You Can Avoid Extravagant Sweating With This!

Everybody sweats, especially during the summer and if we play sports or work out. But problems arise when sweating becomes excessive and even worse if we start to smell; there’s nothing worse than wearing a shirt that has huge armpit stains. 

Excessive sweating is known as hyperhidrosis. If you're getting soaked—even when you're not working out—try these tricks for getting heavy perspiration under control.

Make a homemade deodorant or antiperspirant: The kind you buy in stores only mask the smell – they don’t actually stop sweating and can actually clog your pores with impurities (sometimes causing underarms to appear darker than normal). To make a natural deodorant you’ll need ¼ cup of baking soda, 8 tablespoons of unrefined coconut oil, ¼ cup of cornstarch, and a few drops of your favorite essential oil (optional). Mix the baking soda and cornstarch, then add the coconut oil, stirring well. Store it in the refrigerator until it solidifies. Apply it to the underarms, but take care not to use it right after shaving.


Another recipe for homemade deodorant: Take half a cup of vinegar and add 30 drops of an essential oil like rosemary or lavender. Store the mixture for a week in a container with a tight lid in a dry place, keeping it out of direct contact with light. Place three tablespoons in the bath water before you bathe.

Exfoliation: Sweat can be caused by clogged pores, which can result from daily use of soaps and other cleansing products. The best natural exfoliants include oatmeal, sea salt, coffee grounds, and lemon juice. Rub any of these onto the area where you sweat excessively twice a week, at night before bedtime.

Milk of magnesia is a good natural deodorant that in addition to eliminating odor also controls perspiration. Another option is to rub turnip root under the arms or in areas where excess sweating occurs.

Steam baths help remove toxins from the body as they “pass through” the pores. They also relax the mind and body, reducing stress levels. Enjoy a steam bath for up to 20 minutes every day, drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Use an antiperspirant powder that absorbs moisture and kills odor-causing bacteria. A good option is to mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a few drops of your favorite essential oil, and apply it directly after the shower.

Herbal teas, especially those that contain sage, are effective at reducing perspiration. Sage is rich in vitamin B and magnesium, which reduces over stimulation of sweat glands. Don’t drink more than two cups a day and be sure not to make the tea too strong – it can be harmful to your health.

Drinking grape or tomato juice can help the body regulate its temperature and avoid overheating, which can cause us to sweat. Drink a glass every day or every other day in the morning. This can also help reduce the risk of cancer or heart disease.

Potatoes can also stop excessive sweating. Cut a few slices of raw potato and rub the juice on the skin. Let it dry before rinsing the area with soap and water.

We hope you’ve enjoyed these tips and at-home tricks to avoid excessive sweating!