- Experiencing excessive underarm sweating that interferes with daily life
- Regularly avoiding certain clothing colors or fabrics due to visible sweat marks
- Finding clinical-strength antiperspirants and deodorants ineffective
- Dealing with sweaty palms that affect handshakes and professional interactions
- Experiencing forehead or scalp sweating that causes social discomfort
- Seeking a medically proven, non-surgical solution with minimal downtime
- Ready to reclaim confidence in social and professional settings
Hyperhidrosis Treatment
01 — THE EXPERIENCE
Hyperhidrosis Treatment
At Diversions Med Spa, our hyperhidrosis treatment protocol goes beyond simply injecting neurotoxin. We begin with a thorough evaluation that may include a starch-iodine test—a diagnostic tool that precisely maps which sweat glands are most active—so we can target our injections with maximum efficiency.
The Benefits
- Dramatically reduce excessive sweating — Most patients experience an 80–90% reduction in sweat production within the treated area, a life-changing improvement for those who have struggled with hyperhidrosis for years
- Long-lasting results — A single treatment session provides 6–12 months of significant sweat reduction, and many patients find that results last longer with consistent maintenance treatments over time
- Quick, minimally invasive treatment — The entire procedure takes approximately 20–30 minutes with no downtime, allowing you to return to work and normal activities immediately afterward
- Restore social and professional confidence — Patients consistently report that freedom from excessive sweating transforms their social interactions, professional presentations, and overall quality of life
- FDA-approved and clinically proven — Botox for underarm hyperhidrosis has been FDA-approved since 2004 and is supported by extensive clinical research demonstrating its safety and efficacy
The Process
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Diagnostic Consultation
We begin by identifying your primary areas of concern and evaluating the severity of your sweating. A starch-iodine test may be performed—a simple procedure where iodine solution and cornstarch are applied to the skin to precisely map the locations of your most active sweat glands.
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Preparation & Comfort
Treatment areas are carefully marked based on the sweat gland mapping. If desired, topical numbing cream is applied for 15–20 minutes before treatment.
III
Precision Treatment
Using very fine needles, multiple small injections of neurotoxin are administered in a precise grid pattern across the treatment area. Each injection point delivers a carefully calibrated dose that targets the nerve-sweat gland connection.
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Results & Aftercare
You will begin noticing reduced sweating within 2—4 days of treatment, with full effects developing over approximately 2 weeks. No downtime is required—you can resume all normal activities immediately.
Is This RightFor You?
FAQ
How long do results last?
Most patients experience 6–12 months of significant sweat reduction from a single treatment session. The duration varies by individual, with some patients enjoying results for a full year or longer.
Does the treatment hurt?
The needles used for hyperhidrosis treatment are extremely fine—among the smallest available. Most patients describe the sensation as minor pinching or a brief sting at each injection point.
Is it safe to stop sweating in one area?
Absolutely. The treatment only affects the specific area being treated—your body continues to regulate its temperature normally through the millions of other sweat glands distributed across your skin.
What areas can be treated for hyperhidrosis?
While underarms (axillary hyperhidrosis) are the most commonly treated area and the FDA-approved indication, we also successfully treat excessive sweating of the palms (palmar hyperhidrosis), soles of the feet (plantar hyperhidrosis), and the forehead or scalp. Each area requires slightly different injection techniques and dosing, and our experienced practitioners are skilled in treating all of these zones.
Will I need to take time off work?
No downtime is required. You can return to work and all normal activities immediately after treatment.
How is this different from prescription antiperspirants?
Prescription antiperspirants work by temporarily plugging sweat gland ducts with aluminum compounds, which can cause skin irritation and provide inconsistent results for moderate to severe hyperhidrosis. Neurotoxin treatment works at a fundamentally different level—it blocks the nerve signal that tells the sweat gland to activate, providing a much more complete and reliable reduction in sweating without the skin irritation that topical products can cause.
Can hyperhidrosis treatment be combined with other services?
Yes. Many of our patients at Diversions Med Spa combine hyperhidrosis treatment with other neurotoxin services such as Botox for wrinkle reduction or masseter slimming during the same appointment.