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It's a common enough problem—you've been focused on your game for a few hours, but your hands are distractingly sweaty. This can make it hard to hold your controller and it's probably affecting your gameplay. While there's no way to completely stop yourself from sweating, there are several quick solutions. Read our answers to some of the most common questions about sweaty hands while gaming.
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Rub grip-enhancer lotion on your hands to improve your grip. Squeeze a drop of the lotion onto your palms and rub them together for 15 seconds. Keep rubbing the product across your palms and fingers until they feel dry. The lotion can reduce sweating so it's easier to hold your controller. [1] X Research source
- Look for a lotion that includes isopropyl alcohol, silica, glycerin, xanthan gum, and antiperspirant.
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2Coat your clean hands with cornstarch. Wash your hands with soapy water and dry them really well to remove dirt, grease, and bacteria. Shake cornstarch onto your palms and rub your hands together. Work the cornstarch between your fingers and get your hands completely coated. Then, wait about 15 minutes so the cornstarch can really dry out your hands. Take a dry cloth and wipe off the excess cornstarch before you start playing. [2] X Research source
- You can use baby powder instead of cornstarch but look for talcum-free products since studies suggest talc contains asbestos which can cause cancer. [3] X Trustworthy Source American Cancer Society Nonprofit devoted to promoting cancer research, education, and support Go to source
- You can also rub a piece of athletic chalk onto your palms to make it easier to grip your controller.
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Dry them on a clean cloth or napkin. You might find that you still sweat a little, even after trying preventative measures. For a quick fix, keep a hand towel near your gaming space so you can wipe your hands dry as soon as they feel sweaty. [7] X Research source
- Try doing this every time you get to a loading screen. It can prevent your hands from getting so sweaty that the controller feels slippery when you hold it.
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2Take breaks to help you relax. It's no surprise that you sweat more when you're anxious or tense—things you probably feel constantly when you're gaming! Try to take frequent breaks. Even stepping away for a few minutes can clear your head and reduce stress. You might walk around the room or just get up and stretch. [8] X Trustworthy Source Mayo Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to source
- Even pausing the game and taking several deep breaths may help to calm you.
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- Don't be alarmed if you notice yourself sweating a lot when you game. Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, is a medical condition that millions of people deal with.Thanks
- DermaDry (also known as iontophoresis) is an excellent, safe, and effective treatment for patients and gamers alike that can help with any excessive sweating on your hands.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=7d553698-faa1-155d-e053-2991aa0a7bb3&type=display
- ↑ https://youtu.be/4G4QDdu9Er4?t=200
- ↑ https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancer-causes/talcum-powder-and-cancer.html
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/a-z/hyperhidrosis-treatment
- ↑ https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancer-causes/antiperspirants-and-breast-cancer-risk.html
- ↑ https://esportsedition.com/featured/product-review-gamer-gloves/
- ↑ https://youtu.be/RQlAGa7drZw?t=241
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperhidrosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20367152
- ↑ https://youtu.be/4G4QDdu9Er4?t=17
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