Can I shave before using aluminium chloride hexahydrate?

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

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Do not shave or use hair-removal products on treated armpits within 12 hours before or after application.

Anhydrol Forte 20% w/v Cutaneous Solutionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 7

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aluminium chloride hexahydrate · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 18 August 2026Reviewed 18 August 2026

The answer

Do not shave or use hair-removal products on treated armpits within 12 hours before or after application.

Anhydrol Forte 20% w/v Cutaneous Solutionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 7

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