Relax, we are not saying that you do not wash your intimate area, but surely you are not doing it in the best way. So we spoke to Keech Combe-Shetty, CEO of Vagisil and expert in intimate care, to explain how to do it right and have a healthy vagina.
The Vagisil expert shares with us some surprising data: 60% of women in Spain have had a vaginal problem in the last year and that, in addition, these vaginal problems are 12 times more frequent than the common cold. Dryness, stinging, itching and irritation in the area are the most common setbacks.
Any vaginal condition directly affects our intimate well-being, we refer above all to sexual relations. For women, intimate relationships are not only something physical but also emotional, so having a correct vaginal health facilitates our satisfactory sexual relations.
These are the Keech Combe-Shetty recommendations for proper vaginal hygiene:
The vagina must be cleaned daily, just like we do with our body.
2. Products
The most important thing is to use specific hygiene products that have the same pH as the vagina. Just as we use different products for hair, skin or teeth, the vagina also needs products specially formulated for it.
3. How do we do it?
You do not have to use sponges and it is always advisable to wipe from front to back.
4. Different moments
During menstruation, postpartum or menopause, our vagina has different needs. Vagisil offers products for any time and situation. For example, Vagisil Odor Block is ideal to neutralize the most intense smell that we can have during menstruation or if we practice sports. Another very interesting product is Vagisil Moisturizing Gel, which imitates natural lubrication, something very necessary after having a baby or in menopause.
5. Sexual relations
The use of moisturizers, such as the Internal Hydrating Gel with Hyaluronic Acid, also prevents dryness and improves the elasticity and vitality of the skin. In addition, being internal it has a prolonged effect and it is only necessary to use it 2/3 times a week. It's very comfortable!
6. Different vaginas
If you notice that your vaginal area is more sensitive than normal, it will be very good for you to use Sensitive, a specific cleaning product without soaps, without dyes, without parabens.
7. Be careful with hair removal
The absence of hair makes the intimate area more unprotected against bacteria and, therefore, it is even more important to be extremely clean and use the appropriate products.
8. When in doubt …
Consult a doctor. If you notice a really annoying itch or the discharge from your vagina has darkened and smells very strong, it is best to go to your gynecologist as it could be a yeast infection or a yeast infection.
