9 Tricks To Keep Your Vulva and Vagina In Tip Top Shape
Taking care of your vulva means removing excess hair through shaving, waxing or laser hair removal and maintaining a pH-balancing feminine wash to eliminate any odours but as technologies move forward, now there is a mask, serums that promise to enhance of the look of your lady bits. Here are a few things to know about the delicate area and the proper way to take care of them.
1. Know your lady bits
Vagina usually refers to the internal organ and the exposed externally is known as vulva which includes your labia, clitoris and the opening of the vagina.
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2. A bacteria colony lives (and thrives) down there
There is a delicate balance of good bacteria that lives on the vulva which helps to keep your vulva healthy as it regulates the pH and helps to stave off potential infections.
3. Your vulva is very sensitive
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Applying skincare product on your vulva it is important to read and understand the label first because these area is extremely sensitive and the skin is thinner than elsewhere on our body.
4. Your vulva needs very little
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If you consult a gynaecologist, he or she will probably tell you that all you need to wash your intimate area with just water. If you used harsh cleanser that contains sulphates or artificial fragrances or dyes where this chemical has high potential on causing irritation.
5. You don’t have to worry about pollutants
Unlike the normal skin, the vulva rarely sees the light of the day and it is not exposed to the environment factor-like UV rays or pollution. Just keep the area clean and dry will be fine.
6. Chafing can cause other problems
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Vulva undergoes constant chafing over the course of the day and it is worse when it comes to wearing thongs frequently so to minimise this discomfort, it is important to stick to comfortable underwear that is made from non-bleached cotton.
7. Ingrown hairs can be managed
When you removed your pubic hair by waxing or shaving, there will a chance it will grow back and most importantly you should try to pick at them because it is similar to pimples that can lead to infection and scarring instead apply a gentle anti-inflammatory product like tea tree oil. At the same time, it also contains clary sage and tea tree for an anti-bacterial and astringent effect to soothe skin, prevent ingrown and speed up the healing process.
8. You don’t have to clean it with soap every day
If you clean the vulva too much, you can end up stripping the skin from its a tural oil which are protecting you and just wash with water for one or two days will be fine. And if you need to wash up after sex, try to keep the usage soap by just once a day.
9. Avoid using scented pads and tampons
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Scented product may contain harsh perfumes that are bad for your sensitive vulva and vagina which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.