Hyperhidrosis Treatment (Botulinum Toxin)

This treatment uses botulinum toxin injected just under 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 the sweat glands in the treated area, noticeably cutting dampness, odour and the staining of clothing. At DermaConcept it is performed by a dermatologist and is a practical option for adults whose daily life or confidence is affected by focal hyperhidrosis, with the effect lasting several months.

Treatment of hyperhidrosis with botulinum toxin targets the localised overactivity of sweat glands. The toxin is injected just beneath the skin across a grid of points in the affected zone, where it temporarily interrupts the nerve signals that trigger the eccrine sweat glands. The result is a marked, predictable reduction in sweat production in the treated area, without affecting the body's overall ability to regulate temperature through other regions. For many people this means freedom from constant underarm dampness and clothing stains, or from clammy hands that interfere with work and social contact. At DermaConcept the area is first assessed by a dermatologist; for sensitive sites such as the palms or soles, numbing improves comfort before a series of fine injections is placed across the region. The underarms are the most straightforward area to treat and the best tolerated, while 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 several months before the treatment is repeated. The approach is well suited to adults with focal hyperhidrosis of the underarms, palms or soles that interferes with work, social life or clothing and that has not responded sufficiently to topical antiperspirants. Suitability, realistic expectations and any contraindications — including pregnancy and breastfeeding — are reviewed by the doctor before treatment.