If there’s one thing that’s not just downright embarrassing but also gives you that icky feeling, it’s having sweaty underarms. It leaves unsightly stains on our sleeves, can promote susceptibility to body odor, plus, it feels absolutely uncomfortable. Pair all these with the country’s summer heat, and it can be a disaster.

Scientifically referred to as hyperhidrosis, or the abnormal excessive sweating not caused by exercise or heat, sweaty underarms have tormented many suffering from the condition. Both men and women have been known to suffer from it, and while some of them are able to keep the sweat at bay with antiperspirants, a lot of them have also had to deal with the stress of battling it daily and having it disrupt their everyday life. Some even have to resort to using armpit shields which are inserted into clothes to absorb the sweat. Hyperhidrosis can affect not only the underarms but the palms of the hands, the soles of the feet, and the face as well. 

Thankfully, there’s a way to treat it and it’s available at Belo. Called Botox Hyperhidrosis, the procedure involves first doing a sweat test, which involves coating the underarm with a powder that turns dark when wet. This helps identify where the hyperactive sweat glands are located. Anesthesia is applied to numb the area, and then tiny injections of Botox are administered to stop the sweat glands from secreting sweat. In case you’re wondering, yes, it’s the same Botox used on the face to help combat signs of aging. 

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When treating sweaty underarms, Botox temporarily paralyzes the muscle around the sweat glands which squeeze these and release the perspiration. The whole process, which is totally tolerable, lasts for about an hour. You can expect results within five to seven days and the effects last up to six months! Because you don’t sweat as much, you also end up decreasing the need to apply deodorant, which rubs against the skin and causes darkening. Those who lead active lifestyles can also do their activities without stressing about the sweat or the smell. They can also raise their arms confidently, so they can wear any kind of top with ease.

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You’re in luck. That’s because Belo is holding a Summer Treats promo where you can book a Botox Hyperhidrosis appointment (100 units) at 15 percent off. From the original price of P19,400, you can be on your way to sweat-free underarms for P16,490, plus, you get free Belo Aluminum Chloride, which is an antiperspirant that helps treat hyperhidrosis. Just click here to book via the Belo Shop—from there, you can choose your preferred branch, date and time, and we’ll contact you to confirm your appointment details. Sweat-free summer, here we come!

The Summer Treats promo for Botox Hyperhidrosis is available at all Belo clinics and at the Belo Shop until April 30, 2021 only. For more title=”Belo Medical Group” information, call 819-BELO (2356) or e-mail Belo at info@belomed.com.