Botox & Contour Injections · Seomyeon, Busan

Hyperhidrosis Botox in Busan

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Hyperhidrosis Botox calms overactive sweat glands to reduce sweating in areas such as the underarms, hands or feet. Botulinum toxin blocks the nerve signals that switch sweat glands on, so you can feel more comfortable and confident day to day.

Quick answer: Hyperhidrosis Botox is a botulinum toxin injection that reduces excessive sweating by blocking the nerve signals that activate sweat glands in the underarms, palms or soles. At Art of Shine Clinic in Seomyeon, Busan, it takes about 15–20 minutes after 20–30 minutes of numbing cream, and you can return to normal activities straight away. Results usually last about 6–9 months, varying by person. Pricing depends on the area and dose, so ask us for a quote.

At a glance

What is Hyperhidrosis Botox?

Hyperhidrosis means sweating more than the body needs to cool down, often in the underarms, hands or feet. Botulinum toxin type A injected into the skin of these areas temporarily blocks acetylcholine, the chemical messenger that tells sweat glands to work.

It is a non-surgical option that does not remove sweat glands, so the effect is temporary and can be repeated. The same medicine is used in Botox for wrinkles and in Body Botox for contouring, but here it is placed shallowly in a grid pattern over the sweating area. Art of Shine Clinic doses it for your area and sweat level.

How Hyperhidrosis Botox works

Sweat glands are switched on by nerve signals. Botulinum toxin injected just under the skin temporarily blocks these signals, so the treated glands produce much less sweat until the nerve endings recover over several months.

1. Consultation: your doctor confirms the area and severity, and may mark the sweating zone; numbing cream is applied.
2. Injection: small doses are placed in a grid of shallow injections across the area.
3. After: you can go straight back to your day; sweating reduces over the following days.

Why patients choose Hyperhidrosis Botox

• Targets the cause — blocks the nerve signals that activate sweat glands.
• Several areas — can be used for underarms, palms, soles and other zones.
• Long-lasting for a toxin — results often last around half a year or more.
• No surgery or downtime — a short appointment with no recovery period.

Who is Hyperhidrosis Botox for — and when we suggest something else

Good candidates

• Underarm sweat marks your clothes even on cool days or at rest.
• Sweaty palms make handshakes, writing or phone use awkward.
• Sweaty feet make shoes slippery or uncomfortable.
• Strong antiperspirants have not been enough, or they irritate your skin.
• You want to reduce sweating without surgery and with no downtime.
• You are also bothered by underarm sweat odor.

We may suggest something else if…

• Your sweating started suddenly, happens at night, or affects your whole body. A medical check for an underlying cause should come first.
• You want to slim the shoulder or calf line rather than reduce sweat. Body Botox targets muscle instead.
• Your main underarm concern is hair, not sweat. Laser hair removal may be the better fit.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a neuromuscular disorder, or have skin infection in the area. Treatment should wait.

What happens at your Hyperhidrosis Botox session in Seomyeon

1. Message us on WhatsApp first. Tell us which areas sweat most (underarms, palms or soles), how long it has been a problem, and your travel dates.
2. Consultation with Dr. Park. Dr. Park asks when and where you sweat and checks your health history. She confirms the treatment area and dose.
3. Preparation & numbing. Numbing cream is applied for about 20–30 minutes. The treatment zone may be mapped on the skin before injecting.
4. The treatment. Many tiny injections are placed just under the skin over about 15–20 minutes. Underarms feel like light pinches; palms and soles are more sensitive.
5. Out the door & follow-up. You can return to daily life immediately. Sweat reduction builds over the following days; message us in about two weeks with an update.

How Dr. Park plans your Hyperhidrosis Botox treatment

Hyperhidrosis Botox treats the skin, not a muscle. Toxin is placed in a grid of small points just under the skin, where the sweat glands sit. It blocks the nerve signal that tells those glands to sweat.

The dose and grid depend on the size of your sweating area. Underarms, palms and soles are planned differently. Palms need extra care, because grip strength in the hands must be protected.

Results usually last about 6–9 months. Retreatment is recommended every 6–9 months, when you notice sweating returning. Some people time it before summer or a busy season.

Hyperhidrosis Botox results: what to expect and when

• Days 2–4: sweating starts to decrease in the treated area.
• Weeks 1–2: the full sweat-reducing effect is usually reached.
• Months 6–9: sweating gradually returns as nerve signals recover (varies by person).
• Ongoing: repeat treatment maintains the result.

Side effects, risks and who should avoid Hyperhidrosis Botox

Hyperhidrosis Botox is generally well tolerated when performed by a doctor. Possible side effects include:

• Pain, redness, small bumps or bruising at injection points
• Temporary increased sweating in other untreated areas (compensatory sweating) in some people
• For palm treatment, temporary mild weakness of grip or finger strength
• Rarely, an allergic reaction

Not suitable if you: are pregnant or breastfeeding; have a neuromuscular disorder (such as myasthenia gravis); have an infection at the injection site; or are allergic to any ingredient. Excessive sweating can sometimes have an underlying medical cause, so tell your doctor about any health conditions and medications.

Hyperhidrosis Botox vs Body Botox, Botox and Skin Botox: which should you choose?

Here is how sweat toxin compares with neighbouring toxin treatments on our menu.

Choose Hyperhidrosis Botox if sweating is the problem. Choose Body Botox if you want to change a muscle line. Choose facial Botox or Skin Botox for wrinkles, pores or contour.

Aftercare after Hyperhidrosis Botox

• For about 3–4 hours, avoid lying on or rubbing the treated area.
• On the day of treatment, skip saunas, hot baths, hard exercise and alcohol.
• Do not massage or press firmly on the treated area.
• Temporary swelling or bruising may occur and usually settles on its own.
• How well and how long it works varies with your sweat gland activity and lifestyle.

Travelling? Read our aftercare tips for travellers.

Downtime after Hyperhidrosis Botox, and flying home

You can return to your day straight away. The area may feel a little sore, with small bumps or light bruising that fade. For 3–4 hours, avoid rubbing or pressing the treated skin. On the day, skip saunas, jjimjilbang, hot baths, alcohol and strenuous exercise. Leave deodorant and makeup off the treated area until the next day, unless Dr. Park advises otherwise.

Sweat reduction usually starts within days and becomes clearer over about two weeks. You can sightsee and fly as planned. Tell Dr. Park your flight date, especially if palms or soles are treated, as they may feel tender for a day. Read our aftercare tips for travellers.

Hyperhidrosis Botox prices in Busan (KRW)

Pricing for Hyperhidrosis Botox depends on the area, dose and plan your doctor recommends. Ask us on WhatsApp for a quote before your visit.

Listed amounts are non-covered treatment fees in Korean won (KRW) and exclude 10% VAT. Payment is made at the clinic on the day of your visit. Costs may vary with the treatment area and dosage, and results, recovery time and side effects differ from person to person. Details are explained during an in-clinic consultation.

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Does Botox for sweating make you sweat more elsewhere?

It is not expected to. Botox only acts on the sweat glands in the area that was treated. The rest of your body keeps cooling itself as usual, so you can still regulate heat. This is different from some surgical sweat treatments, where compensatory sweating elsewhere is a known concern. Some people simply notice normal sweating on other areas more once the main area is dry. If you notice a new pattern of sweating, tell Dr. Park so she can review it.

Can you use Botox for sweaty hands and feet?

Yes, palms and soles can be treated, but they need more planning than underarms. The skin there is thicker and more sensitive, so injections can feel sharper even with numbing. With palms, the dose is placed carefully to protect grip strength. Some people notice brief, mild weakness in the hands. Results on palms and soles may also last differently than underarms. Dr. Park will talk through these points first. If you have a trip with long walks, discuss timing for feet.

Is excessive sweating a medical problem I should check?

Often it is primary hyperhidrosis, which is common and not caused by another illness. It usually starts young and affects both sides equally, such as both underarms or both palms. Sweating that starts suddenly in adulthood is different. So is sweating at night or over the whole body, or sweating with weight loss or fever. These patterns should be checked by a doctor first. Dr. Park will ask about them at your consultation. If needed, she will recommend further assessment before any toxin.

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Medically reviewed by

Dr. Park Yoon-soo— Head Director, Art of Shine Clinic Busan

Medical graduate of Kyungpook National University School of Medicine, intern at Asan Medical Center. Rejuran and Rejuviel Expert Member (PharmaResearch), Restylane Expert Member (Galderma), Belotero Key Doctor (Merz Korea) and 2026 Coretox Expert. Member of the Korean Aesthetic Surgery & Laser Society and the Korean Society for Laser, Dermatology and Trichology.

This page is for general information and does not replace an in-person medical consultation. Results, recovery time and side effects vary from person to person.

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