Most women pay a lot of attention to skin care, makeup and completely forget about the more delicate areas. The intimate area also needs proper care. For this, many special products have been developed, one of which is a cream for intimate hygiene. Such a cosmetic product helps to soften and soothe irritated skin. Let's take a closer look at what intimate creams are and how to use them correctly.
Intimate hygiene products
The normal environment of the vagina contains both "good" and "bad" bacteria. If a woman is completely he althy, the number of beneficial microorganisms is much greater than the second. The acid balance of the intimate zone is somewhat different from the balance of human skin and is 3.8-4.3 pH. To maintain it, it is necessary to monitor not only the state of he alth, but also use special products for the care of intimate areas.
To maintain the required level of acidity in the delicate areayou must use the following tools:
- intimate soap;
- foam (mousse) for sensitive skin care;
- express cleaning wipes;
- cream (soothing) for intimate hygiene;
- intimate deodorant;
- gel for cleansing intimate areas.
It is highly recommended not to use ordinary toilet, cosmetic soap and gel. Such funds have an increased level of acidity, which negatively affects the microflora. Vaginal dysbacteriosis develops if the pH level is kept at 6 units.
Vaginal dysbacteriosis: causes of development
Bacterial vaginosis, or vaginal dysbacteriosis, is a gynecological ailment that occurs quite often in women. In a he althy woman, more than 95% of lactobacilli are present in the intimate area. They prevent the growth of pathogenic microorganisms and maintain the correct acid balance.
Hormonal disorders, improper hygiene, frequent change of sexual partners, prolonged antibiotic therapy, improperly selected contraceptives lead to vaginal dysbacteriosis. To prevent irritation and dryness in the intimate area, be sure to use soap or gel for intimate hygiene. Reviews of experts indicate that the composition of such products contains only "soft" surfactants that help maintain and restore the microflora.
Composition of intimate hygiene products
When buying products for the care of a delicate area, a woman needs to pay attentionon the composition of the product. An obligatory component is lactic acid, which allows you to maintain the desired balance of microflora and pH. It is desirable that the composition contains an antibacterial substance.
The consistency of funds is also slightly different. Soap for intimate hygiene should be more liquid. This is due to the fact that its composition uses polymers that do not irritate delicate skin and are easier to wash off with water.
Intimate products should not contain fragrances, dyes. Such a product has a delicate, delicate aroma due to the presence of natural ingredients in the composition, for example, an extract of medicinal herbs (sage, chamomile). For sensitive skin prone to irritation, you should choose a product containing aloe vera.
Soap or gel for intimate hygiene?
Reviews indicate that it is necessary to select an intimate remedy depending on the type of skin. With a tendency to dryness and irritation, a gel is more suitable. This is an emulsion that contains no soap at all. After application, a feeling of freshness and hydration remains. The composition of the gels should not contain various perfume fragrances, dyes. Such a tool practically does not foam.
Intimate soap will also help to maintain the correct balance of the vaginal microflora. Many women prefer this type of personal care products. Soap should not contain active detergents in the composition, fragrances. Typically, manufacturers enrich such a remedy with extracts of medicinal herbs.
Means "Vagilak"
As part of the complex therapy of gynecological pathologies and to eliminate vaginal dryness, you can use Vagilak gel. The product contains lactic acid, potassium sorbate, propylene glycol, hydroxyethyl cellulose and purified water. In the package you can find a special applicator for introducing the gel into the vagina. In addition, the product can simply be applied to the external genitalia.
Vagilak gel is often recommended for use by women during menopause, when against the background of hormonal changes there are various unpleasant sensations in the intimate area. According to reviews, the product is able to quickly eliminate dryness, irritation, itching. With such symptoms, the gel can be used daily. Thanks to the presence of lactic acid, the product supports a he althy microflora in the vagina.
Female intimate hygiene oil
Currently, not many women know this product. It is worth paying attention to with a tendency to irritation and dryness in the intimate area. Oil for intimate hygiene can be used daily. The product helps to cleanse and moisturize the delicate area.
An obligatory component in the composition is the same lactic acid, which helps to form a protective barrier and prevent the development of dysbacteriosis. A he althy vaginal microflora is the key to a woman's well-being.
Miko Lavender Oil
Many positive recommendations have earned Lavender intimate hygiene oil from MiKo. Manufacturerclaims that it does not use harmful substances in the process of creating products. Natural ingredients are selected by experts very carefully.
One of the popular products of this brand is intimate oil. The composition of the product includes hydrophilic oil, lavender oil, olive oil, tamanu and tea tree oil. The action of these components is enhanced by extracts of chamomile, oak bark, sage, calendula and walnut.
Cosmetic product allows you to gently clean the intimate parts of the body, maintain the correct level of acidity and eliminate discomfort in the form of itching and burning. The tool has a bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effect.
How to apply?
Intimate care oil is used in the same way as any other product from this category. A small amount of emulsion should be applied to the skin and washed off with warm water. The tool is quite suitable for daily use.
Most of the customers were satisfied with the result after using this intimate oil. A significant advantage is its cost-effectiveness. A 200 ml bottle lasts 5-6 months.
Choose cream
After removing unwanted hairs in the intimate area, many women face the problem of irritation and redness of the skin. To avoid such consequences, you should use a cream for intimate hygiene. The tool will help protect delicate skin from the effects of external negative factors. The cream is recommended to use before visiting the beach,pool.
The most popular remedy from this category is Vagizil (Italy). The cream is able to eliminate many unpleasant symptoms in the vaginal area. The composition is absolutely safe for the skin.
Another effective remedy that can prevent the development of various inflammatory processes in the intimate area in women is "Intim" - a cream containing exclusively natural ingredients. According to the instructions, the cream can be used daily for intimate hygiene purposes. It is also recommended to be used to enhance sensitivity.
"Vagizil": instructions for use
The price of a small tube of 15 ml varies between 380-460 rubles. Despite the rather high cost, Pfizer's product is very popular. It should not be used to cleanse delicate areas, but to moisturize and soothe irritated skin.
The tool does not apply to drugs, which allows you to use it without restrictions. The manufacturer claims that the cream has the following positive properties:
- eliminates dryness, burning and itching in the vulva;
- moisturizing delicate skin;
- produces a deodorizing effect;
- calms irritations;
- returns the feeling of freshness and comfort.
The cream contains vitamins D, E, A, aloe juice and the substance laureth 9. The latter has a calming and analgesic effect.
"Feminel" (cream) - what kind of remedy?
"Feminel" from the famous cosmetic brand Oriflame is a whole line of products for the care of the intimate area. Each product contains lactic acid, an optimal pH level is noted. Cream "Feminel" is designed to relieve irritation and eliminate discomfort in the vaginal area.
Formulated with milk proteins, lactic acid and shea butter. The cream has a delicate texture, is quickly absorbed and does not leave marks on the linen. It should be applied only to a clean and dry area of the external genital organs as needed. In the complex, you can use other products from the Feminel line: gel, soothing hygiene product, deodorizing gel, mousse, intimate care wipes.
Cream "Intimacy"
For daily hygiene of the external genitalia in women and to eliminate itching, dryness, a remedy such as "Intim" is often used. The cream contains natural ingredients - essential oils of rosemary, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, ginger and patchouli. An intimate remedy is also used to increase sexual arousal. Each component has a positive effect on tone, increases sexual desire and arousal.
In addition, intimate hygiene cream helps prevent inflammation caused by pathogens. The product also has a slight deodorizing effect.
Dr. Sante
For sensitive skin in intimate areasa soft cream (soothing) from Dr Sante (Ukraine) is suitable. The tool is designed to quickly eliminate itching and dryness. It contains sea buckthorn, rosemary and olive oil, lactic acid, panthenol, aloe vera extract, allantonin, bisabolol.
Recommended to use this intimate hygiene cream for women with sensitive skin prone to dryness and irritation. The components of the product stimulate the process of regeneration of the dermis and have an antiseptic effect. Many women use it after waxing.
