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What Causes Red Itchy Spots On Palms After Using Antiperspirant On Hand?

Hey, I ve applied antiperspirant on my hands to reduce hand sweating like 3 days ago, and toda ive started to get red itchy raised spots on the palm of my hands.Is there any solution to fix this in a short term? Ive got exams coming up and i dont want this to be a distraction
Tue, 28 Jun 2016
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Hello,
Thank you for your query.
It seems that you have an allergic reaction to it.

Antiperspirants are not meant for the palms. Please use this only for your underarms.

I recommend :
- a dermatologist consult
-Steroids creams and antihistamines can help relieve the itching and redness.
-antibiotics may be necessary if any infection is present
-wash with cool water and use mild soap if necessary
-apply calamine with aloe Vera lotion to soothe skin.
If skin starts to peel, a little coconut oil massage will help.

Before using on underarms, check the antiperspirant on the inner side of your forearm, just below the elbow for any allergies. Leavening overnight to check . If normal, then you can go ahead and use it.
If there is any redness or rash /itching, do not use it. Try another brand (check those for allergies as well)

Hope this helps.
Please get back to me if you have any other questions.
Wish you good health.
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What Causes Red Itchy Spots On Palms After Using Antiperspirant On Hand?

Hello, Thank you for your query. It seems that you have an allergic reaction to it. Antiperspirants are not meant for the palms. Please use this only for your underarms. I recommend : - a dermatologist consult -Steroids creams and antihistamines can help relieve the itching and redness. -antibiotics may be necessary if any infection is present -wash with cool water and use mild soap if necessary -apply calamine with aloe Vera lotion to soothe skin. If skin starts to peel, a little coconut oil massage will help. Before using on underarms, check the antiperspirant on the inner side of your forearm, just below the elbow for any allergies. Leavening overnight to check . If normal, then you can go ahead and use it. If there is any redness or rash /itching, do not use it. Try another brand (check those for allergies as well) Hope this helps. Please get back to me if you have any other questions. Wish you good health.