Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Antiperspirants
• Method 2 of 3: How to Reduce Sweat Generation
• Method 3 of 3: Medical Procedures
• Tips
• Warnings

Sweating is a natural process. However, controlling it, especially in the hot season, can be difficult. What if your armpits suddenly get wet? Deodorants only mask the smell of sweat, so decisive action will be needed on your part if you want to deal with the problem. How to get rid of underarm sweating? This article provides useful information on how to properly use an antiperspirant, what lifestyle changes you need to make, and when you should seek medical attention.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Antiperspirants

1. 1 Determine the root of the problem. Before you go for deodorant, you should think about the root of the problem in order to choose the right product for you. For some people, bad smell is the main reason why they want to stop sweating. Others are more worried about the spots under the armpits, which treacherously protrude in the most inappropriate places.
   • If you're struggling with body odor and clothing stains, you need to tackle the two separately. Using deodorant will not solve the problem, you will still sweat.... The fact is that the deodorant only masks the smell.
   • If you want to stop sweating, there are a number of medical treatments that you usually do only in extreme cases. If your body stopped secreting waste and toxins through your skin, you would die.
2. 2 Buy the appropriate product. Depending on your problem, you can purchase a deodorant, antiperspirant, or combination product. Alternatively, you can consult your doctor if you are looking for a stronger prescription drug.
   • If you are struggling with body odor, look for a deodorant that contains natural ingredients that will mask the smell. Also, devote enough time to personal hygiene. Below are some helpful tips on how to maintain good hygiene.
   • If you want to get rid of unsightly stains on your clothesStart by purchasing a high-quality antiperspirant that contains the chemical ingredient aluminum chloride hexahydrate, which blocks sweat.
3. 3 Make your own natural deodorant. There are a wide variety of natural remedies available in stores, but you can also make your own deodorant to control armpit sweat.
   • Mix baking soda with water until a thick paste is obtained, apply on armpits and leave for 20-30 minutes. Then rinse off with water.
   • Try apple cider vinegar or other malt vinegar. These products will not only help eliminate unpleasant odors, but they will also block sweating.
   • Try a mixture of lemon juice and tomato paste before bed. Apply the mixture for 15 minutes.
   • Prepare a mixture of ground walnut and eucalyptus leaves.
   • Drink sage tea daily. Sage helps prevent excessive sweating throughout the day.
4. 4 Apply your chosen remedies in the right way. If you're struggling with sweat, you need to use an antiperspirant or deodorant before bed and upon waking, and after bathing. Always wash your hands and armpits thoroughly with clean water and soap, wipe dry, and only then apply a thin layer of deodorant or antiperspirant to dry armpits.
   • Some people use deodorant before dressing or before going out.However, before using such products, you should first wash and dry the skin of your armpits, and only then apply additional products.
   • If you notice that you are sweating, do not use deodorant immediately - in this case, it will not have the desired effect. Instead, wash your armpits with soap and water before using your preferred product.

Method 2 of 3: How to Reduce Sweat Generation

1. 1 Shower or bathe regularly. If you sweat a lot, don't limit yourself to products such as deodorant and antiperspirant. Keep your body clean throughout the day. If you can, wash once or twice a day. If this is not possible, wash your armpits to stay clean throughout the day.
   • In the summertime, if you live in a hot area, try taking a hot shower and don't put on your clothes right away. Your body must be completely dry and cool before you put on your clothes. Otherwise, sweat will start to break out immediately.
2. 2 Wash shirts, T-shirts and T-shirts after each use. This is especially important if you are sweating while wearing a garment. Sweat itself is odorless, but when bacteria develop in its environment, then an unpleasant amber appears.
   • If you don't wash your clothes, the smell of sweat will build up and intensify.
   • If you sweat a lot, change your clothes more often, even if it is noon. If you sweat a lot at work, keep an extra shirt with you that you can change if necessary.
3. 3 Wear tank tops. A clean white T-shirt or tank top will absorb sweat that won't show on your shirt. If you are wearing a sweater, consider adding extra clothing to prevent sweat stains from showing up on your shirt underneath the sweater.
   • Wash your clothes regularly to keep them clean, fresh and smell good.
4. 4 Shave your armpits. If you have a lot of sweating, shaving under your armpits will help to some extent. This will not reduce sweating, but less sweat will accumulate under the armpits, and odor and stains will be less pronounced.
   • It is important to know that in hot weather, as we sweat, body hair helps to absorb moisture from the skin, cooling us down. Therefore, on the one hand, if you shave your armpits, you prevent the appearance of bacteria, but the absence of hair promotes sweat production, as the body does not cool down properly.
5. 5 Make adjustments to your diet. Eliminate foods that cause unpleasant body odor. If you are prone to sweating, find out what foods you need to eliminate from your diet.
   • Onions, garlic and other similar foods can cause unpleasant armpit odor. Certain spices such as asafoetida, cumin and curry can increase sweating. Also, eliminate cruciferous vegetables such as kale or broccoli from your diet.
   • Diets high in red meat, dairy products, or alcohol also exacerbate this problem.
   • Capsaicin, found in hot peppers, stimulates nerve receptors in your mouth and tricks your nervous system into thinking you are hot. Your internal thermostat - the hypothalamus - sends signals to the body that make the sweat glands work hard.
6. 6 Exercise to lower your body mass index (BMI). People who are high in fat and body weight sweat more. If you really want to reduce sweating, try incorporating cardio into your weekly schedule. Not only will you lose weight, but you will also leave all your sweat in the gym.
   • The best and fastest way to lose weight is to increase your physical activity and decrease the number of calories you consume daily. Include lean proteins in your diet, such as beans, lean chicken, and eggs. Eliminate fried foods, dairy products, and red meat from your diet, and increase your intake of whole grains and vegetables.
   • Drink plenty of fluids and gradually increase the intensity of your exercise. Take long walks or jogs in the morning and evening, then shower to wash off the sweat.

Method 3 of 3: Medical Procedures

1. 1 Talk to your doctor about treatment options. Underarm sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis) is characterized by excessive sweating. Check with your doctor if you are concerned about this problem. It is likely that your doctor will recommend an aluminum-based topical product. However, if the disease has become more serious, your doctor will recommend other treatments.
   • In some cases, an anticholinergic agent is prescribed, for example, Reminil, which helps fight excessive sweating.
   • Talk to your doctor about the intradermal injection of botulinum toxin type A. This procedure will allow you to get rid of hyperhidrosis for six months, and under the most favorable circumstances, you will forget about this unpleasant ailment for the next 8 months. In addition, this procedure is considered minimally invasive.
2. 2 Consider iontophoresis. In this treatment, for 2-4 procedures per week for 20 minutes each, with the help of water, the patient is given light current discharges to the skin. True, this method is temporary (the result lasts from several weeks to several months) and is not always effective.
3. 3 Consider a thoracoscopic sympathectomy as a last resort. In this treatment, a small endoscopic instrument is inserted into an incision below the armpit to destroy the sympathetic nerve that produces underarm sweat. This treatment is effective but risky, and often leads to serious complications such as difficulty breathing, nerve damage, and / or increased sweating in other parts of the body.
4. 4 Consider Botox. This is a long-term method. Thanks to Botox, you can get rid of underarm sweat for a long time. Some say that thanks to this procedure, they forgot about sweating armpits for six months. This procedure should be considered only in very serious cases of perspiration, as this treatment is very expensive and very painful.
   • There is no scientific evidence to support a link between hyperhidrosis and botox. However, despite this, many people use this tool.

Tips

• Always wash your underarms before applying deodorant, otherwise bacteria will cause the odor to be even more pronounced.
• Let the deodorant dry completely before dressing.
• After washing your underarms, always blot dry before applying your chosen product.
• Apply talcum powder immediately after showering.
• Apply deodorant before bed.
• Cotton clothing naturally reduces perspiration.
• Shaving your underarms can help if you haven't shaved them yet.
• Apply deodorant as needed.

Warnings

• Oral medications can cause dry mouth or blurred vision, which is why many abandon this method for fear of side effects.