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I get pit stains. I shower daily and use strong deodorant.

Yet, I have stains before second period. Help!

As if you don’t have enough to worry about in puberty, right? Excessive sweating is called hyperhidrosis. According to guidelines from the International Hyperhidrosis Society, you know you have it if your sweating is embarrassing, depressing or prevents you from doing things.

“Most people don’t even tell their best friends,” says Dr. Doris Day, spokesperson for the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery and a dermasurgeon in New York City. She recommends an over-the-counter product containing a deodorant and antiperspirant (try Certain Dri, drugstore.com). If that doesn’t work, a dermo can help you with this problem.

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BY CAITLIN R. ON 10/21/2009 7:00:00 AM 82 COMMENTS

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hey mod!!!!!!

I'm fifteen years old and lately I have noticed that when I wear skinny jeans, my formal dress for choir, and athletic shorts or pants I see some crease lines from my underwear and it is really embarrassing. I talked to my friend about it and she told me that her mom let her buy a few thongs to wear with those clothes. I thought that it was a great idea, but my parents think that thongs are trashy. They would immediately say no if I asked them and would then ask me if I was having sex (which i am not). How can I convince them that they should let me wear a thong with anything that shows crease lines?

hey girl! You can try talking to your mom first, and letting her know that you want a few just because of the lines. Explain to her that no one else is going to be seeing it, and you're not going to be getting crazy, provocative looking ones. You'll just be getting simple, plain ones to prevent those unwanted underwear lines. If you can convince her, chances are, it'll be a lot easier to get dad's permission. best, Kristen <3

Kristen Y.

zacefrongirl on 11/15/2009 6:29:50 PM

MODMOD!
i have that same problem, except i can't seem to find a strong enough deodarant. what do you reccomend????
also, im 15 and all my friends have gotten thier periods and i haven't is there anything wrong???
thanks!

There's nothing wrong. For both your probs, I'd talk to your doctor. He or she is an expert and will point you in the right direction. Ask your mom to set up an appointment and you'll get this squared away ASAP. Best,

Miliana B.

skyerin on 11/8/2009 9:54:04 AM

MOD i have a weird problem. I haven't had my period yet, but my boobs started developing about 3 years ago. I've had ... hair ... for about two years. but no pit hair. i don't get it. is it one of those weird things that everyoen's liek "oh, everyone grows up at different rates!" or is it more of a disordr type of thing?

Hey chicky, you don't have anything to worry about. The body develops in small steps, so everything doesn't come in at the different times. Just remember things will happen when they are supposed to.

Lynae P.

m&msgrl6 on 11/6/2009 9:43:59 PM

Mod Mod Mod! my best friend and i just told each other who we like. turns out we like the same guy. i really really like him and i've went out w. him before. i know he likes me and another girl because he told me. i just told him i liked him right before i got off the school bus. if he asks me out what do i say? i dont want my bff to get hurt, but ill get hurt if i say no. ive liked him for a long time alrdy. he always flirts with me, not my bff. ever since we found out we like the same guy, it feels like theres some competition between us. like whenever he is around, she always like makes jokes. and says stuff to me like oh, its just our inside joke. u wont get it. she keeps trying, but he only likes her as a friend. what do i do? i dont us to fall apart just cuz of a guy.

Hey gal, you have to decide if this guy is worth risking your friendship. Would you rather have a boyfriend or a bestfriend? And if you do decide to date this guy, how would that make your friend feel? How would you feel if your friend did that to you? Once you figure out the answers to these questions, you'll know what to do. Just remeber to follow your heart and use your head.

Lynae P.

rawrxoxo on 11/6/2009 9:10:29 PM

mod
i have sweating issues 2 but i notice it is only when i wear certain shirts i avoid wearing them but when my mom ask i say i just 4got bout them and wore the pants i like 3 wear with them the other day she says ok and we move on is that i guess normal i mean only sweating with certain shirts ?

Hey babe,

Yep, that's totally normal. different fabrics let air flow more or less which can cause you to sweat more if your skin can't breathe.

xoxo Allie

Allie S.

bridoll on 11/6/2009 6:13:36 PM

if you have pitstain problems all you have to do is bring a wet rag an dedorent to school an before second period put a wet rag on your pit wipe the pits real good an put deoderent on.

rwims01 on 10/30/2009 9:25:28 AM

If your deodorent isn't your type go ask your doc and see what he/she suggests!

askme923 on 10/28/2009 4:17:13 PM

this happens to me too

bluemily on 10/27/2009 8:02:44 PM

MOD MOD MOD hey, i really like this guy and i have for a couple of weeks, but so does my friend. this girl is new, and she knows that i liked the guy for a few months last year, but im too scared to tell her that i like him again because i dont want her to get mad. i mean, i know the girl rule, but its kind of hard to just forget my feelings for him, you know? please give me some advice! thanks a bunch!

Hey girl! Just take it day by day and see what happens. You don't have to tell her right away but if anything happens it might be cool to let her know!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

pinkblink586 on 10/27/2009 7:45:00 PM

mod im getting really creeped out! last year there was this guy who hated me. now this year every single guy says im nice now i think 3 guys that hated me last year like me what do i do!

Hey girl! Hm..just take it day by day. If it's not a big deal, don't make it one!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

dolcecupcakes on 10/27/2009 7:12:35 PM

mod i am 54 inches and im 75 pounds and im 10 am i fat?

Hey girl! You sound great to me!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

dolcecupcakes on 10/27/2009 6:20:13 PM

The Certain Dri works really well... it's like $5 and lasts a SUPER long time.

fuzzylumpkins666 on 10/27/2009 5:57:27 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD How do I loose like 5 lbs. in 1 week?

Hey girl! That's a lot of weight to lose so quickly. Just try exercising every day and eating right. You drop some weight and tone up in no time!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

Smileygirl86 on 10/27/2009 5:09:37 PM

1. Say your name 10 times.
2. Say your mom's name 5 times.
3. Say your crush's name 3 times.
4. Paste this to 4 other quizzes. If you do this, your crush will kiss you on the nearest Friday, but if you read this and do not paste this, then you will have very bad luck! SEND THIS TO 5 QUIZZES IN 143 MINUTES. WHEN YOU'RE DONE PRESS F6 AND YOUR CRUSH'S NAME WILL APPEAR IN BIG LETTERS ON THE SCREEN. THIS IS SO FREAKY BECAUSE IT ACTUALLY WORKS

daffyduck324 on 10/27/2009 2:30:50 PM

MOD MOD MOD i have a real bad prob with sweating. my underarms feet and hands sweat. i have to wash my hands every min. and sometimes when its real bad hold a towel. i have a real hard time holding a pen! my mom says that there is a surgery that i can take but it has some side effects like not sweating at all. some sweating is good! i am also too young. how can i stop sweating everywhere!

Hey girl! You should talk to a doc about your specific sitch. They will be able to tell you some different things to try to that might help stop the sweat!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

rox_ur_sox on 10/27/2009 12:36:29 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!! I can't figure out how to get a question to get posted on the sight. So... My hair is really dull, and flat. It kinda runs in the family. I wash it every one or two days, but it always seems really dirty, even right after it dries. Are their any shampoos that can help me out? Also, how do I know when a Mod responds to my comment?

thanks

Hey girl! You can try Head and Shoulders or a Pantene formula. Play around with some different ones and see what works best for you! And, hopefully, you just return to where you posted this question. That's how you find out our response!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

pianino4ever on 10/27/2009 8:41:21 AM

I have that problem but it stinks and stays on mycloths any ideas!!!!

leslied335 on 10/26/2009 10:20:28 PM

I totally have that problem too!
i just started my period like, three month ago and it has started to calm down,
i still get sweaty when i am blushing but it is all good!
i dont think it is hyperhydosis but it is pretty bad.

Glitter Bug on 10/26/2009 9:12:55 PM

me 2 i get some of my dresses at tj max, rue21, AND SOMTIMES SEARS HAS CUTE 1's. 2 go wit tht black outfit som necklaces cool earings bright hightops scarves anything colorful. wit ur friend i think drop hints like man ur shirt is soooo cute on u or u look good 2day in tht shirt. but if tht doesnt wrk just try 2 talk 2 her bout it

i_rock_pink22 on 10/26/2009 5:08:46 PM

i have that same prob!! its sooooo embarrasing!!!

lcgs2007 on 10/26/2009 1:51:54 PM

i used to have the same problem its so embarassing i feel for you. now my hands get really really sweaty MOD or any girls (comment on my profile) with any suggestions

swimmerxox on 10/25/2009 5:13:12 PM

i used to have the same problem but i switched my deodarant and i dont get them as much anymore

jessyjess on 10/25/2009 3:07:12 PM

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*Club Savvy* on 10/25/2009 2:17:27 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD ok i have stretch marks and the doctor says its becaue i'm 20 pounds overweight. How do i get rid of the stretch marks and how do i lose 20 pounds so i'm fit and healthy? i eat alll the time....even when i'm not hungry! MDO MDO MDO MDO MOD

Hey girly, there are skin creams and lotions that help reduce the look of stretch marks, but you should ask your doctor what to do. Your doctor knows your bod best and you don't want to put on anything that will irritate your skin. Twenty pounds is a lot to loose, so you want to take your time while loosing it. Start off by eating more healthy. Try fruits, veggies and nuts. Slurp on water, natural fruit juice and homemade smoothies. Then start exercising. Set aside two to three days per week for you to work out. You can do jumping jacks, sit ups, lunges or anything that gets you pumping. If you keep these healthy habits up, you'll start to notice some changes. Good luck girl!

Lynae P.

farmgirl618 on 10/25/2009 1:30:51 PM

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Glamno5 on 10/25/2009 12:25:53 PM

i hate thoes evil things > once i was wearing a dark green thermsl t and i raised up my arms and now this guy i hate calls me pit stains, so i call hin hag stain and his other nikname is sissy #2

coolcutie on 10/25/2009 12:23:48 AM

hey thats my problem too!

bluemily on 10/24/2009 5:44:07 PM

i have the same problem!

selemi5598 on 10/24/2009 2:21:22 PM

*****MODS********* my ex bf is like in love with me...i dont like him and i dont wanna date him just to make him feel good...theres this other guy that ive dated b4...hes a player but ive dated him twice...he asked me out again..theres just something about him that i just cant resist..if i dat ehim my ex will hate me...idk what to do..pleze help me!!! thanks!!!!!!!!!!!

Hey girl! Hmm...you should do what you feel is right. Def don't date your ex just because you feel bad for him. You can try talking to him and telling him you love him as a friend. Try scoping around for some other cuties and getting to know them a little!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

VampireChic_12 on 10/24/2009 12:59:19 PM

***MOD*** When will the winners be posted for this weeks giveaways? Thanks! :o)

Hey girl, they should be posted sometime next week, so keep checking back!

Lynae P.

sodapoprocker on 10/23/2009 9:18:09 PM

hey girlies! if you need help with anything check out the advice section of my profile and leave me a comment! i have a lot of experience giving advice and would be happy to help! talk to you soon!
~ellie~

hugatree95 on 10/23/2009 6:44:57 PM

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My complexion looks bad on my face, there are a lot of brown spots that kinda look like freckles but they're not! How do I get rid of the brown spots??

Hey girlie,

Try using an exfoliating face wash on a regular basis. Also, make sure that you are wearing sunblock on a regular basis to avoid additional brown spots.

xoxo Keltie

Keltie E.

MissElenius on 10/23/2009 5:40:23 PM

Mod-
so i went to my crush-friend's soccer game today, and i relized i really like him. he has a gf at another school, but he always flirts with me way to much. He's sending me weird signAls! And he singles me out from others and talks to me none stop. He also picks on me and gives me compliments. Any ideas on what he's doing?

Hey babe, since he has a gf there's not really much you can do right now. Just wait and see what happens with their relationship until you make any moves. For now, just enjoy spending time with your bffs!

katelin s.

Treehugger74 on 10/23/2009 12:28:56 AM

MOD MOD MOD
Uh okay, so my question is... How can I get to sleep faster? I can't ever get to sleep until like 2:00 or 3:00 in the mornings.. It's affecting my routine to where I can't even get ready in the mornings anymore.. I feel like an insomniac.. I don't drink caffiene during the nights so what is it??
Thankssss a bunch

-Sarah

Hey babe, I'm not sure what's going on if you're not drinking caffeine. Try drinking warm milk and listening to slow music on your iPod to help you fall asleep, or read a book in bed to doze off. If this doesn't work, talk to your doc.

katelin s.

[xganzxalleinx] on 10/23/2009 12:12:26 AM

pit stains are awful. but i used to get them really bad but lately they've been better. Also, some tips are to 1. wear dark colors or white. pit stains don't show up as well on them. most stores have really cute white t-shirts with designs on them. 2. i like degree clinical strength. put it on before you go to bed and then it works really well the next day. reapply if yo uhave a sport or gym class

~i hope it helps because i know how awful pit stains can be, and it's a killer when you're trying to pick out shirts. but hang in there, cuz there are ways to make it better.

~Molly ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
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Club Beauty on 10/22/2009 9:09:21 PM

This happens to me, and its embarrasing. Hopefully no one sees it.

JONAS! on 10/22/2009 7:56:06 PM

MODMODMODMOD!!!
ok 2 things
1) how are all you mods? i hope your all well!
2) im a MAJOR tomyoby and it doesnt bother me very much and i feel really awsome at home but then when i go to a store i suddenly shrink up! im scared of looking at anyone and i suddenly begin blabbing to my mom when i pass people! also is it bad being a tomboy? cuz i sometimes i think that if ur not a girly girl then your not gonna get accepted by other people

MODMODMOD!!!

Hey girl, I'm not doing too well, but thanks for the good wishes. As for 2, it's not bad being a tomboy at all. It's what makes you unique and people should take you because of your wonderful personality, not your label. Be confident and true to yourself. You'll have friends who like you for you in the end, and they're the friends worth having and keeping.

xoxo

Alyssa B.

happykid on 10/22/2009 7:32:03 PM

hey that really sucks, that happend to me once but it went away after a while.

Kristin95 on 10/22/2009 6:59:20 PM

MOD*****
what r some ways to rock a pony??? cuz im in a lot of sports(soccer basketball track) and i have my hair up alot! but i look like a guy when i do that! what r some tips? my hair is about shoulder length and i have side bangs.
thx
busbooustink

Hey girl, try putting your hair in pigtails for a cuter 'do or going for a low side ponytail. Both are sophisticated ways to update the look. On the field though? Wear your ponytail high and proud. It's about the game, and you don't want your hair getting in the way!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

busbooustink on 10/22/2009 6:04:36 PM

i always get sweat stains when i wear light coloured shirts like grey mostly. i only get them when i have been wearing layers like a sweater.

i just blow dry them lol! in school!

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soccer babe <3 on 10/22/2009 4:49:08 PM

Mod Mod Mod!!! My friend who has a boyfriend just told me that she likes another guy but LOVES her boyfriend. Her boyfriend knows that she likes another guy but he doesn't want to break up. I'm afraid that the relationship wont last and there will be hurt feelings. Please help!

Hey girlie,

As much as you want to be involved in this, it's mostly an issue that your friend and her boyfriend should work out on their own.

Megan P.

Megan P.

iluvlizzie on 10/22/2009 2:49:32 PM

MOD MOD MOD! Okay. I was just lying on the couch, eating gummies. Then I went to the bathroom and weighed myself; I lost 3 pounds! Now I'm probably going to get it back from the gummies, and I can't burn it off because I'm sick

Hey girlie,

How often are you weighing yourself? It's not very healthy for you to be weighing yourself every day. Don't worry about the gummy bears, they won't make a difference! But try to eat only healthy foods when you're sick.

Megan P.

Megan P.

SaySay! on 10/22/2009 2:21:24 PM

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOd MOD MOD MOD MOD!

I have the chicken pox and I'm SUPER itchy. I have calamine lotion but i'm super itchy on my back tho, What else can I do? Thnx!

Smile_if_U-want on 10/22/2009 12:46:13 PM

*******MOD MOD MOD MOD******* MOD,THIS IS REAL SERIOUS! OK,IM IN 8TH GRADE,AND THE ONLY THING IM THINKING IS MY FUTURE! I WANT TO JOIN THE FIELD OF ARTS BUT MY BFF IS LIKE,"WHAT ALL R U GONNA DO BY JOINING ARTS?WHAT WILL U TELL PPL? U JOINED ARTS?" I REALLY WANT TO GET INTO FASHION SCHOOL, BUT MY FAMILY BACKGROUND IS LIKE OF BUISNESSMEN , AND MY MOM WANTS ME TO BE AN ARCHITECT! GROSS! ITS NOT THAT THEY WILL REFUSE IF I SAY I WANNA JOIN FASHION, AND I HAVE BEEN RESEARCHING ON THE NET ,AND I FOUND MANY INSTITUTES,I EVEN SENT THEM MAILS ASKING ABOUT THEIR FEES,AND HOW MUCH PERCENTAGE U REQUIRE AND STUFF LIKE THAT (MY 'RENTS DONT KNOW BOUT IT).IM SO WORRIED MOD! HELP ME PLS. AND WHAT IF I DONT MAKE IT? SRY FOR THE LENGTH BUT PLS ANSWER ASAP!

Hey girl! Just go for it! You have so much time to worry about it though, so try not to stress too much. Focus on your dream and do everything in your power to do it. It doesn't matter what anyone else thinks!

-Taeler

Taeler L.

preppyami on 10/22/2009 6:13:14 AM

I just wear tank tops practically all the time! Or shirts that don't show sweat. Just remember it is good to sweat, so don't stop it all unless you have to.

GymnastDancer on 10/22/2009 1:43:06 AM

~~~mod~~~mod~~~mod~~~
Hi, so im 13 yrs old and I noe that u get pimples when u go through puberty but it seems like ive had pimples for eva. Ive tried everything proactive, skin id, clearasil ect... but none of them have worked. ive also tried going to the dermatolagest and he gave me stuff that doesnt work. My friends (who r also going through pubery and have their periods) dont have any pimples. Whats with that??? I feel like im the only one!! What can I do, r there any products that u recomend?? thanks!!

Hey girl, believe me when I say I know what it feels like. Pimples are not fun. The truth, though? Everyone gets break-outs -- even your friends with flawless skin. It's just a matter of how many you get. As for your case, I suggest you stick with your dermatologist. I go to a dermatologist and it took time to find a skin routine that worked. The thing you need to do is to keep trying. Tell your dermatologist your routine isn't working. Maybe even try a new dermatologist. If nothing's working for your skin (believe me, you won't have perfectly clear skin though -- sadly there's no miracle treatment), you def need to see a professional. They can give you access to prescription products that are stronger and might tackle that problem -- stuff the products off the counter can't do.

xoxo

Alyssa B.

sarina 101 on 10/21/2009 11:36:59 PM

MODMODMOD
My friend can't decide if she want to spend halloween with me or with her other friend. I can understand that it's a hard decision, but I need to know. What should I tell her?

Hey girl, tell her you need to know her plans for sure so you can make yours. She'll totally respect that. But on the subject, why not try finding a place the three of you could chill? The more the merrier, and then all three of you girlies win!

xoxo

Alyssa B.

turquoise_girl13 on 10/21/2009 11:21:42 PM

MOD MOD MOD
there's this girl in our class that's a MAJOR tomboy, like she just isn't a girl. she doesn't have any girl friends and has always been mean to me and my bff. we want to be her friend, but don't know how (considering she hates us) any advice?

Hey girl, all you can do is put your best foot forward. Be polite to this girl and invite her to hang out -- maybe even sit with you at lunch. In the end, that's really all you can do. If she still doesn't want to be nice or your friend? Well, she's really losing out.

xoxo

Alyssa B.

yellowducky2713 on 10/21/2009 11:18:55 PM

that sux, my friend is like that too

hit.the.surfs. on 10/21/2009 10:36:10 PM

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