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June 17
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I actually think that the AI response is pretty decent. I have hyperhydrosis but have had it my entire life in hands, armpits, feet, etc not everywhere so that does seem like a very hard situation to deal with. And mine is sporadic and it seems like you might be concerned with it being more constant. I think putting it on before leaving the house is smart obviously as well as multiple forms of it. I use banana boat sport ultra spf 30 in the cool zone lightweight spray which is really refreshing and lightweight also water resistant (unfortunately not waterproof), and the matching lotion which says sports ultra and claims to have superior endurance vs. sweat and water. Just pulled it out of my purse to read it exactly. It may not be everything you need in one brand/type but it’s likely the sports dedicated spf’s will have the majority and you might have to find a different brand for another product that has whatever they might be missing. Hope that helps. For me since I just sweat in certain locations I can use the lotion on my face and the spray on my body. Maybe things that get burned the most like noses, shoulders etc- if you don’t think the sports spf is too bad of an opinion could work in those areas, of course a doctor/dermatologist would know better. I feel your frustration on reapplying and finding out something that works.

July 23
MyHyperhidrosisTeam

Finding a sunscreen that stays put with body-wide hyperhidrosis is a real challenge — especially when you need reliable protection. While there isn't a hyperhidrosis-specific sunscreen guide, here are some practical tips to help:

Look for these sunscreen types
- Water-resistant or sport formulas — these are designed to Show Full Answer

Finding a sunscreen that stays put with body-wide hyperhidrosis is a real challenge — especially when you need reliable protection. While there isn't a hyperhidrosis-specific sunscreen guide, here are some practical tips to help:

Look for these sunscreen types:
- Water-resistant or sport formulas — these are designed to stay on through sweat and water
- Mineral sunscreens (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) — these sit on top of the skin and may hold up better than chemical sunscreens when sweating heavily
- Stick or gel formulas — these tend to adhere better than lotions on sweaty skin

Application tips:
- Apply to completely dry skin before sweating starts (early morning is ideal)
- Reapply frequently — sweating will reduce effectiveness faster than usual
- Consider a setting spray over sunscreen on the face to help it stay in place Given your situation with pre-cancerous skin, it's really worth having a conversation with your dermatologist. They can recommend medical-grade or prescription options best suited to your specific skin needs alongside your hyperhidrosis management.

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