How to Control Perspiration

Perspiration, or sweating, is your body's way of regulating its temperature and responding to stress. But it can also lead to foul odors and damp clothing.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Athletic Socks
• Antiperpirants
• Deodorants

1. Use a product that contains both deodorant and antiperspirant. The deodorant only helps control odors, whereas the antiperspirant helps block sweat.

2. Sprinkle cornstarch or talcum powder in problem areas to absorb moisture.

3. Dress in layers so you can control your temperature, thereby reducing your body's need to sweat. Wear a white or light-colored hat to reflect sunlight on hot days, since your head is an important temperature-control point on the body.

4. Wear natural fabrics such as wool, silk and cotton that allow air to circulate around your body easily.

5. Drink plenty of fluids and stay fit. Fluids and a fit body help regulate your temperature and reduce sweating.

6. Relax as much as possible using regulated breathing, yoga or meditation. This can reduce stress, a perspiration trigger.

Tips & Warnings

• Cotton socks and foot antiperspirants can minimize foot sweat.
• Cotton panties help to prevent sweating, too.
• If you perspire even when you're relaxed and the temperature is cool, see your doctor'it could be a sign of an underlying health problem.

[inStylegrl]

on 12/27/2007 ive tried everything for underarm sweat, ive used Certain Dri and ive tried B + drier but none worked so i went to my dermatologist to get botox shots and got Drysol instead, does anyone know anything about it?

[Morganroxs14]

on 1/18/2007 I use to sweat when the air conditioner was even on....a good tip is since baby powder stops wetness and odor..just put on your usual deoderant and then sprinkle baby powder on a tissue and pat under each arm, but dont do this if your wearing a dark shirt

on 8/8/2006 During puberty I noticed that my under arms would start to get wet for no apparent reason. Once I noticed that my shirt was wet, it made me nervous to be around people and I would sweat more. I stumbled upon Certain Dri at the store and gave it a shot. The next day I went to work and was astounded when I checked my underarms! They were dry all day. My confidence hit the roof.

on 8/8/2006 Before using Certain Dri, I would always sweat - a lot. I would get huge sweat spots that overtook my whole top sleeve. After I started using Certain Dri regularly, I only got little tiny patches! It made me feel so much more confident. I definitely recommend using Certain Dri.

on 6/30/2006 First, please take a nice shower twice a day from head to toe with a good anti bacterial soap.

Second, after you get out of the shower please use a good lotion.

Third, use a good deodorizing body powder from head to toe which has baking soda in it. Or, use the menthol medicated body powder.

I really recommend wearing an undershirt, even if you are a lady. That keeps in the clean and helps absorb sweat. And, please, make sure your clothes as well as your surroundings are clean. Odors can stick on you like glue, you know.
Put a shot of Pine Sol in the wash and take the time to use a fabric softener. And, bring a bottle of Febreze with you to refresh your clothes throughout your day. If you cannot afford Febreze, diluted fabric softener (with water) in a little spray bottle will work fine.
Keep your whole environment clean. Make time for that. Air out your home and car on a regular basis and use a strong air freshener. Keep your furniture clean with lemon oil, and your baths and kitchen clean with pine sol and bleach. Clean your car out on the regular. Please do not let odors build up in any of your surroundings because they stick to you.*


Fourth, use a good deodorant antiperspirant and do not be afraid to use it behind each knee and in the crooks of your elbow and on your back.


Fifth, do a lotion body spray combo. Try to use a lotion and body spray that are the same fragrance. If you are a man, you do not have to do that exactly, just be sure to get a good smelling lotion and body spray. Use the lotion on your hands and neck and arms throughout the day and try to use the body spray right after you use the lotion. Also, do not be afraid to use a body spray to spray your clothes right under the armpit area and on your pants in the crotch area; you can do that in a bathroom stall.

Drink plenty of water and evaluate your diet. Sometimes eating a great deal of processed foods can cause B.O. But, if you keep your business clean (as we say in the south) and things are still smelly, then see a doctor to be on the safe side.