A cosmetic method for reducing perspiration of the body and/or for reducing body odor triggered by perspiration is provided herein. In one embodiment, the method includes the step of applying an antiperspirant cosmetic agent (M1) to human skin. The method further includes the step of maintaining the antiperspirant cosmetic agent (M1) on the application site for at least an hour. A packaging unit is also provided herein. In another embodiment, the packaging unit includes, formulated separately from one another, a) at least one first container (C1), containing a cosmetic agent (M1), and b) at least one second container (C2), containing a cosmetic agent (M2).
