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Effective solution against facial sweat in summer
Summer brings us not only sunshine and heat but also the annoying problem of facial sweat. Fortunately, there is an effective solution to combat this unpleasant phenomenon - Odaban Antiperspirant Spray. Understanding Facial Sweat in Summer In summer, sweat production increases due to high temperatures and sunlight. Facial sweat can lead to social discomfort and reduced self-confidence. Odaban Antiperspirant Spray - The Solution Against Facial Sweat Odaban Antiperspirant Spray is an effective solution against facial sweat in summer. It regulates sweat production and prevents excessive sweating. The spray does not impair the natural functions of the skin. Application and Mode of Action Odaban Antiperspirant Spray is applied to clean, dry skin before going to bed. It forms an invisible protective layer that temporarily blocks the sweat glands, thereby reducing sweat production. Conclusion With Odaban Antiperspirant Spray, you can effectively counter facial sweat in summer. It allows you to feel confident and comfortable, even on the hottest days. Try it and enjoy summer without the annoying problem of facial sweat!
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Hormonal sweating during pregnancy
Many women suffer from hot flashes and unpleasant sweat odor, especially during the last trimester.
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Show your feet, show your shoe
Tip 1: The right shoe material matters Sweaty feet are an unpleasant issue, no matter the weather. It’s not just the sweating itself that is uncomfortable, but also the well-known "cheesy foot odor." A nightmare for both women and men. On hot days, it is essential to choose breathable shoe materials to effectively prevent sweating. Breathable material ensures good air circulation and can transport enough fresh air into the shoe. This creates a cooling effect that can help prevent unnecessary sweating and annoying odors. Tip 2: Less sweating thanks to effective antiperspirants It may be that breathable materials alone do not prevent foot sweating in the height of summer. But even at lower temperatures, some people sweat heavily on their feet. In both cases, there is no need to panic. There is help available. If the feet keep sweating despite appropriate footwear, it is advisable to try an antiperspirant. This causes the sweat pores on the feet to narrow, resulting in less sweat being released. But an antiperspirant for the feet? For many people, this may sound strange because they usually associate heavy sweating and antiperspirants with the underarm area. Nevertheless, there are antiperspirants that can be used on the entire body, including for heavy sweating on the feet. And this makes perfect sense when you consider how many sweat glands humans have on their feet. So, if you want to make sure your feet stay mostly dry even in the height of summer, you should simply try an antiperspirant. Tip 3: A powder for feet and shoes Yes, that exists too. Used in addition to an antiperspirant or on its own, foot and shoe powder creates a germ-free environment inside the shoe. Although the powder itself does not reduce foot sweating, its antibacterial, germ-reducing effect ensures a neutral foot and shoe odor. This makes it the perfect product for anyone tired of smelly feet and shoes. It is important to always treat the shoes as well when dealing with sweaty feet and unpleasant foot odor! Because when we sweat on our feet, the sweat inevitably soaks into the shoe’s fabric. Only when bacteria break down the fresh sweat does the so-called cheesy odor develop. So, treating only the feet is not enough. If you only treat your feet and then slip back into your favorite shoes, you won’t get rid of the cheesy odor problem because the bacteria responsible for the unpleasant smell are still inside the shoe. That’s why it’s important to use an antibacterial shoe powder. Conclusion: Sweaty feet are an unpleasant issue. But with the right care, powder, or antiperspirant, it can be effectively countered. Then you can finally stroll relaxed through the city, sit in your favorite café, or walk barefoot through the park without worry.
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Heavy sweating
Sweating is a vital process that serves to regulate the body's temperature. It protects us from overheating and makes a significant contribution to maintaining a constant body temperature. Because: When sweat evaporates, heat is drawn from the body, resulting in a cooling effect. Sweating is therefore like our very own natural air conditioning. But what happens when the air conditioning runs at full speed even though our body does not need cooling? In Germany, about 5 million people are affected by excessive sweating. They sweat far more than is necessary for actual temperature regulation. When is sweating considered excessive? Sweat stains under the arms or beads of sweat on the forehead – excessive sweating can manifest in many different ways. The entire body or only certain areas such as the feet, back, or face can be affected. It is difficult to say exactly when sweating is excessive because the transition between normal and excessive sweating is gradual. Humans have about three million sweat glands. Depending on physical exertion, fitness level, and outside temperature, they can produce between 0.5 and 3 liters of sweat per hour. For example, well-trained athletes sweat faster and more heavily than untrained people, so they can quickly produce up to three liters of sweat during a strenuous training session. Excessive sweating, on the other hand, is generally considered to occur when the body continuously produces a lot of sweat without physical exertion and at average outside temperatures. In such cases, the affected body areas are hardly or only with difficulty kept dry. Often, those affected complain of annoying sweat stains under the arms or beads of sweat on the forehead shortly after morning washing. They usually sweat continuously from getting up until going to bed and cannot control the sweating with usual hygiene measures. The affected skin areas are continuously moist, and in cases of very heavy sweating, even wet. Even extensive body care, regular dabbing of sweat, hand washing, and moisturizing provide little relief because the sweat becomes visible again just a few minutes after hygiene measures. Possible causes Heavy sweating can initially have various causes. For reasons not yet clarified, some people's sweat glands produce sweat more frequently than is necessary within the natural metabolic processes of the body. Their sweat glands are simply overactive. While for some affected individuals, even slight stimuli such as minimally warmer temperatures or positive or negative emotions are enough to trigger sweating, others begin to sweat without any such trigger. In the search for causes, psychological factors and stress often play an important role. In addition, heavy sweating can be the result of an unhealthy lifestyle. Overweight and lack of exercise can contribute to increased sweating and negatively affect the organism. In this context, fluid intake plays a particularly important role. Those affected should definitely drink enough to compensate for the body's fluid loss through sweating. A balanced diet and regular exercise also keep metabolism in balance and thus not only improve overall well-being but can also support the natural regulation of sweat secretion.
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Sweating
Sweating is a completely normal metabolic process of the human body, yet it can be extremely unpleasant for many people: the skin shines, sweat stains form, and eventually an unpleasant odor develops.And yet sweating has a very simple and convincing function: to cool the body, because for the sweat to evaporate, it requires energy, which comes from the heat of the skin. Sweat consists of 99% water. The composition of sweat depends on various factors, but generally, the ion concentration is lower than that of other body fluids, such as blood, which is why it is referred to as a hypotonic fluid. In addition to water, sweat contains a variety of salts (mainly NaCl and KCl in dissociated form), lactic acid, urea and uric acid, amino acids, carbonates such as formic acid or butyric acid, and also cholesterol, sugar, and ascorbic acid (vitamin C) in small concentrations. Furthermore, bicarbonate is present in sweat as an alkaline element. The pH value of sweat depends on the sweat rate. With increasing sweating, the pH value rises to alkaline levels because as the sweat flow rate increases, the concentration of lactic acid decreases and the bicarbonate concentration increases. At low flow rates, however, sweat is acidic. Excessive Sweating Those who naturally sweat very little and are largely spared from the negative effects can consider themselves lucky. Others, however, suffer from excessive sweating. 1-2% of people in Germany are affected by excessive sweat production, regardless of temperature or time of day or year. These individuals report heavy sweating episodes in situations that are hardly psychologically stressful or even "out of the blue".Often, up to 100 mg of sweat is produced in one armpit within five seconds.However, this problem is not limited to the armpits; increased sweating also frequently occurs on the hands and feet. Possible Consequences of Excessive Sweating Those affected are often very insecure in the presence of others and hesitate to offer their sweat-dampened hand. Visible sweat stains constantly form under the armpits, and despite thorough personal hygiene, sweat odor can repeatedly occur, which can be very unpleasant for partners or in professional situations. However, besides thorough personal hygiene, there are several approaches to curb excessive sweating. What Helps Against Excessive Sweating? A gentle, inexpensive, and very effective method to get the sweating problem under control is aluminum chloride, which has long been available in pharmacies usually as a deodorant roll-on solution. Aluminum chloride, in an appropriate concentration, causes the ducts of the sweat glands in the treated areas to narrow. At the same time, a complex is formed that plugs the sweat outlets like a cork, effectively regulating sweating. The media occasionally raise the question of whether aluminum in antiperspirants is harmful to health. However, since for many people only an aluminum-containing antiperspirant achieves the desired effect and the quality of life of those without an effective antiperspirant is greatly reduced, the following attempts to counter this myth. The Odaban Antiperspirant Spray , for example, releases 1.5 µg of aluminum per spray and armpit with a single application. Since Odaban Antiperspirant is applied only once or twice a week with one to two sprays per armpit each time, only about 9 µg of aluminum is released per week. This places Odaban Antiperspirant well below the systemic exposure level calculated by the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment and far below the tolerable aluminum intake for a 60 kg adult, which the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment specifies as 60.2 µg per week. The practical ODABAN® spray is applied preventively and in minimal dosage in the evening before going to bed directly to the affected skin areas. After just one application, sweating is effectively regulated. The finely tuned formula also gently and reliably protects against skin irritations such as burning or itching. With results of up to 90% less sweat flow after only three applications, the effectiveness of Odaban® spray has been dermatologically tested and confirmed by a renowned institute. During the test, subjects who all suffered from increased sweating had one armpit treated once daily in the evening with Odaban Antiperspirant for 3 days.The other armpit remained untreated during the test and served as a control. The subjects showed a reduction in sweat volume of up to 90% after 3 days of application, with an average sweat reduction of about 71%.Numerous dermatology clinics and dermatologists therefore also recommend Odaban® for severe sweating.
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Excessive sweating on the foot
Sweating is a completely natural bodily function. The body regulates its temperature in this way and keeps it within a healthy range. At the same time, sweating serves to cool the skin and the body. The amount of sweat produced varies from person to person. Excessive sweating can occur either over the entire body or locally, such as on the hands or feet. Humans have a particularly high number of sweat glands on the forehead and feet. Nowadays, our feet are mostly enclosed in socks and shoes, which often hinders heat and moisture exchange. Those who also suffer from excessive sweating face several problems: constant moisture causes the skin to swell and become susceptible to germs and fungi. As soon as bacteria break down the fresh, odorless sweat, unpleasant foot odor develops. Socks and shoes become damp and gradually ruin the footwear. This can even become so distressing that sweaty feet can be very burdensome for people and even become a "love killer." Causes of excessive sweating on the feet Excessive sweating on the feet can have various causes. Socks or shoes made of synthetic materials can hinder moisture balance, preventing enough air from reaching the skin. Therefore, one should always wear socks made of pure cotton and shoes made of materials that can quickly transport moisture outward. Proper foot care and hygiene are essential Everyone wants to avoid unpleasant odors. Proper foot care can reduce or prevent this. Daily washing or a warm foot bath is relaxing and thoroughly cleans the feet at the same time. Afterwards, the feet should be dried thoroughly. Odaban foot and shoe powder is additionally sprinkled into the shoes to take long-term and lasting action against foot and shoe odor. Odaban foot and shoe powder works with the natural power of the Kawa Kawa plant and stops annoying odors on feet and in shoes. The powder is sprinkled into the shoes to take long-term and lasting action against foot and shoe odor. To achieve long-term protection of up to 6 months, it is necessary to apply the product consistently for 7-10 days. Odaban foot and shoe powder also has antibacterial and antifungal properties.
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Further application examples
Sweating on the Head or Face, Trunk Sweating With its nearly 40-year history, ODABAN – Spray has developed over time into an all-round solution for treating sweating problems on various skin areas. Many of our customers also use ODABAN very successfully for sweating on the head, sweating on the face, or sweating on the trunk. Relieving Sweating in Prosthetics We receive many positive feedbacks from prosthetic wearers who have brought troublesome sweating in prosthetic liners under control with ODABAN – Spray. Application to these areas generally poses no problem. However, we recommend always applying ODABAN – Spray to the face with the help of a cosmetic pad, as direct spraying could cause the product to get into the eyes. Application of ODABAN Spray on Different Areas When applying ODABAN – Spray to different body parts, care should be taken to treat only individual affected areas and not the entire body with ODABAN – Spray. Especially when applying to the head, it is very important to treat only specific skin areas, not the entire head.
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The Odaban Story
The story of ODABAN began almost forty years ago when I, as a young pharmacist, helped an operating room nurse with a serious sweating problem. After six months of research and work together, I finally developed a solution that completely solved her sweating issue. This development of ODABAN was eventually recognized as a milestone in the fight against sweating problems in the United Kingdom. Remarkably, the original name ODABAN spread worldwide by word of mouth from this initial consultation and has become a well-known name for many people struggling with excessive sweating. Then dermatologists, podiatrists, general practitioners, and pharmacists also joined this enthusiasm and have long since accepted ODABAN as the preferred remedy. The journey from sweating problem to innovative product It has been a great pleasure and a privilege to have helped so many people, and I am extremely grateful for the support and valuable customer feedback I have received over the years. But now it is time for me to step back. ODABAN has always been a family business, offering all the flexibility and personalized service that this business requires. I am happy and proud to announce to my readers that this will continue to be the case, as my son Daniel and his business partners have now taken over the business and will continue it as usual. My very best wishes and thanks go to all our customers,Jeff Bracey
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Excessive sweating during menopause
Hot flashes, heavy sweating, and sweat outbreaks are among the most common accompanying symptoms of menopause. In particular, the sudden onset of sweating episodes is experienced by affected women as extremely unpleasant and stressful. Some women not only feel a reduced quality of life during this time but also experience enormous psychological distress. What many do not know: In addition to the well-known hormone replacement therapies, cosmetic products such as the use of an antiperspirant often help. Menopause and sweating – What is behind it? How is it that many women sweat more during their menopause? In most cases, the cause is a disturbed heat regulation that accompanies the hormonal changes in the body. Hot flashes and sweating episodes are therefore initially nothing unusual. However, the exact connections are still unclear today. Scientists assume that one of the main reasons for increased sweating during menopause is the declining estrogen level: Accordingly, the low estrogen concentration in the blood is decisive for the misregulation of central thermoregulation. Heavy sweating and spontaneous sweat outbreaks are therefore not necessarily a sign of a permanent illness. On the contrary: Hot flashes and sweating episodes often occur more frequently at the beginning of menopause and disappear again after one to two years on their own. It is therefore a temporary phenomenon that has nothing to do with a disease-related overactivity of the sweat glands. What you can do about heavy sweating and sweat outbreaks: If hot flashes and sweating severely affect quality of life or negatively impact psychological well-being, a visit to the gynecologist is always advisable. For hormonally induced sweating, herbal preparations or physical therapy methods such as alternating warm foot baths or acupuncture can alleviate the symptoms. Taking artificial hormones can also help. These so-called hormone replacement therapies are medically controversial because they are associated with considerable health risks. Therefore, a decision should always be made only after careful consideration and in consultation with a doctor. What most women do not know: Cosmetic products often also achieve a high effect. Particularly promising is the use of an antiperspirant. It helps reduce sweating to a normal level – without artificially supplied hormones and time-consuming visits to the acupuncture practice. Due to its quick and easy application, those affected can continue their daily routine normally and experience no additional restriction of their personal freedom. Thus, the antiperspirant can be considered a guarantee for improved quality of life in two ways. A healthy lifestyle can support the effect Besides the hormonal changes during menopause, other factors can also promote increased sweating. Stress, overweight, and lack of exercise are the usual suspects in this context. In addition, coffee, alcohol, as well as heavily spiced or hard-to-digest foods can increase sweating. To effectively counter the annoying sweat outbreaks and sustainably reduce sweating, be sure to get enough exercise and maintain a balanced diet.
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