MiraDry is a TGA-approved “sweat killer” that also eliminates odour and keeps armpit hair from growing. miraDry targets the specific skin layer where sweat glands and follicles are located, without affecting surrounding tissues.
Think of miraDry as a total hygiene reset with minimal downtime. At Dr Refresh, we invite you to experience this new standard of personal care, moving “beyond the moisture” and into total hygiene care in just one session.
We’re the only dermatologist-led clinic specialising in MiraDry treatment in Sydney. Learn more about how miraDry works, and contact our clinical specialist team today to get started.
The Science of the “Triple Threat”: How miraWave Technology Works
MiraDry uses miraWave microwave technology to deliver precise heat. Rather than blasting the skin’s surface, heat is applied beneath it, targeting the sweat glands where underarm issues such as excessive sweating, odour, and hair growth begin. With miraWave, you feel warmth, not skin damage, with heat working with the body, not against it.
That Dermal-Fat Sweet Spot
MiraWave targets the area called the dermal-fat interface, where these three issues are located (sweat, hair, and odour). Therefore, MiraDry is the ultimate multitasking weapon to eliminate these targets [1]:
- Eccrine Glands: The source of sweat or moisture.
- Apocrine Glands: The source of odour and where bacteria break down and thrive.
- Hair Follicles: The source of underarm hair also traps moisture and smell.
Once these targets have been eliminated, they do not regenerate. Thus, you need only one MiraDry treatment to achieve long-term freedom from sweat, odour, and unwanted hair.
Ending the “Mid-Day Smell”: MiraDry for Bromhidrosis (Odour)
Do you know that sweat itself does not smell? Contrary to popular belief, sweat is odourless. Sweat only starts to smell when it interacts with the apocrine glands. These glands release proteins that bacteria love, eventually creating the familiar underarm smell. And the term for chronic, foul-smelling sweat is bromhidrosis [2].
The Triple Threat: miraWave Targets the Source
MiraWave focuses on the dermal-fat interface, where the sweat and odour glands and hair follicles are located. By targeting these sources, it can effectively and permanently eliminate sweating, foul odour, and unwanted hair growth in a single session.
Comparing MiraDry with Deodorants
Deodorants remove odour by masking it. But after a few hours of exercise or physical activity, when you start sweating again, the odour reappears. On the other hand, MiraDry eliminates odour at the source, even eliminating the need to apply antiperspirants altogether.
Your Road to Chemical-Free Underarms
Deodorants contain aluminium and zinc salts, as well as fragrance. Regular use also causes the buildup of these chemicals, which may affect the skin’s natural microbiome, leading to various skin problems [3]. With MiraDry, you avoid applying deodorant, allowing you to enjoy fresh, clean, chemical-free underarms all day, every day.
The Bonus Benefit: Permanent Underarm Hair Reduction
While not used for hair removal, MiraDry treatments result in 60-70% permanent hair reduction, often across all hair colours. This means, unlike laser hair removal, MiraDry is not dependent on pigment. It will work safely and effectively on blonde, grey, or ginger hair.
MiraDry for hair removal also has additional benefits
- You don’t have to shave
- No more ingrown hairs
- Enjoy smoother, flawless skin in just one session
Although permanent hair removal is an added benefit of MiraDry, it remains a smart investment given the time and cost of regular waxing, shaving, and even tweezing underarm hair.
The “Deodorant-Free” Lifestyle: Why it Matters at Dr Refresh
Nowadays, more people are moving away from aluminium-based antiperspirants because these products only temporarily block sweat and often leave sticky residues on the skin and clothes. Some even experience skin irritation, darkening, and heaviness under the arms.
Comfortable Dry Underarms
Imagine keeping your underarms dry and fresh all day. There’s no more sticky residue, white or black marks on clothes, and most of all, you don’t have to reapply deodorant constantly. You feel comfortable and unbothered even during exercise, physical activity, or during stressful times.
Minimalist Grooming
MiraDry is for busy professionals and high-performers. It is the ultimate grooming technique: with just one session, you enjoy chemical-free underarms, saving you time and stress all day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will I never have to wear deodorant again?
Most patients who have tried MiraDry find that they can completely do away with deodorant. Some use only a light, natural spray for peace of mind.
Q: Can I get MiraDry if I’ve already had laser hair removal?
Yes, you may get MiraDry even after laser hair removal. It is the perfect “clean up” for any remaining hair and for effectively solving sweat issues.
Q: Does it work on all skin and hair types?
Yes, MiraDry will work on all skin and hair types.
Q: How long until I see the “odour-free” results?
Typically, you will see immediate results after the initial swelling subsides.
Make a Booking With Dr Refresh Today
MiraDry is not just a treatment for excessive sweating. It is a total upgrade for your underarm. It targets the source: sweat glands, odour glands, and hair follicles, for long-term freedom from sweat, odour, and unwanted hair.
No more deodorant, sticky residues, and constant grooming with MiraDry. It’s a chemical-free solution that keeps you feeling and looking fresh all day, every day.
Ready for a total hygiene reset? Experience the triple-benefit of MiraDry. Book your consultation at Dr Refresh today.
References
[1] MiraDry – Wellness for Your Underarms
[2] Medscape – Bromhidrosis
[3] MAGS Skin – Is Your Deodorant Making It Worse?
