The Botox Treatment Process

Botox works by temporarily blocking the chemical signals that activate your sweat glands. When those signals are blocked, the glands stop producing sweat in the treated area. This safe, FDA-approved solution is a trusted choice for many people who feel like they’ve tried everything.

To start your treatment, your provider paints your underarm area with an iodine solution. After it dries, your provider applies a powder to your armpits. The iodine and power interact, causing the areas with overactive sweat glands to appear an indigo blue shade. The color only lingers for around 10 minutes.

Your specialist uses a surgical pen to map the treatment area with a series of small dots. Following the map, they inject the Botox in tiny amounts throughout the sweat glands. Most patients need 15-20 injections under each arm.

You can return to your regular day right after your appointment.

Most people experience minimal discomfort with each injection. It’s like a quick sting. If you’re sensitive, we can use a numbing cream to keep you comfortable.

How Fast Does It Work?

Most patients experience symptom improvement within 48 hours, and its full effects are usually noticeable by two weeks.

Results normally last over 6 months, though some people enjoy dryness for as long as 14 months, according to the International Hyperhidrosis Society.

Clinical studies show that Botox reduces underarm sweating by up to 90%. That’s a huge change, especially for those who’ve struggled with constant dampness, embarrassment, or stained clothes.