Panamanian Women Don't Sweat

Seriously, Panamanian women do not sweat. They don't perspire. Their makeup doesn't run down their faces when they step out into the the 90+ degree heat. Their hair doesn't look like a scouring pad in this 99% humidity the moment they get out of the car. They simply "glow". They wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts. They can even get away with the layered look if they'd like. I don't get it. Is there a particular gene that I'm lacking?

Me, on the other hand, ever since I've been here, I've said that if you want twice the body and three times the curl in your hair, come to Panama. Sweat? I wear shorts and a tank top, put my hair up in a pony tail (2 out of 3 are fashion no-nos, by the way), and still, one step out the door, and I look like a just got out of a pool and had my hair blown dry to resemble Bozo the Clown. By the way, did I mention I normally have naturally straight hair? Now, I've been told that there are hair straightening treatments, which I would never have dreamed I needed when living in the States. Ok, I may look into that. But, other than having a talk with the Big Guy Upstairs and asking Him to lower the temps and humidity a bit, any suggestions on how to get "the glow"?

Well, it's time to walk the dog - make up free (check), pony tail (check), shorts (check), antiperspirant (check). Honestly, who cares? I'll just take a shower when I get back.