If I stop sweating under my arms, will I sweat somewhere else instead? Is that harmful?

Not in any meaningful way — and it isn't harmful. The body regulates temperature using millions of sweat glands; the blockage applies only to the treated area, and whole-body thermoregulation works normally. This is the most common myth about this treatment.

Yes — this method has been used in medicine for decades, administered locally, with effects limited to the treated area and reversible over time. It's performed by a doctor after assessment, using an original product.

Will the treatment "cut off" the body's ability to cool itself?

No. We only switch off sweating in one small area. The remaining millions of glands across the body release heat freely — thermoregulation stays intact.

When will I see the result, and how long will it last?

Sweating starts to reduce after a few days, with the full effect around the second week. It usually lasts around 6–9 months — longer than Botox for wrinkles, and even longer for some patients.

Does treatment of the hands and feet hurt?

Hands and feet are more sensitive than underarms, so we use local anaesthesia for comfort, and sometimes additional methods. Underarms usually don't need anaesthesia.

What's the point of the iodine-starch test?

Minor's test reveals the areas of most active sweating (they darken on contact with starch). This lets the doctor inject the toxin precisely where it's needed most, rather than by eye.

Wouldn't antiperspirant be enough instead of the treatment?

For mild sweating, it can be enough. With hyperhidrosis, it often fails and requires daily use — Botox works at the source and gives results that last for months.

Which product is best — Vistabel, Dysport or Xeomin?

There's no single "best" — they're different. Vistabel is precise and the reference standard, Dysport has wider diffusion (often convenient for underarms), Xeomin is a "pure" toxin without complexing proteins. The doctor determines the choice and dose for your specific area.

Can I also have Botox for wrinkles at the same time?

Yes — it's the same technology, so both treatments are often combined in a single visit. The doctor plans the total dose and order.

Hyperhidrosis treatment

Blocks the signal that stimulates sweat glands — it stops excessive sweating in the underarms, hands and feet for months. The effect is local and doesn't affect the body's overall temperature regulation.

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AESTHETIC MEDICINE

Less sweat, locally
“for months”

Wet patches on your shirt that you can't hide. Sweaty palms that make you avoid shaking hands.

Shoes where your feet keep slipping. Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) isn't about hygiene or "weakness" — it's overactive sweat glands, and it can genuinely limit your work, your relationships and how you choose your clothes. Botulinum toxin injected shallowly into the skin temporarily blocks the nerve signal that stimulates sweat glands in the treated area — sweating there is markedly reduced for months. It works only where it's injected; it doesn't change how your body cools itself overall. At J'adore Instytut, the treatment is performed by an aesthetic medicine doctor. Below you'll find everything worth knowing before your first visit — including the most common worry: "will sweating just move somewhere else?"

Wet patches on clothing
Sweaty hands
Excessive foot sweating
Situational sweating
Professional and social comfort

A single treatment, repeated periodically

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Duration: Around fifteen minutes (after the patch test)
Result: Usually 6–9 months (longer than Botox for wrinkles)
Recovery: None
Sessions: A single treatment, repeated periodically
Performed by: Aesthetic medicine doctor

How it works

Beneath the skin are sweat glands that release sweat in response to a nerve signal (a chemical messenger called acetylcholine). In hyperhidrosis, this mechanism is overactive. Botulinum toxin injected shallowly into the skin temporarily blocks this signal in the treated area — the gland stops receiving the instruction to "secrete", and sweating there is markedly reduced.

The mechanism is targeted and local — the toxin only works where it's injected, and it doesn't affect how the body regulates temperature overall. This method has been used in medicine for decades, with a well-understood and predictable profile. It's a medical treatment, not a cosmetic one — and we approach it that way.

Three layers of skin in cross-section: the epidermis at the surface, the dermis with its sweat glands beneath it, and deepest of all the subcutaneous tissue. A grid of very shallow injections spreads the formula through the dermis, at the level of the sweat glands. The doctor sets the spacing of the points and the dose during the consultation.

Ideal for

Wet patches on clothingthey appear regardless of temperature or stress, and antiperspirants (even strong pharmacy ones with aluminium chloride) have stopped being enough.
Sweaty handsthey make work, study, handling documents or shaking hands difficult.
Excessive foot sweatingdiscomfort, odour and slipping inside shoes.
Situational sweatingbefore a presentation, meeting, exam or important event.
Professional and social comfortwhen sweating undermines confidence at work and in social contact.
The most commonly treated areas are underarms, hands and feet. The doctor determines zones and doses after discussion and assessment of severity. If sweating is generalised or started suddenly, the doctor may first suggest ruling out a systemic cause.

The myth of "sweat moving elsewhere"

Why it isn't true

This is by far the most common concern patients bring to consultation: "if I stop sweating here, it'll just move somewhere else — and that must be harmful." It's a myth — and worth clearing up.

The blockage applies only to the treated area(e.g. the underarms). The toxin doesn't circulate through the body and doesn't "redirect" sweat elsewhere.
You have several million sweat glandsspread across your body — switching off sweating in one small area doesn't disrupt thermoregulation, because the rest of the body handles heat release without issue.
Sometimes patients subjectively "notice" sweat more in another area — this is usually not because it's been redirected, but because the dominant problem (e.g. wet underarms) has stopped drawing attention. This is a harmless phenomenon and doesn't need treatment.

Interesting fact: the same toxin that smooths the forehead and eases bruxism also "quietens" sweat glands — because it does the same thing everywhere: it temporarily blocks the nerve signal to an overactive muscle or gland. Aesthetics and hyperhidrosis treatment are two different applications of the same principle.

Women's and men's needs

What differs

For her

Sweating that plans your day for you

For many women, hyperhidrosis treatment means above all getting back freedom and confidence — the ability to wear light, silk or fitted clothes without worrying about stains, and calm in situations where thoughts of sweating used to dominate.

The areas we support

Underarms — no more stains on blouses and dresses;
Hands — peace of mind during meetings, greetings and events (weddings, photoshoots);
Situational sweating — before an important speech or exam;
Everyday comfort — without hiding your hands or avoiding contact.

For him

The dryness expected of you — and something no one should have to think about

In men, sweating areas (especially the underarms) tend to be larger, so higher doses of toxin are usually needed. There's often a clear professional dimension — this is classic hyperhidrosis treatment for men. The mechanism and effectiveness are identical to women's treatment; mainly the dose size differs.

The areas we support

Underarms — a dry shirt under a suit, no stains at meetings;
Hands — a confident, dry handshake at greetings;
Working under pressure — comfort during presentations and negotiations;
Feet — no more discomfort in shoes after a full day.

Safety

What really determines the result

For hyperhidrosis treatment, the result and its safety depend on three things worth asking about at any salon:

Who performs the treatment
Botulinum toxin is a medicinal product — at J'adore it's administered only by an aesthetic medicine doctor, not a cosmetologist. The doctor assesses your suitability, chooses the product, determines the zones (often after an iodine-starch test) and sets a dose that's safe for that specific area.
Whether the product is genuine
We work only with original, certified products from authorised distributors, stored at the required temperature (cold chain). Toxin that's poorly stored or of unknown origin means an unpredictable result and real risk.
What dose, and where
In hyperhidrosis treatment, especially of the underarms, we treat a larger surface than for wrinkles — the doctor determines the dose and injection points individually, which is why consultation is essential.

A red flag: suspiciously cheap hyperhidrosis treatment · A bargain price is the most common warning sign — with a medicinal product, origin and storage matter as much as technique. You have the right to ask about the product name, expiry date and who's performing the treatment. With a method this effective, it's not worth cutting corners on product quality or the practitioner's experience.

Contraindications

When to postpone the treatment

Some contraindications are permanent, and some are temporary — in that case, we simply postpone the treatment until the situation passes.

We don't perform it

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Active cold sores (Herpes) — even in a different location from the injection site (e.g. on the lip or near the nose), not just in the treated area. The treatment can trigger it — we postpone until it's fully healed.
Neuromuscular conditions — myasthenia gravis, myasthenic syndromes and related conditions; the toxin affects neuromuscular transmission.
Allergy or a previous reaction — to botulinum toxin or to albumin (a protein present in the products).
Active infection or inflammation — in the treatment area, unhealed wounds, or recent significant skin irritation.
Fever and general infection — we wait until you've recovered.
Clotting disorders and anticoagulant medication — require the doctor's assessment.
Certain medications — (including aminoglycoside antibiotics) that may enhance the toxin's effect — be sure to tell your doctor.

From the doctor's chair

The most commonly overlooked thing: cold sores. Patients think "I only have one on my lip, and we're treating the underarms — that shouldn't matter." It does matter — an active virus is a risk, wherever it appears. It's better to postpone by a few days.

This isn't a complete list — we'll go through your medications, conditions and previous treatments individually at consultation. The doctor makes the final decision on your suitability.

The visit

What to expect during your visit

Medical consultation
the doctor assesses the severity of your sweating and the zones involved, takes a medical history (conditions, medications, pregnancy, allergies, cold sores) and sets a plan, ruling out contraindications.
Iodine-starch test (Minor's test) — for underarms
the skin is covered with iodine solution, then starch once dry; a dark colour appears in the areas of most active sweating. This way the injection is targeted, not done by eye.
Anaesthesia
for hands and feet (considerably more sensitive), numbing cream is used, sometimes along with additional comfort measures; underarms usually don't need anaesthesia.
Micro-injections
the toxin is delivered through a series of small, shallow injections evenly across the area. The whole process takes around fifteen minutes.
Guidance and leaving
no bandages or recovery time; you go back to your normal activities.

What to expect

No surprises

Most importantly: you won't see the result immediately. Sweating reduces gradually — the first changes usually appear after a few days, with the full result around the second week. Many patients describe it as "forgetting about the problem" for months.

Faza 1.The first few daysSweating starts to gradually reduce; injection marks fade
Faza 2.Around the second weekFull effect — "forgetting about the problem", a dry area
Faza 3.A few monthsStable effect — comfort without daily thoughts about sweating
Faza 4.After a few monthsSweating gradually returns — time to think about a repeat session

Some patients write after two or three days saying "I'm still sweating". This is completely normal — the toxin needs time to quieten the glands. We assess the full result only around the second week, not before.

From the doctor's chair

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What's normal right after the treatment

Minor injection marks and slight redness in the area;
Occasionally a small bruise — more common on hands and feet, where the skin is more delicate;
A feeling of slight tenderness in the area for the first few hours — this passes quickly.

The effect on hyperhidrosis usually lasts longer than Botox for wrinkles — often around 6–9 months, and even longer for some patients. This is because we're working with a different type of nerve ending than we do for expression lines. Sweating returns gradually — and that's when the treatment is repeated.

Hyperhidrosis and your lifestyle

What you can do, and when

The treatment doesn't require stepping out of your life, but a few simple rules improve comfort and the quality of the result. There's one guiding principle — for the first 24 hours, we want to avoid overly stimulating circulation in the treated area or irritating it.

Shaving and hair removal of the underarms
A day or two before
Shave your underarms a day or two before the treatment, not just before — freshly shaved skin can be irritated. Come to Minor's test with smooth but non-irritated underarms.
Deodorant and antiperspirant
Skip it on treatment day
On the day of the treatment, skip antiperspirant (especially if an iodine-starch test is planned). You can go back to it after a few to several hours.
Gym and exertion
Wait around 24 hours
Hold off on intense exertion for around 24 hours — sharply increased circulation can encourage bruising and discomfort in the freshly treated area.
Sauna and hot baths
One to two days' break
High temperatures dilate blood vessels and increase swelling. Sauna, hammam, hot baths — best left for one to two days.
Massaging the treated area
Don't massage for the first 24 hours
Don't massage or rub the treated area for the first 24 hours, so the toxin stays exactly where it was injected.
Alcohol
Skip it on treatment day
Alcohol dilates blood vessels and increases the risk of bruising — best avoided on the day of the treatment.

Hyperhidrosis treatment

Frequently asked questions

QuestionIf I stop sweating under my arms, will I sweat somewhere else instead? Is that harmful?
AnswerNot in any meaningful way — and it isn't harmful. The body regulates temperature using millions of sweat glands; the blockage applies only to the treated area, and whole-body thermoregulation works normally. This is the most common myth about this treatment.
QuestionIs it safe?
AnswerYes — this method has been used in medicine for decades, administered locally, with effects limited to the treated area and reversible over time. It's performed by a doctor after assessment, using an original product.
QuestionWill the treatment "cut off" the body's ability to cool itself?
AnswerNo. We only switch off sweating in one small area. The remaining millions of glands across the body release heat freely — thermoregulation stays intact.

Have another question?Ask at your consultation

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Hyperhidrosis treatment — underarms

The most common zone, often with Minor's test

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Prefer to call? Żelazna 573 569 431 · Mińska 732 228 806 · Karmelicka 732 228 846

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We perform this treatment at three J'adore Instytut salons — two in Warsaw and one in Krakow. At each one, the toxin is administered by an aesthetic medicine doctor, and the consultation before treatment is free. Zones and doses are chosen individually — we approach the underarms differently (larger surface, often Minor's test) than the more sensitive hands and feet (anaesthesia).

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KrakówKarmelicka — Śródmieście+48 732 228 846

From the specialist's room

You won't see the result immediately — sweating reduces gradually, and we assess the full result around the second week. This is the normal course of the treatment, not a complication.

For underarms, we usually perform an iodine-starch test (Minor's test), which reveals the most active sweating zones — this way the injection is targeted rather than done by eye. Come to this visit with underarms smoothly shaved but not irritated, and without antiperspirant.
If sweating started suddenly, is very severe, or affects your whole body, tell your doctor. Sometimes it's worth ruling out a systemic cause first.

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Medical information. Botulinum toxin type A is a medicinal product; treatment for excessive sweating is medical in nature and is performed only by a doctor. This text is for informational purposes and does not constitute advertising of a medicinal product or medical advice. Indications, product and dose selection, and contraindications are decided by the doctor during an individual consultation.

Hyperhidrosis treatment

Less sweat, locally“for months”

How it works

Ideal for

Why it isn't true

What differs

Sweating that plans your day for you

The dryness expected of you — and something no one should have to think about

What really determines the result

Who performs the treatment

Whether the product is genuine

What dose, and where

When to postpone the treatment

What to expect during your visit

No surprises

Frames from the institute

What's normal right after the treatment

What you can do, and when

Shaving and hair removal of the underarms

Deodorant and antiperspirant

Gym and exertion

Sauna and hot baths

Massaging the treated area

Alcohol

Frequently asked questions

Treatment options

Choose your treatment and book it

Related treatments

Start with a consultation

Less sweat, locally
“for months”