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This post is sponsored by Dermadry, but all opinions are my own.
When I first unboxed my Dermadry device, I felt a wave of both excitement and trepidation.
I’ve suffered from hyperhidrosis since I was about 10 years old, and over the past three decades, I’ve tried just about every non-surgical treatment option you can think of.
Despite my many efforts to reduce my sweating, I’ve never found a treatment option I’m fully happy with.
Some attempts have left me feeling disappointed and let down.
When I unboxed my Dermadry, I wondered what would happen. Would it work? Or would it be a bust?
Well, after 9 months of using Dermadry for my hands and underarms, I can confidently say, I’m hooked.
If you’re considering trying Dermadry, I’ve summarized 7 things I love about Dermadry, plus 2 things I don’t, in an effort to help you assess if Dermadry is right for you too.
What is Dermadry and how does it work?
Before we dive in, let’s talk for a second about what Dermadry is and how it works.
Dermadry is an FDA-cleared at-home, anti-sweat device for the hands, feet, and underarms.
Dermadry harnesses the power of iontophoresis (pronounced eye-on-toe-fo-ree-sis), which has been used safely since the 1930s to treat hyperhidrosis. For many years, iontophoresis was available only in clinical settings under medical supervision, but thanks to technological advancements, iontophoresis can now be performed using compact, user-friendly at-home devices.
Iontophoresis works by delivering a mild electrical current to the skin. This current disrupts the signal between the nerves and sweat glands, and as a result, stops sweat production in the treated area.
It’s a safe and effective way to treat hyperhidrosis, and an internal survey conducted by Dermadry found that it effectively treated 98.3% of hyperhidrosis cases.
Of course, as with any medical device, Dermady is not for everyone. You can learn more about contraindications and potential side effects on Dermadry’s website.
Ok, now that we’ve discussed what Dermadry is, let’s move on to my review of it—specifically Dermadry Total for hands, feet, and underarms.
7 things I love about Dermadry
1. Dermadry is cute to unbox and feels well made
Opening up my Dermadry Total was a fun experience. The kit comes complete with everything you need, including an instruction manual, controller, electrodes, mats, cables, and water trays which double as a case.
All of the components feel well made and solid, and the electrodes and mats are made from medical-grade materials.
Plus, as someone who appreciates aesthetics, the colours are appealing and design is thoughtful.
2. Dermadry is super easy to set up and use
Before I unboxed my Dermadry, I felt a little intimidated.
Given that the device uses a mild electrical current to do its work, I was worried that the setup would be complicated.
Boy, was I wrong.
Dermadry is incredibly user-friendly to set up and to use. The user manual contains step-by-step written and illustrated instructions, and their website contains additional information and several easy-to-follow YouTube videos.
3. Dermadry offers amazing support
It’s rare to find a company that offers its customers full support, but Dermadry is one of those companies.
If you run into any issues—whether you have questions about your device, how to use it, or specific questions about your treatments—Dermadry offers different ways of getting the answer you need.
Their instruction manual contains helpful tips throughout and a troubleshooting section. Their website contains an extensive support page. And, they have a phone number and email address listed on their website, with real people you can reach out to for help.
When I first started using my Dermadry device, I had a question about a potential contraindication, and their team answered my question promptly and effectively.
4. I find it oddly pleasant (and not painful) to use
Using Dermadry is an interesting experience. I would describe it as a tingling sensation, along with some pulsing when the device alternates the polarity of the current.
Oddly enough, I’ve come to enjoy the feeling. For me, the tingling makes me feel like something is ‘happening’. It provides me with feedback that I’m taking action to curb my sweating.
Now, I have heard of some people cranking Dermadry to its highest setting on their first use. This is not the way to do it! I repeat: do not do this! Approaching your treatment like this won’t be very comfy–and might be painful–and you will likely end up with irritated skin.
As with all things, follow the instructions for use. I’ve been doing so since day one, and I’ve never had an issue. I would even say it’s pleasant to use.
5. No pills, needles, or topical treatments
For people who want to avoid things like prescription medication, injections, or topical antiperspirants, I think Dermadry is an ideal option.
I like that you can also dial up and dial down your treatments, depending on your own personal sweating trends and wants.
For instance, I sweat less in the winter, so I use my Dermadry less. In the summer, or if I have a special event coming up, I will use my Dermadry more frequently.
6. Dermadry supports the hyperhidrosis community
Since day one, I’ve been really impressed with Dermadry’s commitment to supporting people with hyperhidrosis.
One of Dermadry’s co-founders has shared that he suffers from hyperhidrosis, and you can tell that their personal connection has informed their mission and way of doing business. This goes a long way for me.
Some of the ways I’ve seen Dermadry support the hyperhidrosis community:
- Dermadry runs a Facebook group called the Dermadry Hyperhidrosis Community with over 8,000 members.
- They support the International Hyperhidrosis Society.
- They’ve participated in many podcast interviews and hosted Live events on social media. (Check out this episode of the Empowered by Sweat Podcast for an interview with Dermadry about everything iontophoresis.)
- They’ve been proactive supporters of us here at Sweaty Girl Society since the start.
7. Best of all: Dermadry is effective!
Last but not least (and most importantly) Dermadry has worked wonders for me.
Over the past 9 months of testing it, I’ve had great results using Dermadry, and I think it’s an ideal solution for significantly reducing and managing sweating on the hands, feet, and underarms.
I would define myself as having moderate to severe hyperhidrosis. My hands used to drip with sweat, and sweat would soak through my clothes under my arms. In addition to causing social embarrassment, I found it super uncomfy. My hands would get cold and swollen, and my clothes were constantly being ruined in the armpit area.
I started noticing a reduction in sweating after only a few treatment sessions, and my sweating was reduced down to almost nothing after a few weeks.
Now, I maintain my sweat-free status by doing one treatment session per week.
Before Dermadry:
After Dermadry:
2 things I don’t love
Now that I’ve shared what I love about Dermadry, let’s look at the flip side.
I’ve gotta say—I’m grasping at straws a little here. Dermadry is pretty great IMO, and I don’t have any major complaints about it. But here are two things to be aware of.
1. It occasionally makes my skin dry
One thing I’ve noticed is that my hands can sometimes feel dry and itchy for a few minutes after I finish a session. The skin can feel a little tight and I can see some dry skin forming. This seems to happen more frequently in the winter months when the air is already dry to begin with.
To combat this, I apply hand cream after the session, and that seems to help the issue.
Another solution is to select a lower current strength for my next treatment, since irritation or dryness typically indicates I’ve gone a little too high on the settings.
2. Need to dedicate time to using it
Secondly, you do need to make time to use your Dermadry. If you don’t use it, you won’t see the results—it’s as simple as that.
At the beginning, I procrastinated a bit on using my Dermadry. I hadn’t found my flow yet.
But, once I figured out where to store my Dermadry (I store it in a cloth bag hung on the back of my bedroom door), and where to set it up (I find it’s comfiest to do a treatment at my dining room table), I’ve gotten in the rhythm of it, and now look forward to my weekly Dermadry time.
In fact, I’ve turned it into a ritual. 👇
Final verdict
My final verdict: 5 out of 5 stars for Dermadry.
The fact that it’s a) easy to use, b) involves no injections, meds, or irritating topicals, and c) is highly effective is truly a win-win-win in my books.
Not to mention, Dermadry consistently demonstrates that they care about their customers and they’re there to support them every step of their journey.
My experience with Dermadry has been nothing but positive, and I see it as an optimal treatment option that I’ll stick with for years to come.
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