We know planning a summer wardrobe is no fun if you fear “pitting out” and showing off your noticeable sweat.

Did you know our bodies – particularly in hot weather – can lose up to a quart of fluid per day, but this is just the average for those individuals who have “normal” perspiration? Someone like yourself who sweats more than you want to or who is diagnosed with an excessive sweating problem, will sweat even more.

So now what are you supposed to do? Don’t worry, there are options!

While there are several ways to “curb the water works” including surgery or Botox injections to the underarm area, Certain Dri’s expert derm, Dr. David Bank, recommends that most people start with the least invasive and least expensive options first. Here’s what he suggests for a sweat-free, dry summer wardrobe:

• Hang Loose: Wear loose fitting clothes to allow air to circulate around the body, allowing sweat to evaporate. Tight-fitting clothes cause sweat to be trapped in a film on the skin, which can result in body odor or noticeable sweat stains.
• Go Natural: Wear natural fibers next to the skin, such as cotton, which allow the skin to breathe. Avoid synthetic man-made fibers, such as nylon or spandex that limit ventilation and actually trap moisture.
• Powder’s a Plus: Apply a cornstarch-based body powder to help keep skin dryer throughout the day.
• Antiperspirant vs. Deodorant: Curb the waterworks while you sleep. Look for Certain Dri Anti-Perspirant Roll-On with 12 percent aluminum chloride, which is the same active ingredient in prescription-strength antiperspirants, but in a gentler, non-alcohol formula. Certain Dri Antiperspirant is clinically tested and dermatologist-recommended as the most effective solution for excessive underarm sweating, as well as for occasional, excessive sweating due to stress, heat, sports, occupation, etc.
• Chill Out: Consider relaxation techniques, such as yoga. This can help to control the stress that can also trigger perspiration. Many times people who suffer from excessive sweating also worry about it so much that they create a spiral effect. Suffering from excessive sweating can be a debilitating condition on an emotional, social and functional level.
• Eat and Drink Right: For some, certain foods and beverages can exacerbate an excessive sweating problem and also cause increased body odor, such as drinks that contain caffeine or foods that contain high amounts of garlic or onions.

If you suffer from sweaty feet and need help, check out the new Certain Dri Feet products at http://www.certaindrifeet.com. These two new products control problematic foot perspiration and odor.

If over-the-counter options don’t solve the issue of excessive perspiration for you personally, you should speak to your dermatologist or other health professional about a stronger prescription antiperspirant or other medical procedures/options now available.

Visit http://www.certaindri.com for additional information about the products. Or visit www.certaindri.com/ww for a special sweepstakes offer from Certain Dri and Woman’s World magazine.

**This information is for information purposes only and should not be construed as a personal medical diagnosis or formal medical advice by a physician.**

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