Botulinum Toxin Treatment also known as Botox is a treatment that temporarily blocks the nerve signals responsible for activating sweat glands. It’s injected into the areas of excessive sweating (such as the underarms, hands, feet, or face) to reduce or stop the sweat production.

Yes, Botox is FDA-approved for treating hyperhidrosis and is considered safe when performed by a trained healthcare professional such as qualified nurse practitioner Marnie Stewart from Team Stewart Aesthetics.

The effects of Botox for hyperhidrosis typically last 4 to 6 months. After that, the treatment may need to be repeated to maintain results. It all depends on the person.

Botox can be used to treat excessive sweating in areas such as:

• Underarms (axillary hyperhidrosis)

• Hands (palmar hyperhidrosis)

• Feet (plantar hyperhidrosis)

• Face (craniofacial hyperhidrosis), including forehead and scalp

The procedure is relatively quick and minimally invasive. A fine needle is used to inject Botox into the skin in the targeted areas. The number of injections depends on the area being treated. You may experience a mild pinching or stinging sensation, but most patients find the procedure tolerable.

No, there is typically no significant downtime. You can return to your daily activities right away. However, it’s important to avoid strenuous exercise, hot showers, or rubbing the treated areas for the first 24 hours to ensure the Botox stays in place.

Botox is particularly effective for primary hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating without any underlying medical condition). If your hyperhidrosis is secondary (due to a medical condition or medication), it’s important to discuss this with Marnie Stewart when you are making an appointment with her.