Vaginas go through a lot. From periods and sex to childbirth and menopause. Not only do they house the miracle of life itself, but they clean themselves too. Much to the fortune of vagina owners, this is one of the few body parts that are happiest when left alone and doesn't need a range of self-care products to keep it going. Read on to understand how to maintain vaginal hygiene in a way that's easy on your body and your pocket.She's Got ThisAs if giving life and providing orgasms wasn't impressive enough, the vagina is a self-cleaning organ that washes itself by producing secretions (commonly called vaginal discharge). The vaginal canal hosts a bunch of good bacteria in your vaginal microbiome that maintain an ideal (and slightly acidic) pH balance, keeping unwanted bacteria at bay. https://giphy.com/gifs/my-fair-lady-henry-higgins-by-george-i-think-shes-got-it-luXdvPlTCf4IgUQcnK Less Is MoreFor every part of the body, there's an IG feed full of self-care products out there to jumpstart it… vaginas included. These personal hygiene products promise to whiten, clean, and freshen up your vulva, treating it more like a rose garden than the low-maintenance bush that it is. The fact of the matter is that these are unnecessary products steeped in misogyny, standing to cause more harm than good. You don't need anything more than simple warm water to keep your vagina clean, and some mild soap to use on the external bits of your genitals (i.e. your vulva). Vaginal whitening creams, washes, douches, and fragrances are not necessary. On the contrary, using too many of these products can be detrimental, increasing your chances of infection. Not to mention the extra addition to your existing expenses. https://giphy.com/gifs/theboldtype-tbt-the-bold-type-f3pK4NnMMhH5clUf37 Care For Down ThereIt doesn't take a whole lot to learn how to maintain vaginal hygiene. Just let it do its own thing. But when it comes to your vulva, that self-cleansing function doesn't extend. Thankfully all you need is some water and mild, unscented soap that is pH balanced. Save all the creams, cleansers, and mists for parts of your body that are actually exposed to the elements. https://giphy.com/gifs/throwingshade-gay-tv-land-l3q2wDX4YittWNMv6 Keep in mind these few tips for your sensitive bits:
- Always practice safe sex to avoid unnecessary consequences.
- If you're putting anything inside your vagina, make sure you read the label. Ditch the artificially flavored condoms, and tampons, and pick things that have 'natural' or 'body safe' in their ingredient list.
- Invest some time to find the best lubricant in India. A water-based lubricant like MyMuse's Glide lubricant gel is a good option as it is also pH balanced and doesn't contain harmful ingredients.
- We know it's not the most fun activity, but get tested for STIs (when you change your partners) and schedule regular cervical screenings.
- While it's great to share toys, remember to use them internally only for one partner and always wash toys before and after each use.
- Keep things easy and breezy by avoiding clothes that are super tight and switching out of sweaty workout clothes ASAP. Opt for cotton undies, especially in the warmer months.
- And last but not least, no matter how tired you are, always pee after sex.
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