Gangnam
Dr. Yoongon Ryu
Aesthetic Medicine Specialist
Flagship clinic · KOL for leading lifting & regenerative devices
Intradermal botulinum toxin type A can reduce plantar sweating within 3 to 7 days, with dryness commonly lasting several months; over 30,000 treatments inform how we set expectations.
Before treatment, plantar hyperhidrosis means damp, slippery soles that soak socks and cause odour. After botulinum toxin type A is injected across the sole, sweating typically drops within 3 to 7 days and stays reduced for several months. Photos rarely show sweat, so the real before and after is felt as drier, more comfortable feet.
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Plantar hyperhidrosis is excessive, uncontrolled sweating of the soles of the feet beyond what the body needs for temperature control. It can make footwear slippery, cause odour, damage shoes, and affect confidence. Botulinum toxin type A treatment addresses it by temporarily blocking the nerve signals that switch on the sweat glands in the treated skin.
The realistic before and after here is functional rather than photographic. Before treatment, the sole stays wet and clammy; after treatment, sweating falls markedly, usually within a week, and the foot feels dry. Studies of plantar hyperhidrosis report substantial improvement and better quality of life, with one series of 129 patients confirming meaningful, repeatable benefit. Effects are not permanent, so the improvement is a managed, recurring result rather than a one-time fix.
At Reberry Clinic in Seoul, Korea, plantar treatment is planned in a consultation, with numbing measures used because the sole is sensitive. Setting honest expectations, dryness you feel rather than dramatic photos, is central to a good before-and-after experience.
Botulinum toxin type A is a neuromodulator that blocks acetylcholine, the chemical messenger that tells sweat glands to activate. For plantar hyperhidrosis the toxin is delivered intradermally, into the shallow skin layer of the sole, across roughly 15 to 20 evenly spaced points per foot so the whole sweating area is covered. Once the signal is interrupted, the treated sweat glands stay quiet for months until nerve endings regrow. Because it acts on glands rather than muscle, walking is not weakened, though the dense nerve supply of the sole makes numbing important for comfort. This gland-level mechanism is why the before-and-after is measured in dryness and comfort, not in visible surface change.
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The clinic’s doctors confirm plantar hyperhidrosis and map the 1 sweating zone per foot to be covered.
Numbing cream, cooling, or other measures are used because the sole has a high density of nerve endings.
Botulinum toxin type A is placed across about 15 to 20 shallow points per foot to cover the sweating area.
Sweating drops noticeably within roughly 3 to 7 days as the gland signals are blocked.
The dry result commonly lasts several months, after which 1 repeat session restores the effect, usually 1 to 2 times per year.
See representative outcomes from Reberry Clinic. Results build gradually and vary by individual; your plan is assessed at consultation.
Your sweating is assessed in English, severity graded, and the treatment area for each foot planned.
Numbing and cooling are applied, then about 15 to 20 shallow injections per foot are placed in roughly 30 minutes.
Mild tenderness may last a day or two; walking is usually comfortable soon after.
Sweating drops within about 3 to 7 days, with full effect by around 2 weeks.
Dryness commonly lasts several months; avoid heavy foot exertion for the rest of the day, then resume normally.
The change is functional, not visual: before, soles stay wet and slippery; after, sweating falls within about 3 to 7 days and feet feel dry for months. Because sweat barely shows in photos, judge the before and after by comfort, sock dryness, and reduced odour rather than by images. See our botox injection page for the mechanism.
Most people notice a clear drop in sweating within 3 to 7 days, with the full effect by about 2 weeks. It is not instant, because the toxin needs time to block the gland signals. If your feet are still damp on day one, that is expected and not a sign of failure.
Dryness commonly lasts several months per session before sweating gradually returns as nerve endings recover. Studies of plantar hyperhidrosis report durable benefit across this range. Because it is not a one-time fix, most people repeat this injection treatment once or twice a year to maintain the result.
The sole has a high density of nerve endings, so injections can be sensitive, which is why numbing cream, cooling, and gentle technique are used. Most patients describe brief, tolerable discomfort rather than severe pain. Discomfort settles quickly, and any tenderness usually fades within a day or two.
Yes. The treatment targets sweat glands, not muscles, so walking strength is preserved. You may feel mild tenderness in the soles for a day or two, so heavy exercise is best avoided that day. Most people walk out comfortably and return to normal activity quickly.
Downtime is minimal: some tenderness, tiny injection marks, or occasional mild bruising for a day or two. You can usually resume daily life the same day while avoiding intense foot exertion. For a fuller recovery timeline, see our botox injection page.
Typically about 15 to 20 shallow injection points per foot are used to cover the sweating area evenly, as reported in published technique. The exact number depends on foot size and how widespread the sweating is. Your plan is confirmed in a consultation so the whole affected area is treated.
Usually one session per treatment cycle gives several months of dryness, then it is repeated as the effect fades. Most people settle into 1 to 2 sittings per year. During a consultation the clinic’s doctors advise timing based on how quickly your sweating returns after the first result.
Yes, many people with palmoplantar sweating treat palms and soles together, and studies report quality-of-life gains for both. Doses and comfort measures are planned per area. Combining is discussed in consultation so the whole pattern of sweating is addressed rather than one area at a time.
Most people report only minor, temporary effects: tenderness, small bruises, or brief soreness when walking. Because the sole has no fine motor role like the hand, weakness concerns are limited. Serious problems are uncommon with careful intradermal dosing. Raise any medical history in your consultation so treatment is tailored safely.
Sweat is largely invisible in still images, so the before and after is experienced as dryness, comfort, and less odour rather than a visible change. Reliable accounts describe how feet feel and how socks and shoes fare, not dramatic photos. Treat any claim of a striking visual transformation with caution.
Yes, some international patients pair foot treatment with a facial plan on the same trip to make travel efficient. For example, a glass facial skin session addresses a separate skin goal. Any combination is planned in consultation so timing and comfort work together.
Cost depends on the area treated, the amount of toxin needed, and whether one or both feet are done, so it is discussed during a consultation rather than fixed online. Our botox injection care is consultation-led, so an assessment gives you an accurate, individual figure.
The session itself takes around 30 minutes with minimal downtime, so many international patients allow just 1 to 2 days. This covers a consultation, treatment, and a short rest before any long walking or flights. Since dryness builds over 3 to 7 days, you need not stay for the full effect.
Flying the same or next day is generally fine, as downtime is minimal, though your soles may feel a little tender at first. Avoid heavy walking, long standing, and intense exercise for the rest of the day. If you have a concern before travelling, message us in English for advice.
You can contact the clinic in English via WhatsApp once home if you have questions as the effect settles over 3 to 7 days. Remote follow-up is common for this treatment. Our botox injection page outlines expected timelines, and we can advise if your result differs.
| Botulinum toxin type A | Strong antiperspirants | Iontophoresis | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modality | Intradermal neuromodulator | Topical aluminium salts | Mild electrical current in water |
| How applied | In-clinic injections | Applied at home nightly | Repeated home or clinic sessions |
| Onset | About 3 to 7 days | Gradual over weeks | Gradual over several sessions |
| Best for | Moderate to severe sweating | Mild sweating | People avoiding injections |
| Duration of effect | Several months per session | Only while used regularly | Only with ongoing sessions |
| Comfort | Numbing needed, brief | Can irritate skin | Tingling during sessions |
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