If you sweat excessively, you’re likely to have sensitive skin as well, with new research confirming the two go hand-in-hand.
A team led by Adam Friedman of George Washington University and Linqing Zhang of Virginia Tech used machine learning models to examine survey data from more than 600 people who sweat excessively.
It uncovered a significant link between excessive sweating — a condition known as primary hyperhidrosis — and sensitive skin.
People with primary hyperhidrosis sweat four times more than needed to cool the body — even when they’re not exposed to high temperatures or exercising. The condition affects specific areas such as the hands, feet, face and armpits.
People with sensitive skin often experience itching, burning and tightness when exposed to heat, sweat, skincare products and stress.
Researchers found that folks with hyperhydrosis are more likely than most people to have sensitive skin. Sensitivity often goes beyond areas that sweat excessively, showing that perspiration isn’t the cause of their skin sensitivity.