
Botox is a neurotoxin made up of botulinum toxin type A. It works by stopping nerve signals that cause facial muscles to contract and create lines. When Botox is injected in the armpits, it works the same way, only it targets glands instead of muscles. Botox blocks the message telling the glands to secrete sweat, so they do not.
During your treatment, you will have the choice of topical numbing cream. This can help to numb the underarms during treatment. Your injector will then map out the injection points on your armpits.
The Botox will then be injected into the treatment areas. Most individuals do not find the treatment painful and describe it as small pinpricks. Treatment takes about 30 minutes to complete.
Ideal candidates for underarm sweat elimination will be healthy individuals who suffer from excessive underarm sweating who have not responded to other treatment options, such as clinic antiperspirants. A consultation is needed to best determine if this treatment is right for you.

While there is a small chance of bruising and redness after treatment, there is no downtime required. Most patients return to their everyday routines right away. The effects of Botox for underarm sweat elimination are temporary, so you will need to receive more injections in the future. Results generally last for about six months.