

• 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."

• Dry...
• January 16, 2017

For Hyperhidrosis "Such bad sweating/leaking from armpits that I thought I would give it a try. No prescription required in Canada. Picked up the extra strength and used three nights in a row. Stopped my sweating 100% immediately after three nights. Lasted 2 months before I had to use it again. I now add an extra night every couple of weeks and no sweat from pits for over a year. Yes, it can itch, but remember to dab, not smear it on. More doesn't work any better, and almost no itch on my 2-week applications due to using less. Short-term pain for long-term gain."

• 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."

• 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."

• The...
• March 31, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Drysol actually works! Please give it a try before considering any surgical operations or Botox injections. I've been dealing with excessive sweating for about 2 years and finally decided to do something about it. And by excessive, I mean sweat running like faucets, my underarm sweat would run right through my shirt and big sweaters, and I'd have to change my shirt 4-5 times a day. I've used other antiperspirants prior to this one, such as Certain Dri, but they had very little impact on this problem of mine. Yesterday was the first day I used Drysol, and I did not sweat at all. I'm so happy I can finally wear t-shirts again and not have to worry about my sweat stains. I did experience some itchiness yesterday, but not as much today."

• Sam...
• February 8, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "This stuff really does work. My right underarm would sweat almost instantly and would leave the biggest stain. Since using Drysol, that has stopped. The only downside is how badly it burns. It burns and itches so badly when you first apply it, but the results are so good that the temporary burn is almost worth it."

• Sam...
• February 21, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "I have had extreme underarm sweating since I was about 13. I was too embarrassed to go to a doctor about this problem. I used every deodorant and antiperspirant available, nothing worked. I would sit and do absolutely nothing and have my underarms soaked with huge pit stains. I thought there was no cure. I recently went to my doctor because I'm now 21 and married and don't want to deal with this anymore. I got prescribed Drysol, and let me tell you, I was really skeptical. I put it on at night, and it did burn and itch, but nothing horrible I couldn't stand. The next morning I went to work and wore a tight colored shirt, and no sweat, not even a drop. I almost cried, I was so happy. It really works! Try this if you haven't already!"

• Akh...
• December 26, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "This product surely works! As an unlucky student, we wear uniforms. And my condition isn't helping me boost my self-confidence to make friends or to do the things that a person without hyperhidrosis can. I've seen a lot of reviews that Drysol can cause itchiness, but I don't have this kind of problem, so I am very thankful. I don't know why, but the product didn't react to me like that. (Maybe I should ask my dermatologist.) I am really happy with the result!!"

• 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."