No, it will not stop you from sweating completely but on average Botox will reduce localised sweating in the area injected by around 83%. It is not intended for use in those who have normal sweating as some degree of sweating is healthy.

You must book for a cosmetic consultation first so we can take a full medical history, ensure you are suitable for treatment and go over the treatment with you in more detail including expected outcomes and potential side effects.

There is a $75 booking fee payable when making this appointment. The booking fee is then deducted from the treatment cost should you proceed within two months of your
consultation. You can either contact us via phone or email to make this appointment or book directly via our online booking system.

If you have previously had this treatment with us, you can book the Botox for hyperhidrosis option without the consultation first.

At CosMedic Clinic we also offer Botox and Xeomin for the treatment and prevention of fine lines and wrinkles. Please see our Botox and Xeomin page for further information.

This procedure and all treatments offered at CosMedic Clinic are undertaken by our experienced registered nurse Jaime. Jaime has worked as a nurse for over 22 years and has worked full-time in the industry of cosmetic medicine for over 12 years, gaining much experience and knowledge in her chosen field.

Botox is FDA approved for people who sweat excessively in the axilla (underarms). Side effects can include but are not limited to pain at the injections site, bruising, bleeding, skin irritation, headache, and flu-like symptoms. Seriou side effects are extremely rare, and it is generally considered safe.

There is no downtime. You can return to work or most normal activities directly after treatment, so long as you do not do anything to cause pressure to this area over the next four hours, and stay upright following treatment. This includes no strenuous exercise, saunas, hot yoga, alcohol, massage to the area or any other activities that could potentially cause pressure. You may have some temporary redness and swelling, but this usually goes down with half an hour, and although bruising is unlikely if you develop bruising, this can easily be concealed with makeup. You need to refrain from any facials, or face treatments, including facial massage for one week after injections.

Certain herbal and natural medications can increase your risk of bruising such as Omegas, Fish Oil, Tumeric, Vitamin E, and Green Tea. Most people will discontinue these about one week prior to treatment and one week post treatment to help further avoid bruising. Please do not discontinue any medications that have been prescribed to you from your Dr.

People often liken the treatment to a tiny sting and some feel nothing at all. The needles are very small, and most will describe it as mild discomfort. It does trigger some people to sneeze. No anaesthesia is necessary as it would be more painful to inject the anaesthetic and there are additional risks with using anaesthetic including topical. Everybody has different pain tolerances, and some people find during periods of stress, it may be slightly more painful. We use a special saline preparation that helps reduce the sting and makes it more comfortable for the patient.

While you may not experience any side effects there is always the possibility of side effects with any medications. The doses used in cosmetic medicine are very small, and side effects are usually localised to the injection site and temporary. The most common side effects are pain and stinging at the injection site, redness, and bruising. Adverse or allergic reactions are very rare and when performed by an experienced practitioner these injections are typically considered safe.

As these are prescription medicines only a doctor or a registered nurse working under the doctor’s supervision can perform them. At CosMedic Clinic Jaime works under standing orders from Dr Henryk Poczwa from Vein and Skin Institute and member of New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine (NZSCM). Jaime meets regularly with Dr Poczwa in person and has been working under his supervision since 2017. It is important to ask about your injectors experience and qualifications when choosing your injector. Jaime obtained her Bachelor of Nursing Degree in 2002 and has worked as a RN for over 20 years with 13 years working as a cosmetic nurse. She attends regular conferences and training sessions and always keeps up to date with education to ensure best practice. She is a member of Clinical Aesthetic Network New Zealand (CANN) and Complications in Medical Aesthetics Collaborative (CMAC) and her oversight Dr is a member of the New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine (NZSCM).

If you are a new patient, you will need to book for a cosmetic consultation prior to treatment. If you are an existing patient and have not yet spoken to us about this treatment, you will still need to book a cosmentic consultation.

You can book here.