Translation guide
A product that reduces sweating, often used on underarms. In Japanese, this is typically expressed with loanwords or descriptive phrases.
Referring to the cosmetic or hygiene product that prevents or reduces perspiration.
The standard Japanese term for antiperspirant, literally 'sweat-control agent'. Used in product labels and everyday conversation.
This antiperspirant lasts a long time.
Literally 'sweat stopper'. A more colloquial term, often used in casual conversation or on product packaging.
Direct loanword from English. Recognized by some, but not as common as 制汗剤 or デオドラント. May appear in specialized contexts.
Overseas, antiperspirants are mainstream.
Loanword from 'deodorant'. Often used interchangeably with antiperspirant in Japan, though technically deodorant only masks odor. Many Japanese products combine both functions.
I bought a deodorant spray.
夏は汗止めが欠かせません。
In summer, antiperspirant is essential.