Hyperhidrosis Treatment (Botulinum Toxin)

Botulinum toxin injected into the skin to reduce excessive sweating where antiperspirants are not enough — most often the underarms, palms or soles. The toxin temporarily blocks the nerve signals that switch on sweat glands in the treated area, noticeably reducing dampness, odour and the staining of clothing. At AESTETICA the treatment is performed by a physician and is a practical option for adults whose daily life or confidence is affected by focal hyperhidrosis.

Treatment of hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin targets the localised overactivity of sweat glands. The toxin is injected just under the skin across a grid of points in the affected zone, where it temporarily interrupts the nerve signals that trigger sweating. The result is a marked, predictable reduction in sweat production in the treated area without affecting the body's overall ability to regulate temperature elsewhere. At AESTETICA the area is first assessed and, for sensitive sites such as the palms or soles, numbing is used to improve comfort before a series of fine injections is placed across the region. The underarms are the most straightforward to treat and best tolerated; hands and feet are more sensitive and require more injection points. There is little downtime, and most people return to normal activities the same day. The sweat-reducing effect typically becomes apparent within several days to about two weeks and commonly lasts in the region of several months before the treatment is repeated. The approach is well suited to adults with focal hyperhidrosis of the underarms, hands or feet that interferes with work, social life or clothing, and who have not had sufficient relief from topical antiperspirants. Suitability, realistic expectations and any contraindications — including pregnancy and breastfeeding — are reviewed by the physician before treatment.