Certain Dri and Itching: What Users Say

• 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."

• 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!!!!"

• 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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• September 19, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I’ve been using Certain Dry for over ten years. I use it a few times a week, but not every day. When I first started using it, I used it daily, which caused a rash, so I cut down to every other day, and I can say I do not sweat under my arms anymore. It’s been ten years free of smelly, sweaty underarms. I tell everyone about this product. It does itch a few minutes after application, but it’s because it’s literally closing your pores. If you can deal with a little itch under your arms for a few minutes, it’s definitely worth the discomfort. This product changed my life. It changed my confidence. I love Certain Dri."

• Mad...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• February 27, 2020

For Hyperhidrosis "I don’t sweat excessively, but have bad armpit odor. I have excellent hygiene, but the bad odor has always plagued me. I use Certain Dri, and it is powerful. The first time I tried it, I tried to wash it off; it burned so bad, even with just a tiny amount. I kept using it and have been for a year now. I have to put on more than recommended about once a week (about 7 swipes worth, covering my entire armpit area), and then the other times I just use 2-3 swipes. When I use it heavily, it makes my armpits pretty sore, even the next day. This stuff burns my armpits bad when I apply it, making it hard to fall asleep sometimes. It also makes them itch like crazy, but to me, it’s worth it. I used to use it every other night but had to bump back up to every night; once it makes my armpits burn really bad to where I can’t stand to do it another night in a row, I go back down to every other night. I do not wear deodorant with this; I only use this product."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "I don't sweat, but have bad odor. I started using this product two months ago and don't have to worry about odor daylong. However, I do experience itching and, more recently, muscle soreness in my arms. I will cut back to every other day to see if that resolves the issue."

• 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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 5, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "Certain Dri definitely works wonders. I was always self-conscious in school about my underarm sweat, and this completely eliminated the problem. The only issue is that it causes my armpits to become quite itchy right after applying it, and it sometimes causes red bumps if I apply it too closely after shaving."

• Lad...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 3, 2018

For Hyperhidrosis "Works like magic, the only thing I don't like is the itching. Works best when applied before bed and a little more after a morning shower. Almost went through with a MiraDry procedure, which costs thousands of dollars. Certain Dri is less than $8 and very effective, I can finally wear anything I want!"

• Goo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 3, 2019

For Hyperhidrosis "I had looked up on Google what the best deodorant is for excessive sweating in women. It recommended Certain Dri, and it definitely works. It totally cuts the body odor smell when I exercise. I was so happy I found something. However, my armpits itch badly and burn. I know you’re not supposed to use it after shaving, so I make sure I shave 12 hours before using deodorant. So kind of bummed."

• Use...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 31, 2022

For Hyperhidrosis "Amazing product. It irritates my skin and causes itchiness. However, I learned to apply only 3 hits under each armpit and never to use it after shower, but rather wait at least an hour. Also, use it at most every other day and not every day."

• Pho...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 10, 2016

For Hyperhidrosis "Living in Phoenix, I rarely wear blouses with sleeves - most days it is a tank top with a jacket thrown over for the office. So, sweating in the pits is not an option unless I get my jackets dry cleaned after every use. I have been using Certain Dri roll-on after trying various other 'clinical strength' antiperspirants for a few years now. While it has always itched when I apply the roll-on version at bedtime, the solid version does not, but I noticed some dampness in my pits with the solid. So, I am sticking to roll-on - worth the mild itching for completely dry pits."

• Kri...
• July 31, 2015

For Hyperhidrosis "Cured perspiration problem. No sweat equals no odor. After about 3 weeks of using, I did get a red, itchy rash and stopped using. As soon as the rash healed, I used it again. So I use 3 weeks, then take a week's break. It's worth it!"

• Cat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 16, 2019

"I liked this Certain Dri at first, but now, after a few months, I notice soreness around my breast, close to my armpit, and the itch is not continuous, but annoying when it does itch. It did work well, but now I'm afraid to use."

• Oli...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 3, 2024

For Hyperhidrosis "I’ve always had trouble with deodorant not working, I would sweat through it and would usually stink by midday. I tried men's deodorant thinking it would be stronger, but had the same issue. I tried Certain DRI hoping it would work, and it had done great. I can go days without smelling and don’t sweat through it. After applying, it itches quite a bit, but I would say it's worth it to finally have a deodorant that keeps me from smelling."

• Aan...
• July 27, 2021

For Hyperhidrosis "I'm a female in my 20s and since I can remember, I have always struggled with excess, embarrassing sweating. This is the only product that has seemed to prevent my armpit stains entirely. But this product comes with a price. I do have sensitive skin, so I get a very abnormal severe rash when using Certain Dri. My armpits get a harsh red rash, and I have a hard time sleeping with it on because it says to apply at night. However, this rash is painful and itchy, so it is hard to relax and fall asleep, but in trade, you really will NOT sweat at all. I can finally wear white T-shirts without worrying about pit stains. I highly recommend NOT shaving your armpits before using at least 1-2 days because it makes them way more irritated and the rash can be worse. Also, the rash was noticeable to my friends because I was in a swimsuit, and they could notice it was bright red. Pick your battles between having an itchy, painful rash while sleeping or not sweating for 3-4 days. I only apply 2x a week between shaving my armpits."

• val...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 20, 2021

For Hyperhidrosis "Certain Dri works to a certain extent. I still sweat, and my armpit smells. Makes my armpits burn and itch like crazy, though."

• Vic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 27, 2023

For Hyperhidrosis "I needed a deodorant that helps with odor, tried Certain Dri Professional Strength and my, Lord! It made me itch and burn like crazy! Not sure if I can continue using it."

• Eth...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 13, 2021

For Hyperhidrosis "Absolutely amazing, completely stops sweating for days. Although I did notice, after about 3 weeks of use, it started to itch and burn and cause redness, but it is well worth it."

• Daw...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 7, 2022

For Hyperhidrosis "It works for me. I have been using it since about 2011. The last couple of years, it has been making me itch for a few hours."