Injections
BOTOX for Underarm Sweat Reduction
Do you wish to reduce sweating under your arms?
With BOTOX® Underarm Sweat Reduction at Hello Laser, it is possible! BOTOX® has been approved to treat underarm sweat since 2004. Research has shown that treating excessive sweating of the armpits, hands, feet, and face with BOTOX® is safe and effective.
BOTOX® is a natural, purified protein that temporarily blocks the secretion of the chemical responsible for “turning on” the body’s sweat glands. By blocking or interrupting this chemical messenger, botulinum toxin “turns off” sweating at the treatment area. While sweating is an essential body function for temperature control, the underarms house less than 2% of the body’s sweat glands.
In one clinical study involving 322 patients with severe underarm sweating, 81% of the patients receiving botulinum toxin injections achieved a greater than 50% reduction in underarm sweat, and 50% of the patients had their excessive sweating relieved for at least 201 days (nearly seven months).
Pre-Care
Before your BOTOX® treatment please avoid alcohol and caffeine for 48 hours to prevent bleeding and bruising. You may take arnica tablets before treatment should you be prone to bruising.
Post-Care
Do not massage the treated area, and avoid exercise for 24 hours. Avoid the hot sun, saunas, or excessive heat for 72 hours. Avoid hats and tight headbands for 24 hours post treatment. To limit swelling, avoid alcohol and salty foods
Frequently Asked Questions
BOTOX® is a substance injected in small quantities into the skin. It is FDA-approved (since 2002) and is one of the most widely used injectables in the world. The
active ingredient in BOTOX® is derived from a bacteria called clostridium botulinum. The smoothing effect usually starts to occur 7-10 days post-injection and delivers fantastic results.
Adult women and men can both get BOTOX® injections. Do not get BOTOX® if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to any ingredients.
Botox works on all skin types.
The treatment will take 45-60 minutes.
In rare cases, BOTOX® administration may result in anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. A licensed nurse administers all injections at Hello Laser under the supervision of our Medical Director, a Medical Doctor.
Typically results will be noticed 7-10 days post treatment
Treatment results last approximately 9 – 12 months. For some individuals, this may be shorter or longer. Once the BOTOX® wears off, your condition will return to its previous state. There is no permanent effect on your condition, for better or worse. Most clients will schedule another treatment once sweating returns.
There is no associated downtime with Botox injections.