Hyperhidrosis — excessive sweating beyond what the body needs for temperature regulation — affects around 3% of the UK population. For those who live with it, the impact on confidence, clothing choices, social interactions and professional life can be significant. What many people don't realise is that there is a highly effective, clinically proven injectable treatment available.
What causes hyperhidrosis?
Sweating is controlled by the nervous system via chemical signals that activate the sweat glands. In people with hyperhidrosis, these signals are overactive — triggering sweating that is disproportionate to the body's actual need to cool down. The underarms are the most commonly affected area, though hands, feet and other areas can also be involved.
The condition is often genetic and can be worsened by heat, anxiety and hormonal changes. Many sufferers have tried prescription antiperspirants and other management strategies with limited success, and feel there are no further options available to them. Injectable treatment for hyperhidrosis often comes as a genuine revelation.
How does the treatment work?
The injections block the chemical signals that activate the sweat glands in the treated area. Unlike the treatment of wrinkles (where it relaxes muscles), for hyperhidrosis it works directly on the gland — temporarily preventing it from producing sweat in response to the nervous system's signal.
"According to the International Hyperhidrosis Society, underarm injections can reduce sweating by 82–87% — a life-changing result for many clients."
What does the treatment involve?
The treatment is straightforward. A topical numbing cream is applied to the area beforehand, after which a series of small injections are made into the skin across the treatment area. Both underarms are typically treated in around 10 minutes. Most clients describe the sensation as comparable to having their eyebrows plucked — brief and manageable.
Results begin to appear within a few days and are typically fully established within two weeks. Dryness in the underarm area lasts between four and fourteen months, depending on the individual — making it one of the longer-lasting applications of this treatment. Retreatment is straightforward when the effects begin to wear off.
Is it safe?
This treatment for hyperhidrosis has an excellent safety record and is recognised by the NHS and international medical bodies as an effective treatment. It does not cause compensatory sweating in other areas, and the body is able to regulate its temperature normally — the treated area simply produces less sweat. If you live with excessive sweating and haven't explored this option, we would genuinely encourage you to book a consultation. The change it can make to daily life is remarkable.
