Excessive Sweating

Excessive sweating can be frustrating and uncomfortable, often affecting your confidence and daily activities. At Sakura Aesthetics in Honolulu, Hawaii, Brian Ching, DO, and Samantha Ching, PA-C, offer advanced, personalized treatments to help you stay comfortably dry and confident year-round. Don’t let sweat control your life. Schedule your consultation today by phone or online to explore effective solutions that work for you.

What defines excessive sweating?

Excessive sweating, medically known as hyperhidrosis, happens when your body produces more sweat than you need to regulate temperature. While sweating is a normal and healthy function, if you have hyperhidrosis, you experience constant or unpredictable sweating that can occur even when you’re cool, relaxed, or at rest. 

The condition may affect specific areas, such as your underarms, hands, feet, or face, or your entire body. Beyond physical discomfort, excessive sweating can also affect your self-confidence and daily activities.

What causes excessive sweating?

Hyperhidrosis can be classified into two main types, each with different underlying causes:

Primary 

Primary hyperhidrosis typically affects specific body areas and occurs without an underlying medical cause. It’s thought to result from overactivity in the nerves that control sweat glands. 

Secondary

Secondary hyperhidrosis develops as a symptom of another condition or as a side effect of medications. Common triggers include hormonal changes (such as menopause or thyroid disorders), anxiety, infections, diabetes, or certain prescription drugs.

How is excessive sweating treated?

At Sakura Aesthetics, treatment depends on the cause and severity of your symptoms. For mild cases, clinical-strength antiperspirants with aluminum chloride can help control moisture. 

When you have more severe sweating, the team offers options such as Botox® injections, oral medications, or energy-based therapies. Botox temporarily blocks the nerve signals that activate your sweat glands, while advanced treatments like microneedling with radiofrequency reduce gland activity more long-term. 

Your provider can customize a plan that fits your needs and comfort level.

When will I notice the results from my excessive sweating treatment?

Your results vary depending on your treatment type. Many patients begin noticing improvement within a few days to two weeks after Botox or energy-based treatments. 

For Botox, dryness often starts in 3-5 days, with full results visible in about two weeks. Other therapies may take a few weeks as your glands respond gradually.

How long will my treatment for excessive sweating last?

While the results aren’t permanent, they can last several months or longer. Botox treatments typically keep sweating under control for 4-6 months, while some energy-based treatments may last even longer. Regular maintenance sessions help you stay comfortably dry, confident, and in control year-round.

If you’re ready to take control of excessive sweating, schedule your personalized consultation today by calling or booking online.