Hyperhidrosis Treatment (Botox for Excessive Sweating)

Botulinum toxin injections to the palms, armpits, feet or forehead to block the nerve signals that trigger excessive sweating — clinically known as focal hyperhidrosis. Laser Esthetic's dermatologists inject approximately one unit per square centimetre of affected skin, providing relief lasting several months. Treatment can be performed at the first consultation appointment. No major activity restrictions apply after treatment.

Focal hyperhidrosis — excessive sweating localised to the palms, armpits, feet or forehead — can significantly affect quality of life and is frequently resistant to topical antiperspirants. Botulinum toxin is the standard medical intervention for this condition: injected intradermally at approximately one unit per square centimetre, it blocks the nerve signal that triggers eccrine sweat gland activation, dramatically reducing sweat output in the treated area for several months. At Laser Esthetic the procedure is performed by dermatologists who assess sweat severity, discuss realistic outcomes and determine the appropriate dosing area. For armpits, the Minor starch-iodine test can be used to map the exact zone of hyperhidrosis before treatment. The injections are made using very fine needles; palmar treatment is the most uncomfortable and EMLA cream or nerve block may be offered. For armpits and feet the sensation is mild. No major restrictions apply after treatment — patients can return to work and normal activities almost immediately, with only minor precautions for the first few hours. Duration of effect varies by site: armpit hyperhidrosis typically sees relief for six to nine months, palmar and plantar hyperhidrosis somewhat less. Results persist for several months and can be repeated when sweating returns. The procedure is medically indicated — not simply cosmetic — and at Laser Esthetic it is carried out within a dermatology clinic with physician oversight, which ensures contraindications such as neuromuscular disorders or certain medications are properly screened. Pricing reflects the quantity of toxin required per treatment zone.