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Don’t let em see you sweat or do.
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Why do we sweat?
“Sweat is secreted by glands in our skin, covering the surface with moisture.
The sweat evaporates, cooling our skin and bringing down our skin temperature,” she explains.
Are there any benefits to sweating?
Like Dr. Palm said, the job of sweat is to prevent our bodies from becoming overheated.
“Toxic metals like mercury are not detoxified through the skin,” she explains.
Is sweat bad for your skin?
And… we’ve got good news!
“Sweat [prompts] your pores to flush out oil and dirt,” says Dr. Viscusi.
If you’re on the move, Dr. Viscusi suggests wiping it away with a clean towel.
She also suggests wearing breathable fabrics or 100 percent cotton clothing during times you predict you’ll be sweating.
