Some women are sure that hot water and soap are enough to maintain intimate hygiene. Most often, the procedure occurs on the principle of "take what is on the side of the bath and use as intended." Gynecologists, however, argue that this approach is fundamentally wrong and even harmful to health. According to experts, instead of standard detergents, special intimate gels should be used - otherwise you risk violating the microflora.
What it is?
Bright bottles marked "for intimate hygiene" began to appear on the shelves of Russian stores relatively recently - from about the mid-nineties. Today they are represented quite widely: intimate gels, wet wipes, foams and even deodorants. All of them are needed in order to maintain a normal acid-base balance in the area of the external genitalia. Someone may object: they say that a healthy female body itself is able to support it, and no auxiliary means are needed for this. However, this is not quite true. At risk are women who: regularly visit the pool of chlorinated water, experience intense stress (this can be fitness or aerobics), wear synthetic underwear, abuse tight jeans, use daily panty liners, take oral contraceptives or antibiotics, and experience frequent stresses. A familiar picture, isn't it? If you checked at least one item from this list, intimate gels are simply necessary for you.
What are they needed for?
According to doctors, the pH in the intimate zone is about 4.5-5.0. Liquid soap or shower gel have an alkaline environment, which has a negative effect on the acidity of our "tender places", washing out beneficial lactobacilli. This can lead to a number of unpleasant consequences: from dryness and discomfort arising during sexual intercourse, to thrush. Intimate gels with lactic acid help restore acid-base balance.
How to choose a product?
As noted above, the range of such funds in pharmacies is very wide. However, do not rush to grab the first one: first, carefully study the label. Look for a moisturizing intimate gel with lactic acid and aloe or chamomile extract : it works well on the vaginal mucosa, moisturizing it and promoting regeneration. However, it should not contain artificial colors or flavors: if
the food is really high-quality, it will have a faint “medical” smell and a characteristic white color. The most popular products among women are products of brands such as Lacticide and Epigen. Good remedies are provided by Nivea, Avon and Carefree. It must be remembered that an intimate cream gel is by no means intended for the treatment of female diseases: if you are concerned about itching and burning, consult a specialist immediately.
How to use it?
The use of the product will depend on which variety you have chosen. An intimate soap or gel is used during washing. The same goes for foam and mousse. Napkins are indispensable in situations such as long shopping trips, trips - you can use them anywhere. But deodorants (sometimes it happens) can be applied only to a clean body, they will not replace the bath.