2025年07月03日 / ライフスタイル

Complete Guide to Conquering "Facial Sweat" in Summer ── A Thorough Explanation from the Correct Way to Wipe, the "Face Includes the Ear Canal" Cleansing Technique, to Lifestyle Habits to Control Sweat

Complete Guide to Conquering "Facial Sweat" in Summer ── A Thorough Explanation from the Correct Way to Wipe, the "Face Includes the Ear Canal" Cleansing Technique, to Lifestyle Habits to Control Sweat

Table of Contents

  1. Mechanism of Unstoppable Facial Sweating

  2. Effects of Facial Sweating on Skin and Mental Health

  3. Correct Wiping Method: "Press" and "Cool" as Basics

  4. "The Face Includes the Ear Canal" Cleansing Rules

  5. Seven Lifestyle Tips to "Reduce Sweating"

  6. Sweat-Resistant Base and Retouch Techniques to Prevent Makeup Meltdown

  7. Medical Approaches: The Frontline of Hyperhidrosis Treatment

  8. FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions from Readers

  9. Checklist to Start Today

  10. Conclusion


1. Mechanism of Unstoppable Facial Sweating

1-1 The Face as the "Brain's Radiator"

To prevent the brain from overheating, the head sweats the fastest in the body. Especially in the forehead, there is a high density of eccrine sweat glands that activate instantly not only due to temperature but also mental tension.


1-2 Summer's "Double Stimulus"

The rise in skin temperature due to direct sunlight and the activation of sebum by UV rays stimulate the sweat glands, accelerating facial sweating. Additionally, high humidity reduces evaporation efficiency, leading to a vicious cycle of increased sweat.


2. Effects of Facial Sweating on Skin and Mental Health

  • Makeup Meltdown and Oxidized Sebum: Foundation sinks into pores and oxidizes, causing dullness.

  • Skin Irritation and Mask Sebum: The combination of sweat and masks creates a high-temperature, high-humidity environment for extended periods, promoting bacterial growth.

  • Social Stress: Even in online meetings, shine is emphasized by light reflection, leading to decreased self-esteem.


3. Correct Wiping Method: "Press" + "Cool"

In a TBS N Star interview, a beauty consultant explained, "Use a handkerchief or tissue to absorb sweat by 'gently pressing'." Materials with texture like linen are not recommended; 100% cotton gauze is ideal.newsdig.tbs.co.jp


ProcedureKey PointsNotes
① Fold the handkerchief in halfIncrease the absorption area and avoid pressure on a single pointLightly moisten with a steam towel for enhanced cooling effect
② Press in the order of "T-zone → U-zone"Absorb before it flows down due to gravityDo not rub Hold for 3 seconds
③ Cool the lymph nodes with cooling sheetsBack of the neck and below the collarboneLower body temperature and suppress sweat
④ Apply UV and primer in dotsTap with fingertips without rubbingRestore makeup longevity


4. "The Face Includes the Ear Canal" Cleansing Rules

Dermatologist Nobuko Yoshiki emphasizes, "From the front of the ear to the entrance of the ear canal, there are many sebaceous glands, a breeding ground for acne.Carry the foam to the ears."newsdig.tbs.co.jp



  1. Lukewarm water at 32-34°C: Too hot leads to excessive sebum secretion, too cold makes it hard to remove dirt.

  2. Foam application within 30 seconds: Roll dense foam only. Protect lips from washing to prevent dryness.

  3. Rinse with fingertips 20 times: Focus on zero residue at the hairline and in front of the ears.

  4. Gently pat dry with a clean towel: Frictionless and moisture control are key.


5. Seven Lifestyle Tips to "Reduce Sweating"

CategoryExampleRationale
Chest Band MethodLightly wrap a sweat-stopping band under the chestReduces facial sweating by suppressing chest sweating, based on the "hemisudorosis" theorysearch.rakuten.co.jp
AcupressurePress Yuji, Daibao, and Hegu for 10 seconds each × 5Calms the sympathetic nervous system according to traditional Chinese medicinenaturesway.jp
Sweat Gland TrainingHigh-temperature bath for hands and feet for 10 minutes → Cold water for 30 seconds × 3 setsTrains eccrine glands to lower salt concentration
Low GI DietFocus on brown rice and soy proteinPrevents sweating due to rapid blood sugar spikes
Magnesium SupplementationAlmonds and spinachStabilizes the autonomic nervous system
Bath 90 Minutes Before BedLowers core body temperature first to reduce night sweats
Deep Breathing + 5 Minutes of MeditationShift from Sympathetic to ParasympatheticReduces stress-induced facial sweating


6. Sweat-Resistant Base and Retouch Techniques to Prevent Makeup Meltdown

Beauty magazine VOCE recommends the five steps of "moisturize after lymph cooling → adhesive primer → thin film foundation → sebum-absorbing powder → fixing mist." It also introduces a reverse idea that leaving a slight amount of sweat increases adhesion.i-voce.jp


7. Medical Approaches: The Frontline of Hyperhidrosis Treatment

  • Aluminum Chloride Topical: Physically blocks sweat pores. Apply at night → wash face in the morning to reduce irritation.

  • Type A Botulinum Toxin Injection: Several points on the forehead and nose bridge. Effects last 4-6 months.

  • MiraDry: Uses microwaves to thermally alter sweat glands. Primarily for underarms, but research is being conducted for facial sweating.


8. FAQ

Q. Is tissue okay?
A. Yes, but powder tends to adhere, so it's recommended to tissue off before applying makeup.

Q. Sweat reappears right after wiping...
A. Cooling the deep lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and groinlowers the sweating set point, extending the duration.

Q. The chest band feels tight...
A. Long-term wear can impede blood flow. Limit to within 30 minutes before going out.amazon.co.jp


9. Checklist to Start Today

  •  Always have a cotton gauze handkerchief

  •  Stimulate chest band + Yuji acupoint 30 minutes before going out

  •  Press gently in the order of forehead → cheeks → nose, do not rub

  •  Apply UV in dots → set with powder

  •  30-second foam cleansing after returning home (up to the front of the ears)

  •  Sweat gland training twice a week


10. Conclusion

Facial sweat management involves "pressing without rubbing" and "washing up to the ears."Friction-freeskincare and optimizinglifestyle habitsare like two wheels of a cart. Combine immediate techniques and long-term improvements to update for a summer where you "control shine, not oiliness."

List of Reference Articles

  1. TBS NEWS DIG "What to Do About the Summer Enemy 'Facial Sweat'? Investigating the Correct Wiping Method" 2025-07-02 newsdig.tbs.co.jp

  2. TBS NEWS DIG "Cleansing Tips: 'The Face Includes the Ear Canal'" 2025-07-02 newsdig.tbs.co.jp##