6 working solutions for sweaty hands

If you find yourself avoiding social events where you will be forced to give handshakes because of your sweaty hands, truth is you are not alone. According to medical journals, this common problem referred to as palmar hyperhidrosis has the most significant negative impact on patients' lives of any dermatologic condition. 

‘Palmar’ translates to hands and ‘hyperhidrosis’ means too much moisture. It describes a condition in which your hands are producing excess sweat. Triggered by anxiety, stress, panic attacks and other emotions, it may also be hereditary.

While it may be a normal process of your body to regulate temperature, it is advisable to seek medical attention to right off serious health problems such as low blood sugar, an overactive thyroid, a heart attack, nervous system disorders or menopause.

If it causes you emotional and psychological anguish hampering simple day to day activities such as writing on a book, oral medication and injections may offer a permanent solution. However, below are six ways you can stop sweaty palms with readily available ingredients.  

This not just for babies. Working as a natural antiperspirant, it absorbs moisture preventing your hands from sweating while neutralizing any odor that may arise. Pick a trusted brand and sprinkle a generous amount into your hands and rub it evenly. Do this often and for convenience, carry a small baby powder in your bag.

One of the best lines of defense in stopping sweaty hands is by use of antiperspirants. Depending on how severe it is, this solution is non-invasive and has been proven to work for many. Go for a spray on and be cautious of the ingredients. Avoid anything with aluminum which may be harmful to your health.

Offering temporary relief, an alcohol based sanitizer has a drying effect which will get rid of the sweat. You can choose to buy or make one at home. For a DIY recipe, mix 10 drops of lavender oil, 30 drops of tree tea oil, 8 ounces of pure aloe Vera, one tea spoon of vodka and a quarter tea spoon of vitamin E. let it rest then apply when needed.

Working by balancing the pH levels in the body, ACV works as an astringent tightening the pores and reducing excessive sweating. Wash your hands occasionally by mixing equal amounts of raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar and water. This continuous process will dry the sweat out eventually.

Due to its alkalinity, baking soda is one of the most inexpensive remedies that makes sweat evaporate once it is absorbed. Used as a natural antiperspirant, it is an effective natural treatment. Put two table spoons of baking soda into a bowl of warm water and stir. Soak hands for 15 minutes then pat dry.

Rich in magnesium and vitamin B, sage prevents over activity of the sweat glands. Its astringent properties also aids in getting rid of excess skin oils and sweat. You can prepare a cup of sage tea to be taken daily or a hand bath. Boil water and sage leaves or tea bags for 15 minutes then cool. Soak your hands for half an hour and repeat three times a day.