How to Stop Under Arm Perspiration

The human body contains millions of eccrine glands which produce perspiration based on the climate and emotional state. Overly sensitive eccrine glands result in excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis. Approximately 2.8 percent of the American population suffers from hyperhidrosis, based on a 150,000 person survey published in the Journal of American Academy Dermatology in 2004. The condition is treatable on several levels, depending on the severity of sweating.

Things You'll Need

• Antiperspirant
• Body powder

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Instructions

• 1

  Apply a clinical-strength antiperspirant. Many regular antiperspirants contain between 13 and 18 percent aluminum, which is the active ingredient. Clinical strength antiperspirant contains up to 25 percent, making it more effective in stopping underarm perspiration. You can purchase clinical-strength antiperspirant at any drugstore or supermarket. Apply antiperspirant both in the morning and at night for maximum efficacy.

• 2

  Reduce the everyday perspiration stimuli in your life. Wear natural fibers instead of synthetic to promote air circulation under your arms. Avoid spicy and sour foods in addition to piping hot beverages. Your body's false perception of increased heat after eating such foods can trigger perspiration in your forehead, hands, feet and underarms. Smooth body powder over the antiperspirant under your arms to absorb excess moisture.

• 3

  Get Botox. In 2004, the FDA approved the use of Botox for excessive underarm sweating. Botox is only an appropriate solution if your body is unresponsive to clinical strength antiperspirants or lifestyle changes. To perform the treatment, your doctor will inject Botox directly into your underarm sweat glands with a fine needle. The treatment remains effective for up to 7 months before your underarms return to their pre-Botox perspiration rate.