0 a substance that is put on the skin, especially under the arms, in order to prevent or reduce sweating --
1 acting to prevent or reduce sweating: --
an antiperspirant deodorant
2 a substance that is put on the skin, esp. under the arms, in order to prevent or reduce perspiration (= the excretion of liquid through the skin) --
Aerosol antiperspirants may be particularly helpful to control sweat on the feet.
Treatment of diaphoresis most often begins at home with over-the-counter antiperspirants.
The deodorant/antiperspirant, lip gloss, lip shine, lip balm, hair wax, and the betty's body wash have all been discontinued.
Aerosol antiperspirant products may, however, be applied to non-underarm body areas where excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) is a problem.
Certain products such as baby powder, or antiperspirant may help with keeping the problem areas dry.
A 2003 study indicated underarm shaving with antiperspirant/deodorant use may play a role in breast cancer.
Odaban antiperspirant is marketed in three forms: a hermetically sealed pump spray, hand lotion and foot powder.
Antiperspirants with propylene glycol, when applied to the axillae, can cause irritation and may promote sensitization to other ingredients in the antiperspirant.
