The Mayo Clinic says that hyperhidrosis is a condition that involves request or excessive sweating. Sweating is the bodies way of cooling down and is normal, however many people may sweat in greater amounts on the palms and underarms. There is a number of home remedies available to help treat excessively sweaty palms and underarms. Remember that alternative treatment should never replace conventional treatment.
Natural-fiber Clothes
The Mayo Clinic says that wearing natural fabrics like cotton, silk, and wool will allow the skin to breathe through the clothing. When exercising or participating in an activity where heavy sweat may occur, it's best to wear high-tech fabrics as they will attract the moisture away from the skin, helping to provide it with a dry feeling.
Antiperspirant
Antiperspirants are an effective way to help treat excessive sweating on the palms and underarms. Mothernature.com says that antiperspirants are not deodorants, but some deodorants may contain antiperspirant properties. Antiperspirants can be purchased over-the-counter. The most effective kind of antiperspirants are those which contain aluminum chlorohydrate or some kind of aluminum salt. Antiperspirants can be applied to anywhere on the body.
Rubbing Alcohol
In a 2005 issue of "Natural Health" magazine, author Sylvia Varty says that rubbing alcohol will work to reduce excessive sweating. She recommends taking a small amount of rubbing alcohol, soaking a pad with it and then applying it to the body. Mothernature.com says that a small amount of rubbing alcohol will help to hold back sweating for a few hours by constricting the pores. However, too much rubbing alcohol can result in dry skin.
References
- American Family Physcian: Sweaty Hands and Feet
- Mayo Clinic: Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
- MotherNature.com: Sweating
- Mayo Clinic: Lifestyle and home remedies
- "Natural Health" magazine; Sweating -- What Works; Slyvia Varty; March 2005
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