Excessive sweating or perspiration is a condition called hyperhidrosis, which occurs when the body sweats in amounts greater than needed. Generally, the underarms, palms of the hands and soles of the feet are affected. A number of home remedies are available to help treat excessive sweating. However, alternative treatments should not replace conventional treatments.
Rubbing Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol can be used as a treatment for excessive sweating. Soaking a cotton ball or pad in rubbing alcohol and applying to the area of sweating will help to regulate the sweat glands. According to MotherNature.com, a small amount of rubbing alcohol will assist in constricting the pores and prevent sweating for a few hours. However, this method should only be done once a week, as using too much rubbing alcohol can make the skin dry.
Powders
Powders can be used to reduce excess sweating. Using a little bit of powder such as baby, corn starch or baking soda is sufficient. Powder will not entirely prevent or stop sweating, but it will absorb plenty of moisture, keeping the sweat glands dry.
Antiperspirant
Antiperspirants can be applied to anywhere on the body such as the hands, feet or even the forehead. An antiperspirant is not a deodorant, but some deodorants may contain antiperspirant properties. Antiperspirants that contain high amounts of aluminum chlorohydrate or any other kind of aluminum salt are the most effective in blocking ducts of the sweat glands.
References
- American Academy of Family Physicians: Sweaty Hands and Feet
- MotherNature.com: Sweating
- "Natural Health" magazine; Sweating - What Helps; Slyvia Varty; March 2005
- MayoClinic.com: Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
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