The Basics of a Healthy Vagina

After trying the new vee cleanes, you might think that you will never return to a normal, basic vaginal hygiene routine. We know, the thrill and excitement of finding a new, effective way to keep bacterial infections away are tempting, but you have to stay focused and never forget the basics of healthy and correct vaginal hygiene.

That is the reason why we thought it might be helpful to remind you of the dos and don’ts of a basic vaginal hygiene routine. Society seems to be very strict when it comes to vaginal odor or other normal things that are naturally happening in our bodies. We know that natural remedies restore ph balance, but we do not encounter articles talking about what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to vaginal discharge, but we are going to take it step by step and discuss everything that you need to know.

The first thing that you are going to hear from every specialist around the world is how important it is to know your body! Everyone is different and has a distinct odor that varies according to diet, levels of exercise, or pH. Also, the odor is not the only thing that can be different, the amount, color, or density of discharge can differ from person to person, too!

Why is it so important to know what “normal” means when it comes to your own body? It is important because you will notice straight away when something is off! An unusual smell, weird colored discharge, itching, swelling – all can be symptoms of a more serious medical condition that requires special treatment.

Let’s delve deeper and find out more about how you can prevent those medical conditions and how to keep your vaginal area fresh like a rose blooming on a shiny summer day!

Don’t think that you need medical assistance because you have a slight vaginal odor! The vaginal environment is far from being sterile, as it has its own bacterial cultures – and that’s a good thing! Lactobacillus is there to protect you from infections and other nasty, serious conditions that could happen!

However, do not ignore symptoms like constant heavy discharge. This could indicate a yeast infection, bacterial infection, or, even worse – an STI! You might want to schedule an appointment with your doctor right away!

There are also some simple things that you should always have in mind. Never try vaginal douching with them being prescribed by your doctor. This could throw off your vaginal pH level by flushing out good bacteria too. 

Douching with vinegar or apple cider vinegar is especially harmful, as it creates the perfect environment for harmful bacteria to develop and grow. If you must douche, at least use baking soda and warm water.

For treating yeast infections, luckily for us, the medication is off-the-counter, which means you do not need a special prescription written by your doctor to buy them. Antifungal creams or pills come in different packages, and most of the time, they do the deed just fine!

If you struggle with recurrent yeast infections, there are other things that you could try, such as:

• Increasing your probiotics intake – this can be done either by increasing the consumption of yogurt or other probiotic-rich foods or by taking a probiotic dietary supplement. This will bring back to normal the good bacteria levels of your body. You can prevent BV with these daily probiotics. 
• Try boric acid suppositories – scientists have proven that these capsules are incredibly effective for treating recurring yeast infections. They are also off-the-counter, which means you do not need a prescription to buy them!
• For restoring the vaginal environment’s natural level of pH, studies have shown that taking vitamin C supplements is super effective in the long run. Why not try it?

There are more things that you should keep in mind when it comes to a healthy vagina. We thought these are the basics that everyone should know, but to our surprise, there are a lot of women out there who are unaware of these tips and tricks. Let’s find out more!

The importance of comfortable underwear

Lance, intricate models, shiny materials – we know, sexy underwear makes you feel wanted and boosts your self-confidence! Did you know that it can also cause irritation, rashes, and infections? Synthetic materials do not allow your sensitive skin to breathe, which causes moisture to pile up in your vaginal area.

Try going for cotton underwear next time you are out shopping!

A dryer can be helpful

External yeast infections are a real headache! We found out that drying the external sensitive area with a dryer on a cool setting will help with managing the moisture. It is really helpful and it feels good, especially on those hot summer days!

Showering after intercourse is mandatory!

Never forget to urinate after having intercourse and try to shower every time after having sex. Studies have shown that using a condom reduces the risk of infection, but even after having protected sex, you should rinse the vaginal area with warm water and unscented soap!

There are more rules related to a healthy sex life that you should follow. To avoid infections, never have anal intercourse followed by vaginal intercourse. You are inviting all the bacteria inside your temple.

Feminine hygiene products are optional

We have heard of vaginal sprays, wet wipes, scented pantyliners, gels, and all kinds of stuff to keep off weird odors, but guess what? Most of those products contain perfume and other irritants that are added to hide the natural odor of the vagina.

In reality, you do not need all those feminine products! All you need for a correct vaginal hygiene routine is warm water and unscented soap. Rinse the vaginal area without scrubbing it, and you should be just fine!

We hope that our little piece of advice might come in handy for all the women around the world. Vaginal health is extremely important, that’s why we advise you to schedule a medical checkup with your doctor from time to time!