Perspiration is a highly effective way for the body to regulate its internal temperature. The sweat centers, located in the lumbar medulla, with a dominant center in the medulla oblongata, perform this regulatory function by acting on the sweat glands. A thermoregulatory center located in the hypothalamus completes this action.
The dermis containssweat glands (including apocrine* and eccrine** glands). These are responsible for eliminating waste products through sweat, at a rate of 1L per day.
The sebaceous glands produce sebum, an oily, toxic substance whose purpose is to waterproof the skin, protect it from microbes and prevent it from drying out.
* apocrine glands are located under the armpits, in the genital, anal and umbilical areas. They produce sweat for sexual purposes.
**eccrine glands are located throughout the rest of the body, and produce elimination sweat.
Essential oils can be an effective remedy for excessive perspiration. They are natural and can act deep down to regulate the sweat glands and reduce sweat production. What's more, they can add a touch ofpleasant aroma to your daily routine.
Some oils, such as lavender, chamomile and rosemary, are known for their calming and cooling effect on the skin, which can help relieve irritation caused by excessive perspiration. It's important to choose high-quality oils and use them correctly for best results. Don't hesitate to consult an aromatherapist for advice on which oils are best suited to your needs and how to use them. Essential oils can be a wise choice for restoring comfort and freshness to everyday life.
Excessive sweat production is called hyperhydrosis. Excess perspiration, caused by heat, but also by emotions and diet (spices, coffee, chocolate, etc.), often gives off very unpleasant odors.Hyperhydrosis is excessive sweat production, localized to the armpits or the extremities of the hands and feet!It is due to a dysfunction of the sweat glands, which produce sweat, with no known cause. It is a real nuisance in everyday life.
Sweating is a normal physiological process that becomes pathological when it becomes excessive (up to 1 liter of water per hour over the course of a day). This hypersweating or hyperhidrosis can be a social and professional handicap (permanently clammy hands, sweat beading on the forehead, halos on shirts, dresses or T-shirts). In any case, it's important to drink plenty of water to limit the dehydration caused by hyperhidrosis.
For more information on how to limit excessive sweating with essential oils, ask your pharmacist for advice.
Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is characterized by abnormally high sweat production, often localized:
This condition, often without an identified cause, can be triggered or aggravated by :
Hyperhidrosis is a real social and professional handicap, leading to embarrassing situations such as halos on clothes, sweaty hands and persistent discomfort. In the event of excessive sweating, it's essential to drink plenty of water to avoid the risk of dehydration.
Essential oils are an effective, natural solution to hyperhidrosis. They act by regulating the sweat glands, providing a sensation of freshness and fighting the bacteria responsible for unpleasant odours.
Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia)
Palmarosa Essential Oil (Cymbopogon martinii)
Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvia sclarea)
Peppermint Essential Oil (Mentha piperita)
Roman Chamomile Essential Oil (Chamaemelum nobile)
Soin-et-Nature offers a wide selection of essential oils to meet your health, well-being and natural care needs. Here are the sub-categories available:
These essential oils, available on Soin-et-Nature, offer natural and effective solutions to improve your health, well-being and quality of life on a daily basis.
