Night sweats – causes, tips & how you can avoid sweating at night

Many people wake up drenched in sweat at night – often without an obvious reason. This night sweating (also called "night sweats") can significantly disrupt sleep and reduce quality of life. In this article, we explain what the causes can be, give you tips on how to avoid night sweats, and show you which solutions from odaban® can help you.

What are the causes of night sweating?

The reasons for excessive sweating at night are varied. Common causes are:

• Overheating due to too warm bedding or sleepwear

• Room temperature: bedroom too warm or lack of ventilation

• Diet & alcohol: spicy foods, nicotine, or alcohol before going to bed

• Hormonal changes: e.g., during menopause or pregnancy

• Stress & inner restlessness: psychological stress can promote sweating

• Medications or illnesses: in some cases, there is a medical cause behind it

Tips against sweating at night

If you regularly sweat at night, even small changes can help:

1. Optimize sleep environment

   • Keep the room temperature at 16–18°C.

   • Ventilate before going to bed.

   • Use breathable bedding (e.g., cotton, linen).

2. Wear light clothing

   • Avoid synthetic fabrics and choose loose nightwear made from natural fibers.

3. Adjust evening routines

   • Avoid heavy meals, alcohol, and spicy food shortly before going to bed.

   • Reduce caffeine in the evening.

4. Reduce stress

   • Relaxation exercises such as breathing techniques, meditation, or yoga can help.

5. Use antiperspirant purposefully

   • While normal deodorants mask sweat odor, antiperspirants regulate sweat flow directly.

Effective help: Antiperspirants from odaban®

If night sweats occur regularly and affect sleep quality, a deodorant is not enough. Here, the products from odaban® offer a targeted solution:

1. odaban® Spray

The proven antiperspirant spray is applied in the evening before going to bed. It effectively reduces sweat production and ensures that you stay dry for up to seven days – even at night.

2. odaban® Balance Dry Capsules

An internal support against excessive sweating: The capsules combine valuable vitamins, plant extracts, and minerals. They help the body regulate sweating from the inside and are the perfect complement to external application.

Conclusion

Night sweats are a nuisance for many – but you are not powerless against them. With the right sleeping environment, healthy nutrition, and targeted products like the odaban® Spray and the odaban® Balance Dry Capsules you can effectively reduce night sweating and finally enjoy quiet, dry nights again.