Sweat Glands

Sweat Glands: Sweat Producers on the Skin

Sweat is secreted through the sweat glands on the skin. These glands are found on almost all parts of our body, especially on the face, under the armpits, and on the hands and feet.

Depending on the sweat secretion, sweat glands are divided into 2 types: eccrine sweat glands (distributed over the entire body; sweat secretion serves for cooling) and apocrine sweat glands (located exclusively in the hairy areas of the body; also called scent glands, they serve for individual recognition).