Femfresh Intimate Hygiene Feminine Freshness Deodorant Spray, 125 ml (Pack of 1), Packing may vary

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But of course, we all want to be hygienic so if you want to avoid unnecessary odors, it starts with a good cleanliness routine. Deodorants can be applied afterwards to keep you feeling fresher for longer. Drinking plenty of water is good for more than just your skin. It can help your vagina’s overall health too, by encouraging healthy sweating and fluid release, Deysach says. 5. Eat a balanced diet Kingsburg S, et al. Female sexual pain: Evaluation. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Accessed Dec. 14, 2021. Semen inside the vagina. Semen is alkaline, which protects sperm cells from the acidic environment of the vagina, allowing them to survive. However, this can also trigger BV.

Lidsky TI. Is the aluminum hypothesis dead? Journal of Occupational & Environmental Medicine. 2014;56(Supplement 5S):S73-S79. doi:10.1097/JOM.0000000000000063 In BV, anaerobic bacteria - that don't need oxygen to live - grow, and these bacteria cause a vaginal discharge. We live in a world full of bad advice and putting food inside your vaginal canal falls in that category,” Gersh says. “The food isn’t going to do anything but harm your vaginal microbiome.” Fragrant ‘feminine hygiene’ productsIf you often find yourself scrambling for a convenient and suitable spray, Kushae Vaginal Odor Spray should be your first option for buying. The kushae vaginal odor spray has been thoroughly tested (never on animals) and researched by founders Dr. Barb and Kimba the natural diva. Allow for product to partially or completely dry to avoid wetting undergarments and for maximum absorption. The spray should cover all intimate areas where hair could grow. Other materials can trap excess moisture, Gersh explains, which has the ability to upset your natural bacteria levels and lead to infections. We tested over 35 women’s deodorants and antiperspirants, but you won’t find all of them here. Some of the products we tested fell short in one or more key attributes, causing us to omit them from our final list of recommendations. While these two didn’t make the cut, we did find some valuable features worth noting: Vaginitis. An infection or change in the normal balance of vaginal yeast and bacteria can cause inflammation of the vagina (vaginitis). Symptoms include vaginal discharge, odor, itching and pain. Common types of vaginitis include bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections and trichomoniasis.

Chen Y, et al. (2017). Role of female intimate hygiene in vulvovaginal health: Global hygiene practices and product usage. Feminine deodorant sprays may contain certain harmful chemicals, like parabens, fragrance chemicals, and benzethonium chloride. These toxic chemicals may irritate the skin. They also get easily absorbed into the body through the mucous membrane of the vagina and present a long-term risk. In this series of articles centred around bacterial vaginosis (BV), you can read about BV symptoms, BV causes, and BV treatments - all written by one of our expert GPs. Sometimes you can treat a vaginal yeast infection with over-the-counter medicines. However, you may want to avoid this if you aren’t completely sure you have a yeast infection. It’s usually best to talk to your healthcare provider to make sure you’re buying the right treatment. How long do yeast infections last?Sweat in your eyes during a tough workout may be annoying, but it’s also a sign that your body is hard at work (in addition to building muscle). Sweating helps cool you down during periods of intense physical activity or exposure to higher temperatures. This thermoregulating process is also responsible for other important functions, like clearing out excess toxins from the body. But despite its vital functions, sweating often leaves your underarms feeling wet and smelling less than pleasant. Thankfully, the right deodorant or antiperspirant can help. Your healthcare provider will give you information about each form of medication and directions on how to use each one properly. It’s important to always follow your provider’s instructions when using these medications to make sure that the infection is fully resolved and doesn’t return. As a general rule, a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins, will elicit a softer scent compared with greasy, fast foods. Women who have sex with women have a higher rate of BV. The pattern of vaginal bacteria in female-female couples tends to be quite similar, so it's likely that vaginal bacteria are shared during sex. If those bacteria disrupt the vaginal microbiome, they could lead to BV.

Doctors advise it is best to wear cotton underwear and keep changing your undergarments at least twice a day. The genital region is sensitive and prone to irritation. The presence of hair follicles trap sweat and encourage bacterial growth. This can lead to body odor. This discharge will usually be white or grey, thin or watery and have a strong, unpleasant fishy smell. This can be more noticeable during and after sex, and during periods. Gala MYN, Muchhala SS, Charugulla SN, et al. Evaluation of comedogenic potential of a paraben-free plant-based butter moisturizing cream: A double-blind, comparative study. CSDM. 2021;1. doi:10.25259/CSDM_53_2021If you’re taking medication for a yeast infection, you shouldn’t have sex until you’re finished with treatment. Sex can cause more irritation, and certain antifungal medications can weaken the materials used in condoms and diaphragms. Can I use over-the-counter treatment for a vaginal yeast infection? Uriage’s Eau Thermale Power 3 is a deodorant and antiperspirant that protects against both odor and sweat—which proved true during our test. It’s also a clinical strength product that’s formulated with aluminum salts. According to Dr. Penzi, clinical strength formulas contain higher levels of aluminum compared to regular strength formulas, meaning maximum sweat protection.

The normally-acidic environment of the vagina is important for controlling bacterial growth in the vagina, and defending against infections.We don't know exactly why this happens. Some things that have been associated with BV, and might indirectly cause it, include: You can still have sex while you are being treated for bacterial vaginosis because it’s not sexually transmitted. However, antibiotics and cream can affect condoms and other contraception. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist who can give you further information. Reducing the risk of getting bacterial vaginosis Bacterial vaginosis can recur. Most recurrences will respond to the treatments described. Avoiding passing on bacterial vaginosis to a partner Sex. Unprotected sex can result in sexually transmitted infections. Forceful sex or an injury to the pelvic area can result in vaginal trauma.