Excessive Sweating

[Lulu Goss]

I have the same problem - no smell but excessive wetness, even when it’s cold! It’s the bane of my life, I can’t wear certain colours/materials and am always very conscious of my outfit choices because of it.

I had Botox this time last year. I paid £390 for it, had the first lot and it stung a bit but I thought it would be worth it so I didn’t mind. I went back for a top up a few weeks later as it had reduced but not stopped completely, and was gutted when I realised afterwards that it hadn’t really worked.

I spoke to my doctor about it before lockdown and he suggested some of the deodorants that have been mentioned further up which I’ve bought but haven’t used yet as I’ve got sensitive skin and I’m a bit worried about irritation. My doctor was very sympathetic but basically said the only other thing to consider would be surgery to remove the sweat glands which they would only do as a very last resort in very extreme cases.

Interested to read everyone else’s experience because at this point I’m thinking I’ll just have to pick my clothing choices carefully forever!

 

[supernintendochalmers]

I have this issue too. Have tried Driclor deodorant (recommended by a friend) in the past which helped for a couple of weeks, but then stopped working for some reason. It also left really bad, stinging rashes. For the moment I just use men's deodorant.

 

[Corky]

Driclor worked a treat for me. I used it for about 10 years every night,then went on holidays and firgit to take it. Had to use normal antiperspirant and havent needed it since.

 

[Lollypad]

I’ve also been using Driclor again and I forgot how good it is! My only issue is the itching, sleeping with a sheet under my arms definitely helps.

 

[Hazel1593]

Ah! Thank you so much for this.

I should add though that I think Driclor is ideal for people who just suffer with underarm sweating. I do find when I use it, I feel like the rest of my body overcompensates and I end up sweating more elsewhere. So maybe it’s not the best product for people who suffer with excessive sweating in different areas.

 

[under the ivy]

I can walk to the bus stop (5 mins away from my house) at a normal pace and be covered in sweat. I feel like other women at the gym look perfect and I’m there like a sweaty beetroot! I use Mitchum and I find that good but might try the Driclor I’ve seen mentioned. Can you buy it in chemists?

 

[JoeBloggs]

I’ve heard Botox works. I sweat a lot but it’s more the odour I have issues with, been using Salt of the Earth for the last two years and it’s the best deodorant I have ever used, only issue is it can dry you out and as it’s so hot I’ve got a rash on one arm pit but I’m just moisture going it and it’s clearing up.

 

[moimoi]

Another one who can vouch for Driclor, it’s a godsend!

And yeah, just don’t shave before putting it on and you’ll be absolutely fine! Even if/when it does sting a little bit, it’s 100% worth it.

I can’t even remember the last time I needed to put anything on my armpits as they’re constantly dry. I only use Driclor now and again to ‘top up’ and make sure whatever is working doesn’t stop.

 

[Lulu Goss]

I can walk to the bus stop (5 mins away from my house) at a normal pace and be covered in sweat. I feel like other women at the gym look perfect and I’m there like a sweaty beetroot! I use Mitchum and I find that good but might try the Driclor I’ve seen mentioned. Can you buy it in chemists?

I got mine from Amazon, it was only about £5. Still have yet to actually try it, I’ve been a bit worried about irritating my skin with how hot it’s been. Might give it a go tonight though

 

[Lollypad]

I have suffered from excess sweating since my teens, my husband says it’s my weight (I’m fat) but I was slim in my teens so I don’t know? I can’t even wear big winter coats in cold weather because I walk a lot & just end up a sweaty mess, I sweat underarms, forehead, under my eyes etc.... I put deodorant on about 6 times a day, I sweat that much sometimes it actually makes me feel dizzy & sick, I daren’t go to my doctors because I will just be told to lose weight but it really makes me so miserable, can really sympathise with people on this thread x

It’s very annoying when you’re overweight and EVERYTHING is put down to it.
I’m certain for me that sweating is an anxiety thing - I never had any issues until I was having panic attacks, and now obviously I’m concerned that I’ll get sweat patches, people will think I’m weird etc and it sets off the anxiety, which then sets off the sweating.
driclor is brilliant for me but it doesn’t half itch - although whoever made the point about sleepingwith the duvet under your armpits has helped me no end!

 

[Barra]

I posted to this thread a while ago. I came off Effexor and thought this was the issue.
Now realised it was Cerazette Causing it which makes more sense. Off the Effexor and just went back on cerazette and had night sweats and sweating after just one week on it. Have come off it again.
Just incase anyone else is on that pill!

 

[champagnepinkk]

Just to give an update on the Driclor... I’ve been using it for a few days and haven’t had any underarm sweat! Even during the heatwave my armpits were bone dry. It’s a little itchy but not unbearable, and I’m really pleased with the results.

I’m definitely gonna invest in this!

 

[champagnepinkk]

If I shave on a morning then I find that Driclor is fine to use the next day before I go to bed. I found it worked after the first use so I don’t think there’s a need to use it every day. I usually apply it 2/3 times a week.

Ah! Thank you so much for this.

 

[Twixie]

Driclor I get it on Amazon it stops you sweating completely!

 

[DoctorWho]

It's really not pleasant but is over so quick and it's honestly been life changing for me.

i used it years ago, I found it worked for a few weeks but I couldn’t stand the itching
I’d wake up in the night and have to wash it off lol

 

[Aceofspades]

Yeah that would be my concern with the surgery too!

How many sessions did you have in the end?

I'm about 3 and a half ish years down the line with Botox n have them twice yearly.

 

[DoseofReality]

I have found my sisters. I'm tired of just being drenched, and covered in sweat rash. Going to give some of the roll on's mentioned a go. Anyone got any suggestions for boob sweat? My underboobs get so sore and red from it.

So now can’t sit on a chair without leaving a wet patch

Oh gosh the fear of plastic chairs and leaving an inprint. Even leather chairs. Shudders.

 

[Lulu Goss]

I had it off a website which was over 15 years ago so can't remember but boots do it.... https://www.boots.com/odaban-antiperspirant-spray-10111926

I had really bad sweating underarms. My sister was the same and also used it.
Honestly changed my life. I remember the 1st day after putting it on I wore a grey top which I never would of before and I was dry, totally amazing.

I’m definitely going to give this a go!

 

[RumNCoke]

I've suffered from excessive sweating since primary school. I remember Stuffing toilet roll under my armpits to try stop the patches but never worked. I've just had to avoid certain fabrics, styles of tops, wear black or dark patterned tops mostly but I'm not fed up as even as I sit at home on the dining room table, the sweat literally rolls down my arms and that's just sitting down!
I tried driclor before but couldn't deal with the sting but going to definitely give it another go. Also considering botox but horrified to read that it doesn't always work as it's quite pricey!

 

[Hazel1593]

Hi guys. I posted earlier in the thread but I keep forgetting to purchase Driclor but I really want to order it now!!

for those who say, don’t use it when you shave .. do you not use it daily then? I typically shave every 2/3 days so I’m abit confused as to how to use it

If I shave on a morning then I find that Driclor is fine to use the next day before I go to bed. I found it worked after the first use so I don’t think there’s a need to use it every day. I usually apply it 2/3 times a week.