Anti-Perspirant on Scalp

[pinayprincess]

Certain Dri actually has instructions for putting it on your scalp. That was why I asked.

 

[Bella_Atl]

Certain Dri actually has instructions for putting it on your scalp. That was why I asked.

I know and I apologize. Most of the ladies here are extremely supportive and them sometimes you get a feeding frenzy. I've been on this board a year and I'm still baffled by it.

I hope the articles help and maybe you should try the medical forums and blogs. There seem to be a lot of helpful info in there. One lady says she uses Drysol on her scalp. And Secret seems to have something for the scalp to. I saw it on Secret.com. Or at least do a google search for Certain Dri reviews. And see what other people saying about the product.

Good luck princess.

 

[Je Ne Sais Quoi]

LMAO!!!@ Pook-a-loo's "location"

Sounds like a ghetto part of Hawaii

 

[~Sparklingflame~]

I read the sarcasm in the later posts but not that one, my bad.
Stranger ish has happened...Peanut butter most recently

Oh. Em.GEE!!!!!!!!

 

[Tiye]

I wouldn't do it.

But if you tried it, I don't think it would be such a horrible thing. I know some guys who use spray-on antiperspirant on their scalps, and it works for them. But they're bald. I don't know how it would work for people with hair.

Good point.

But if you have hair - not a good idea.

Don't do it then complain that your hair is dry and/or not growing when you're the one blocking the stuff that your body secretes to help moisturize it and promote growth.

 

[andromeda]

OP, I've been using certain dri (or its prescription alternative, drysol) on and off for the last 6 years or so. I use it on my underarms. I just checked my bottle and it says "for underarm use only" but I do know of cases where it's used on the hands or feet and I wouldn't be surprised if it's been indicated that it's appropriate for scalp use in some instances.

If excessive scalp sweating is an issue you're dealing with,you should do your own research on the web, as bella suggested. I would recommend that you research the active ingredient, aluminum chloride, and how it might affect one's scalp/hair specifically and the body in general. Also, find out if there are any natural alternatives. Of course, you should ultimately consult a derm before going ahead with your decision but I think it's best to do your own research first.

 

[French Rouge]

You know what it is

http://www.kakakiki.com/

Nita hipped us last night to the fact that not only can you get the unit BUT you can also buy the jam playing in the background right from that link!!!!! I have bought 5 copies already

*dead*

 

[andromeda]

http://www.sweatsolutions.org/sweatsolutions/Article.asp?ArticleCode=18867012&EditionCode=92145821

About Face! Treating Head and Face Hyperhidrosis



(September/October 2005) Do beads of sweat pour over your forehead while you're sitting at your desk? Do perspiration rivulets run down your temples during a movie? Has streaming facial sweat gotten in the way of spending time with your family? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may suffer from cranial/facial hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating of the head, scalp, or face.

According to Dr. David Pariser, chairman of the International Hyperhidrosis Society’s Board of Directors and Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia, facial sweating is a common problem and often more irritating and embarrassing than other types of sweating. Even people who sweat heavily in other areas may find that it’s their facial sweating that bothers them the most. That’s because, says Dr. Pariser, our faces are how we present ourselves to the rest of the world.

From a physician’s diagnostic standpoint, it can be difficult to find the fine line between heavy sweating as a reaction to heat, stress, or exercise and true primary hyperhidrosis of the face and scalp. But regardless of why a person’s face sweats excessively — the treatments are the same.

First, says Dr. Pariser, an assessment should be made of whether a medical condition besides hyperhidrosis, or medications, are the cause of the facial sweating. These situations should be addressed as necessary.

If the sweating is found to be independent of other medical conditions or medications, the treatment plan is similar to that of other types of excessive sweating, says Dr. Pariser. Products used on the affected skin (called topical solutions) should be tried first. These may include common over-the-counter antiperspirants containing aluminum chloride and prescription-strength antiperspirants containing aluminum chloride hexahydrate. Of course, as with other parts of the body, strong antiperspirant products can be irritating to the skin of the face, head, or scalp and so may not be a good long-term solution.

If topical solutions don’t work or are too irritating, botulinum toxin type A (Botox) injections may be recommended. Botox injections work well on the head and face, says Dr. Pariser, but the injection technique requires skill so patients should seek an experienced practitioner. A potential side effect of Botox injections in the face as a treatment for sweating is asymmetry, particularly of the forehead. This can happen if some of the Botox diffuses into the facial muscles. Such asymmetry, however, is always temporary and can, if necessary, be balanced-out by additional Botox injections.

Every once in a while, says Dr. Pariser, systemic medications (prescription medicines taken by mouth called anticholinergics) may be used to treat cranial/facial sweating. But because of their side effects, including dry mouth, blurry vision, and constipation, systemic medications aren’t a good long-term treatment. They may, however, be useful for those people who want to temporarily treat their facial sweating in order to prevent discomfort or embarrassment at an important event, such as a critical presentation at work, wedding, graduation, or dramatic performance.

If you’re living with excessive and embarrassing head, scalp, or facial sweating, isn’t it time to head off the problem? From topical products to Botox injections, there are ways to treat head and facial sweating so you can always put your best face forward. Talk to your dermatologist about how facial sweating interferes with your life and ask for help.

Apparently it's not that far-fetched. I wonder how irritating it is. I know drysol and certain dri are both irritating. OTOH, I tend to be overzealous in my application and the fact that the underarms are an area that shaved regularly and can chafe easily exacerbates irritation. Neither of these issues exists with the scalp, although that obviously comes with its own set of problems.

 

[Americka]

For scalp - Apply Certain Dri Solution evenly to the scalp. Let the alcohol evaporate, leaving a thin film on the skin. Wear a plastic shower cap to keep the medicine from being rubbed off during sleep.

Read more: http://www.drugs.com/cdi/certain-dri-solution.html#ixzz0s0UZO6w3​

Taken from: http://www.drugs.com/cdi/certain-dri-solution.html

 

[andromeda]

The kakakiki kombbrush was the one of the first products I bought on my hhj. I could hardly use it as comb/brush, as it feels like it's more suitable for a doll than a human, but it was responsible for getting me in the habit of doing scalp massages.

Between the song and "blind slave system test" I'm & :rofl3:...

 

[Curlee_lurker]

The breastmilk treatments loosen my texture and prevent scalp sweating if you ingest 2-3 glasses of wine per week.

 

[pinayprincess]

I know and I apologize. Most of the ladies here are extremely supportive and them sometimes you get a feeding frenzy. I've been on this board a year and I'm still baffled by it.

I hope the articles help and maybe you should try the medical forums and blogs. There seem to be a lot of helpful info in there. One lady says she uses Drysol on her scalp. And Secret seems to have something for the scalp to. I saw it on Secret.com. Or at least do a google search for Certain Dri reviews. And see what other people saying about the product.

Good luck princess.

Thanks so much. I appreciate your maturity. Also wanted to note that I don't have any goals with regard to length, or the condition of my hair. I also don't have a problem with excessive sweating.

 

[pookaloo83]

The kakakiki kombbrush was the one of the first products I bought on my hhj. I could hardly use it as comb/brush, as it feels like it's more suitable for a doll than a human, but it was responsible for getting me in the habit of doing scalp massages.

Between the song and "blind slave system test" I'm & :rofl3:...

I'm mad that you bought that comb. It looked cheap from the site! OMG! I'm laughing so hard right now. It looks like it should come with a cabbage patch kid.

 

[andromeda]

I'm mad that you bought that comb. It looked cheap from the site! OMG! I'm laughing so hard right now. It looks like it should come with a cabbage patch kid.

I don't know what I was thinking. The website that I bought it from had a picture up that it made it look more substantial, iirc. Usually, I'm pretty thorough in researching products but I guess I was just really excited to start on my hhj. It definitely looks like it should be an accessory for the Kenya doll or something.

 

[CherryCherryBoomBoom]

The breastmilk treatments loosen my texture and prevent scalp sweating if you ingest 2-3 glasses of wine per week.

Are you serious?

 

[LovelyNaps26]

I wouldn't do it.

But if you tried it, I don't think it would be such a horrible thing. I know some guys who use spray-on antiperspirant on their scalps, and it works for them. But they're bald. I don't know how it would work for people with hair.

i wonder if the antiperspirant helped that process along.

 

[Starronda]

I personally still wouldn't do it. Seems like it would dry your hair a bit.

 

[Neith]

Kay, I've been gone for a while.

What's this about breastmilk and peanut butter?

*goes to search*

 

[LovelyNaps26]

please explain.

The breastmilk treatments loosen my texture and prevent scalp sweating if you ingest 2-3 glasses of wine per week.

 

[Adaoba2012]

Yall are too much! I just looked at that kakakiki site and I seriously thought someone on the board made it for laughs...

But as far as OP's question goes I think you should do your own research and speak to a dermatologist to see what options you may want to consider. I'm glad you realized that these ladies were being sarcastic and did not go forth with using an anti-perspirant on your hair.

 

[Charz]

I can attribute using breast milk to my progess. Check out my siggy, amazing huh?