Adverse reaction from topicals?

ndiguy

ndiguy

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I've utilized two different topical fat burners, about a year apart from one another, and both times I've experienced a rash like effect on my midsection after a couple weeks of usage. It includes little bumps that become extremely irritated/itchy. They do subside as I discontinue usage of said topicals.

I am exfoliating properly while showering, so cleanliness isn't an issue. I have never experienced an issue like this when not utilizing topicals, so it's pretty isolated. I know the first ingredient in these products are a type of alcohol, which can be very drying.. I just can't make sense of the rash/bumps that occur.

I know the simple answer is to avoid such product, if my body doesn't agree with them, but I'm still curious as to what could be going on. Any thoughts/info would be much appreciated!
 
ndiguy said:
I've utilized two different topical fat burners, about a year apart from one another, and both times I've experienced a rash like effect on my midsection after a couple weeks of usage. It includes little bumps that become extremely irritated/itchy. They do subside as I discontinue usage of said topicals.

I am exfoliating properly while showering, so cleanliness isn't an issue. I have never experienced an issue like this when not utilizing topicals, so it's pretty isolated. I know the first ingredient in these products are a type of alcohol, which can be very drying.. I just can't make sense of the rash/bumps that occur.

I know the simple answer is to avoid such product, if my body doesn't agree with them, but I'm still curious as to what could be going on. Any thoughts/info would be much appreciated!
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I have experienced the same problem from certain batches of Evomuse topicals. I find it help a bunch to use a good quality moisturizing lotion in between applications, this helps to keep the dry irritated skin reaction at bay for awhile. I've found that I often need to take a few days off from time to time when my skin becomes irritated to let things calm down before starting up again. There have been a few batches of his topical fat burners I haven't been able to tolerate at all, there seems to be a bit of variability from batch to batch on the composition of these.
 
max silver said:
I have experienced the same problem from certain batches of Evomuse topicals. I find it help a bunch to use a good quality moisturizing lotion in between applications, this helps to keep the dry irritated skin reaction at bay for awhile. I've found that I often need to take a few days off from time to time when my skin becomes irritated to let things calm down before starting up again. There have been a few batches of his topical fat burners I haven't been able to tolerate at all, there seems to be a bit of variability from batch to batch on the composition of these.
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Thanks for the response.

The first time this happened, it was with Evomuse Supernova. Another formula that seemed really great, but after a couple weeks my midsection was in rough shape. The irritation got bad enough, I thought I was covered in bug bites. Had me paranoid to sleep in my bed, for a few days. haha
 
ndiguy said:
Currently using Ab-Solved. I really like the stuff, so it's a shame my skin doesn't tolerate it well.
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I've gone through about 8 bottles of that stuff. Occasionally have that issue that you've suggested but a moisturizer solves (no pun intended) that problem for me. I use the Aveeno brand for a moisturizer and it does the charm. Just apply like an hour or so after you apply the topical, at least that's what works for me.
 
Want to clarify that I fully acknowledge the issue is how my application site is responding to the product... not the product itself.
BigGame84 said:
I've gone through about 8 bottles of that stuff. Occasionally have that issue that you've suggested but a moisturizer solves (no pun intended) that problem for me. I use the Aveeno brand for a moisturizer and it does the charm. Just apply like an hour or so after you apply the topical, at least that's what works for me.
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I will absolutely pick up a moisturizing lotion and see if it helps. I've enjoyed Ab-Solved enough so far that I really don't want to discontinue usage. Thanks for the info
 
ndiguy said:
I've utilized two different topical fat burners, about a year apart from one another, and both times I've experienced a rash like effect on my midsection after a couple weeks of usage. It includes little bumps that become extremely irritated/itchy. They do subside as I discontinue usage of said topicals.

I am exfoliating properly while showering, so cleanliness isn't an issue. I have never experienced an issue like this when not utilizing topicals, so it's pretty isolated. I know the first ingredient in these products are a type of alcohol, which can be very drying.. I just can't make sense of the rash/bumps that occur.

I know the simple answer is to avoid such product, if my body doesn't agree with them, but I'm still curious as to what could be going on. Any thoughts/info would be much appreciated!
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Are the bumps around hair follicles? My guess would be the alcohol or one of the carrier ingredients could be drying the area out and causing a raised reaction around hair follicles, which can be very sensitive. Some people find that a moisturizer may help. Others find that its best to not apply the topical when the skin would be in a very sensitive state, like after a shower for example.
 
ndiguy said:
Want to clarify that I fully acknowledge the issue is how my application site is responding to the product... not the product itself.

I will absolutely pick up a moisturizing lotion and see if it helps. I've enjoyed Ab-Solved enough so far that I really don't want to discontinue usage. Thanks for the info
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I'm glad to hear that you're enjoying the product. I'm starting it within the next week myself and have super sensitive skin so I'll definitely let you know too if I experience any issues. Hopefully the moisturizer will allow you to be able to continue to use it.
 
sns8778 said:
Are the bumps around hair follicles? My guess would be the alcohol or one of the carrier ingredients could be drying the area out and causing a raised reaction around hair follicles, which can be very sensitive. Some people find that a moisturizer may help. Others find that its best to not apply the topical when the skin would be in a very sensitive state, like after a shower for example.
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They are, I think you're onto something! Would make sense why the bumps look like little irritated ingrown hairs.

I will try to moisturize better & also not apply it immedietly after the shower, hopefully that will help!
 
ndiguy said:
They are, I think you're onto something! Would make sense why the bumps look like little irritated ingrown hairs.

I will try to moisturize better & also not apply it immedietly after the shower, hopefully that will help!
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I hope that helps. I've found for me over the years that my skin is so sensitive that I don't apply topicals for probably an hour or so after I shower. I know in theory, that's a good time to but my skin personally disagrees haha.
 
sns8778 said:
I hope that helps. I've found for me over the years that my skin is so sensitive that I don't apply topicals for probably an hour or so after I shower. I know in theory, that's a good time to but my skin personally disagrees haha.
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haha makes total sense. Thanks brother!
 
Yeah, it is generally from dryness. Use a good moisturizer for sure.
 
As mentioned, with topicals, my biggest issue is just dry skin

Try to brush your skin before you shower and use a moisturizer a few hours after
 
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