Do you really know?

Why do we sweat?


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The last week or so has seen temperatures reach around 20° in the south of England, and you can expect to see similar temperatures for the next month or so as we head into summer.

Whenever the weather warms up, there’s always a temptation to try to mask any odours or stains that are coming from our sweaty bodies, but it’s worth bearing in mind that sweating is actually a crucial bodily function. Did you know that sweat is a watery solution that contains mostly water, but also some minerals and proteins.

Just what is the purpose of sweat then? Is there a link between sweating and hair removal? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions!

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