How does treatment work?

Anti-wrinkle injections contain something called Botulinum Toxin Type A, which is a naturally occurring protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum. The product blocks transmission of the chemical messages sent from the nerves to the muscles putting the muscles into a relaxed state. This limits the number of creases that form on your skin over time.

What can I do?

Aside from seeking treatment as indicated above, the best advice for limiting excess sweat is:

• Use a strong anti perspirant instead of deodorant

• Wear loose fitting clothes

• Wear armpit shields or sweat shields to protect your clothing

• Avoid alcohol, spicy food or any activity likely to make your sweating worse

What can I expect?

Following a prescribed Botox® injection into the sweat glands, you can expect a significant reduction in sweating for a period of between 6 and 12 months, after which you may choose to have further treatment.

Does it hurt?

Using a very fine needle and gentle technique the procedure is almost painless and doesn't require any anaesthetic.