RE: Deodorant Makes My Underarms Itchy
I developed this sensitivity at least 10 years ago, and found a deodorant named "Crystal." It is a salt mineral rock, and you just rub it around on your wet underarm after showering. It is perfect, and quite a bargain. One container lasts me at least 2 years, and it costs only about $6 at Rite Aid. It's in a clear plastic container with some lavender printing, etc.
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Vinegar will help, just put under arms after bath or use baking soda, good luck.
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The only deodorant that does not cause me to itch Arm & Hammer's Victory version. It has to be Victory as all of the other types cause me to itch immediately. Unfortunately, it looks like they have discontinued this type as I can no longer find it anywhere. Thanks to all the suggestions here, I am hopeful that Almay or Jason will work for me.
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I have this problem as well. The only deodorant I have ever found that does not make me itch Almay. Specifically their hypoallergenic fragrence free clear gel.
I couldn't find it recently so I tried the tom's of maine. started itching immediately. I think i am going to have to start ordering it online because stores don't always carry it.
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I'm have the same problem I going to see a doctor about it. Because i have had it twice now. Each time coming in right after i shaved and I used deodorant. The first time lasting two months. I stopped using everything. I went to changing my detergent and my soap. I wasn't even using deodorant anymore. I was at walmart and picked up some degree body responsive and it started up again. Funny thing is I remember it was the stuff I was using last time. (duh moment) I am going back to not using anything for a while.
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I read all the posts everyone was kind enough to share and was surprised to see this is more common than I had thought. In my case I had switched to a bath soap made for men by Vaseline. Apparently this was similar to others experiences. I related to the idea this was a bacterial issue rather that an allergic reaction.
So, with nothing to loose, I stopped using my regular deodorant and started applying Tinactin cream to my underarms because I knew it worked well keeping my feet free from athletes foot and also relieved jock itch. I know both of those sound gross, but those are common for guys and this stuff keeps it away. It was also kind of gross to wet my arm pits and apply a small amount of this cream after showering, but with the wet hair, it kind of foams up and spreads like lotion that dries in about 10-20 minutes.
That brought INSTANT relief from itching and after 2 weeks the redness and rash appearance cleared. I can now use my regular alcohol-fragrant deodorant without any problems. The itching is gone and if it returns, I know what works for me. I'll never use any product from Vaseline except Vaseline itself for cuts. My theory is that my regular deodorant soap killed the bacteria twice every day, and the "kinder gentler" Vaseline bath soap wasn't strong enough to do that.
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http://www.hpathy.com/diseases/candida-symptoms-treatment-cure.asp
This link leads to a possible explanation of the armpit itching and rash problem.
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I have been a faithful Crystal Deodorant/Spray user for 20+ years! The very best and healthy to use. I use to get very irritated rashes with the aluminum based deodorants and feeling clogged in my armpits and in my pores. I will never go back to using any product like that ever again. Should you have a bad rash, use a Aloe plant leaf and expel the gel on the sore area, or for the need of clinical use Neosporin or Hydracortizone on the area. Take a baking soda/oatmeal bath to help the healing process. Good luck...:)
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Elizabeth Arden has a deodorant behind the makeup counter in many department stores. It costs about $13, but you only have to use a small amount, so it lasts a long time. My itching with over-the-counter deodorants was crazy, so I tried this and no more itching. It keeps me dry and has totally stopped the itch.
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If you are just looking for a deodorant, use Bactine spray. It kills off the pit bacteria, which is the point.
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I have this same problem, but only with the "invisible solid" type. It's frustrating because gels just don't work that well and feel sticky. I even tried Tom's of Maine regular solid and that still made me itchy, but I noticed that has stearyl alcohol in it just like the invisible solids. I am thinking that ingredient may be the culprit.
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I have this same problem, but only with the "invisible solid" type. It's frustrating because gels just don't work that well and feel sticky. I even tried Tom's of Maine regular solid and that still made me itchy, but I noticed that has stearyl alcohol in it just like the invisible solids. I am thinking that ingredient may be the culprit.
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Hi!! I have had this crazy problem for as long as I can remember and just put up with it because I thought it was just going to be a way of life for me.... then I found out I am allergic to the aluminum in anti-perspirant. I immediately started looking for alternatives (but it was difficult). I tried Tom's, but ended up smelling like patchouli oil (though I stopped itching), then after much research I found Adidas with CottonTech (works great on sweat) and Arm & Hammer ESSENTIALS (my favorite). All are aluminum free and all stopped the itching for me! Hope these suggestions help!!!!
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Same under arm itch; the ape itch I call it. The reason you try so many deodorants and the itch still comes back is because it is not any of the deodorants. While your having the itch try neosporin under your arm if the itch immediately disappears, you may have tennius (like the athletes foot) a microscopic bacteria see a doctor to get the proper ointment needed. Neosporin will just alleviate the itch until you can get to the doctor.
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Hi. I have the same thing. About a 3 months ago my underarms start to itching so badly. It happened after I used the "Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal" (from Forces of Nature store) roll on for Men and Women. I switch to a DOVE powder, but they're still ITCHING anyway.
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This is driving me crazy! My itching just started a year ago. I've used so many types with the same results. Any ideas?
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I started off using secret, then I moved on to lady speed stick, then the clinical strength. Now I'm on dove cool essentials and boy, do I still have that itching and burning feeling! Help anyone!
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Caladryl temporarily helps at night before bed, and works a good while at nighttime. Then use in the morning, afternoon and evening. I may try the secret thing, but don't tell anyone! jk.
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My under arm itch stated only after I tried sample of dove and switched back.
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Hi, I'm Debbie and I started this thread. I get some itching every now and then but nothing like I was having. Sometimes if I don't have to go out anywhere, I just wash my underarms good and go w/o deod. just to give them a rest from it. I switch off deodorants and found that an unscented one made me itch right away so it makes me wonder then if it's some chemical that does it. Greg, I like your idea of putting the Cortizone 10 cream and perhaps I'll give that a try. I've also used plain baking soda and had good results.
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I wonder if they changed the formula for deodorants. Maybe some chemical was band by the government. A year ago, literally over night, I started having itching problems. I tried different deodorants, scented, non-scented, woman's deodorant and so on. The only thing that's worked for me is applying a little dab of Cortizone 10 cream on before applying the deodorant. I haven't had the problem since.
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I never had the itchy under arm problem, until I started using the dove go fresh deodorant. Now I itch all the time.
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Wow. It is so good to know this is happening to other people. My underarms started doing this a few years ago. I was getting huge lumps under my arms. I thought I had cancer or something and it was just from my deodorant, which I had been using for years, Secret.
I switched to Dove and it worked for a while but didn't work well on odor so I switched to Degree. I have been using that a few years and recently, for a bout 2 months it is happening again but with ANY deodorant I have tried. I think I will try to find something without aluminum and hopefully it will work for me too! I am miserable!
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I had the same rash/itch problem many of you describe above. I tried all kinds of natural products, but they caused the same issues.
One day out of frustration I tried my wife's Secret (definitely unscented), and I have never had an issue since. I'll admit to feeling a bit odd buying a woman's deodorant, but that's no real issue. Sure beats the annoying problem I had before.
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I had the same problem and boy was it awful and embarassing. I went to my Dr she said i had a yeast infection gave a an ointment so i used it for a good week and everything cleared up. Started using my Deorderant again and It came back. so i am guessing its my Deorderant. Gonna try the BAking Soda thing since i don't really sweat. Man its annoying.
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I've noticed that products that have "perfume" in the ingredients has caused me to rash, but other products without it do not.
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I use girls deodorant. It's strong and it doesn't cause itchiness or rashes plus nothing beats smelling like a fresh field of raspberries.
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By Stephanie (Guest Post)
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My armpitts have been really itchy lately too, About a year maybe less than that I switched to the new Secret Clinical Stength deodorant for two reasons: first because i need something that is strong because I cause a very powerful odor if i dont use a strong deoderant and secondly because most deoderants have stained the armpits of my clothes because they evently "bleach" them.
Does anyone have any suggestions on what deoderants work best for someone who needs a strong deoderant as well as something that wont stain my clothes?
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I thought I was all alone I switched from a gel that I have been using for years to a solid and its causing my underarms to become so itchy that I look like a ape or something cuz I'm forever scratching and today I notice a little blotch like a rash so I think I need to go back to the gels. Blah what a waste. lol
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I have use 3 different deodorants in the last year in all of the give me the same thing an itchy felling. And They don't last long. I take a bath daily and wash my close daily. I am still having the problem. What do I do? Sometime I have to stay away from people because they think I stink. Please help quick. (
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By anonymous (Guest Post)
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My underarms always got itchy after using deodorants.,but this was because i used the soapy ones. After a couple of years, I finally found something that works without ANY irritation or anything. I started using the GEL deodorant NOT the soap! I don't know whats the difference in the content of the two, but I defiantly think the Gel is more skin friendly since I don't get itchy at all anymore:) try the gel deodorant from Secret. It has really nice smells, and it hasn't caused any problems for me.
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Tom's of Maine does the same thing. Probably b/c it has propylene glycol. bummer
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I have the same problem and I cannot get rid of it. I recently changed my soap thinking that was it. I have to excuse myself from my desk at work and go to the bathroom to itch, it's embarassing!! I just switched to the Dove Sensitive skin, hopefully that will get rid of it, if not I am definately going to try that Jason's Apricot stuff! Thanks for all the answers!
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I never had a problem with underarm roll-ons before. This past week I bought "Speed Stick" Antiperspirant/Deodorant.
I am now sitting here with underarms, that look like I was rubbing Poison Ivy and itching the hell out of them. I have a red bumpy rash that is very itchy. Does anyone know how long this rash will last?
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My husband had an underarm rash after he started using a heavily scented deodorant. He wouldn't believe me when I told him it looked like a contact allergy - but the doctor said the same thing! He switched deodorants and hasn't had a problem since.
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I had this problem and was in Denmark when someone said the classic "Use one without alcohol in". I did and it cleared up immediately. Now I find I can use some sensitive deodorants but not most of them. It's a case of trial and error. Just because they cost a lot doesn't mean to say they won't react with your skin. But if all else fails try the expensive ones.
I don't know where you are but I'm currently using a tesco sensitive spray deo (60p a can which is fab price). Also found Mum non alcohol roll on good as well or some of the vegan ones.
Hope that helps
Jo
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It could be the scents that they add to it. Some are sensitive because of the chemical compositions. My mom taught me a trick in high school related to shaving (and it worked for me!) Apply a thin layer of Neosporin immediately after shaving. This will heal the knicks and kill the odor causing bacteria. I don't have a problem with perspiration, so the deoderant aspect is all I need. The Talc may be a problem too. If you get "wet" powder some cornstarch on (very lightly, that stuff gets up your nose quick!) but for regular days some Neo may be all you need.
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I don't think it's the aluminum.
I have broken out from every kind of antiperspirant/deodorant. Including the crystal, Dove and Tom's of maine.
I was in Europe two summers ago and my friend gave me several spray cans of Balea Sensitive Deo Spray. Great stuff!!! Not available here. It had aluminium in it and not much else. I may have to order Nivea sensitive spray but first I'll see if I can find Almay or Jason at the local drugstore.
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I am the one who started this thread and thanks to whoever posted about the Jason Apricot stick. I've been using that now for around a month and happy to say, no more itching. My underarms are not red and the Jason works too....so I am delighted! I found it at a nearby health food store and wasn't expensive either, just $4 for a goodly amount that will last a long time. It is such a relief not to itch anymore!
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when itch is bad i put on some plain moisturiser like sorbolene then the deodorant... it seems to help and the deodorant seems to still work
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Thanks to all of your helpful posts - especially from Kathykl (16). I tried Jason Apricot Deodorant Stick, and it worked like a charm. It only took a few days for the itching to go away, and it hasn't been back in the month since I started using it. It took a couple of weeks for my body to get used to no anti-perspirent, but now I'm fine.
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Thanks to all of your helpful posts - especially from Kathykl (16). I tried Jason Apricot Deodorant Stick, and it worked like a charm. It only took a few days for the itching to go away, and it hasn't been back in the month since I started using it. It took a couple of weeks for my body to get used to no anti-perspirent, but now I'm fine.
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For the most part, I have rid myself of this problem....finally. I bought some of that crystal deodorant from Wal-Mart. It is like a deodorant stone but in a roll-on form. I use that most of the time altho I don't think it works quite as well or for as long but I don't itch with it. I try to keep my underarms as clean as possible and also I use Dove stick from time to time. I have felt itchy just a few times and nothing major.
I really don't know what the cause was if it was an allergic reaction or my armpits were getting dried out. I didn't see a Dr about it but just experimented and seem to have solved the problem.
Debbie52
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I'd ran out of my favorite deodorant and started using one that my hubby had gotten for me. It made my underarms itch, too. I deodorant I really like is Mitchum Unscented Clear Gel deodorant. I think it's a man's deodorant, works good, especially in the desert heat.
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My husband had the same problem - & it turned out it was a new heavily scented deordorant - He switched & no problem - You are having some sort of allergic reaction - cortisone/antihistimine cream will help to dry up irritation - but you have to experiment until you get to the cause -
Also - when you skin is healing from an irritation it is very dry and sensitive & may have a counter-irritation . You have to treat that by being a gentle with it as possible & treating the dryness. Aveno/oatmeal products help + gentle moisturizing.
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I agree with "kidsNclutter". Soda really works. Wet your underarm slightly. Have small glass of baking soda handy. Wet your fingertips -- stick it in the soda -- then rub the soda into the armpit. It's cheap, and totally harmless to your skin; and you don't have to worry about aluminum.
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My husband has had the same type of problem and recently started using the deodorant from Tom's of Maine. It probably isn't the most thrifty item in our med cabinet, but if it does the trick it is worth it. They have a website and we can buy it at our local Giant grocery store.
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I find it helpful to have 2-3 brands of deodorant and rotate among them, constantly. Also, I find that using an electric shaver on my underarms does not cause as much irritation.
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Thanks again to all those who took the time to answer my post. I appreciate it! I didn't know Sure contained something different and it's definitely worth a try. I have been giving my underarms a rest right now. Yesterday I only washed them and then put some talcum powder on them....that seemed to work fine and I haven't felt itchy now for atleast a day.
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I know what you mean, I had the same problem, I an allergic to the aluminum chlorhidrate(spelling?) but if you switch to aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrex, you should be able to wear it. I use Sure, by Proctor and Gamble now, because it has those ingredients. I also find if I shave, I want to do it at night and wait untill morning to add any deodrant. Hope this helps.
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My son had a similar problem--his doctor said it was most likely due to a sensitivity to the aluminum in the deoderant. Try a brand that does not list this as an ingredient and see if it helps! pat from Mi
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Be aware of when you shave your underarms relative to when you apply deodorant. Shaving can break the skin, thus making it even more sensitive.
Use Dial soap as a deodorant soap. If you wash every day, you may not need deodorant. If you shower in the morning, give your under arms a sponge bath at bedtime. If you shower in the evening, take the sponge bath in the morning.
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go to www.bodycrystal.com and order one. They are wonderful and last forever. There are no chemicals, no perfumes and no aluminum. It's probably the safest thing out there for deoderant. Your skin must be wet to use it or just wet the stone.
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Have heard that plain baking soda, applied to underarms w/ a powder puff is useful as a deodorant.
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Thanks so far for the info. I wouldn't say I have the itchy "pitts" all the time. It comes & goes and has over time. When I switched to a deodorant stone it seemed to help but in time I think I got itchy from that also, altho it's hard to remember. Also the stone didn't seem to work as well for odor. I am thinking of taking a break tho from the kind of deod I am using which is a stick. Perhaps I could just get by using a deodorant soap and then rewash my underarms if I feel it is needed. I think giving the armpits a rest from it would be good and then I can try again. I think I've tried that Dove for sensitive skin and it still did it. Probably I have a sensitivity to that aluminum whatever product that is in these products.
Thanks for the input everyone!
Debbie
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By Patricia Morrison (Guest Post)
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I had the same problem. My dermatologist said I was allergic and that I should use an unscented deodorant for sensitive skin (such as Dove unscented). I no longer have a problem. Good Luck.
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I also had this happen. I agree with Kathykl, stop using it right away. I am now able to use Dove for sensitive skin. So far, this is working for me.
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try using an all natural crystal rollon. You can get it very reasonable at Wal Mart. Someone in my family had this problem.
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You are mostly likely allergic to your deodorant. STOP USING IT RIGHT AWAY!
I speak from experience. I became allergic to my deodorant and got cysts and rednesses and allergies and couldn't wear deodorant for several months, which was a real drag. If you go to a health food store, you can find deodorants that have no aluminum in them and are actual deodorants, not anti-perspirants. You may have to try several before you find one that works for you, but itching is your body saying that something is very wrong.
Just checked what I'm using: It's the Jason Apricot Deodorant Stick. I like it a lot. Another thing I do is take a shower in the evening and wash away the old deodorant and not put new stuff on until the morning. You want to give your skin as much breathing time as possible.
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Could it be because the deodorant is drying your skin? I wonder if it would help if you could find someting with a moisturizer in it--maybe Dove?
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