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Red, sore armpits

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Icecreambythesea · 15/05/2019 19:20

Can anyone recommend a good antiperspirant for sensitive skin? I sweat quite a lot so I need to use a pretty strong one but brands like Mitchum really irritate my skin leaving me with sore armpits.

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LiliesAndChocolate · 15/05/2019 20:09

I use Nivea rolls. And I use a bar of soaps, not a liquid shower gel.
I also no longer have hair and it makes a difference

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Raera · 15/05/2019 20:13

Mitchum also made me sore.
Sure roll on blue one works for me.

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ItsAllGoingToBeFine · 15/05/2019 20:19

Does it have to be an antiperspirant? Nuud is a very good and gentle deodorant.

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ItsAllGoingToBeFine · 15/05/2019 20:20

Does it have to be an antiperspirant? Nuud is a very good and gentle deodorant.

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ItsAllGoingToBeFine · 15/05/2019 20:20

Does it have to be an antiperspirant? Nuud is a very good and gentle deodorant.

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BusterGonad · 16/05/2019 08:17

Dove for me.

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Icecreambythesea · 16/05/2019 19:43

Thank you all for your help. I will give Nivea and Dove a try to see if they agree with me. I've not come across Nuud before but it looks really interesting!

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BusterGonad · 17/05/2019 02:10

Have you tried treating your armpits with hydra cortisone or anti fungal? It could be a skin infection/or something that needs treating? When I had a fungal issue I used a crystal deodorant in black packaging from boots. I'll try to remember the name!

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Monty27 · 17/05/2019 02:30

Look at soaps especially if you shave.

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BusterGonad · 17/05/2019 02:51

This.
You dampen the crystal then swipe your freshly washed stinky bits (feet:armpits etc) with it.

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thefirstmrsdewinter · 17/05/2019 04:01

Op just in case you decide to try a 'natural' version, I got a rash like the one you describe from my favourite deodorant which contains baking soda. I instantly googled Nuud (no baking soda apparently) as I'm always looking for options.

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Icecreambythesea · 17/05/2019 21:18

@BusterGonad When I have a really bad attack I treat it with hydro cortisone for a few days until it goes away. I have dermititis and often suffer from eczema out breaks when I'm stressed.

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