Botulinum Toxin for Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)

Botulinum toxin used not for wrinkles but to reduce excessive, uncontrolled sweating — most commonly in the underarms, and also the palms or soles. A grid of small injections temporarily blocks the nerve signals that switch on the sweat glands in the treated area. It can be a practical option for people whose day-to-day comfort and confidence are affected by heavy sweating, and at MJAesthetic it is carried out by a physician after assessing the area.

Botulinum toxin for hyperhidrosis targets the small nerve signals that tell the sweat glands to produce sweat. By injecting the toxin in a grid of tiny points across an overactive area — typically the underarms, and sometimes the palms or soles — the local sweat response is markedly reduced for a period of months, after which the effect gradually wears off and the treatment can be repeated. At MJAesthetic the area is first assessed and mapped; numbing can be used for more sensitive sites such as the hands. The injections are shallow and the appointment is straightforward, with most people resuming normal activities the same day. Results are not immediate for sweating in the way a cosmetic result is visible — the reduction in sweating typically becomes apparent within several days and can last for several months before a top-up is considered. The treatment is associated with a meaningful reduction in localised sweating for many people whose underarm, hand or foot perspiration is heavier than they would like. It is not performed in pregnancy or breastfeeding, and the physician reviews your history, the area involved and any contraindications before treatment. Pricing starts from 1,600 zł and is confirmed once the area and dose are agreed.