Natural intimate care for vaginal dryness

Do you give your intimate area the same loving care you give your face? It deserves it! The skin in the intimate area is particularly sensitive and lacks a protective outer layer.

Furthermore, the labia (vulvar lips) directly absorb everything that comes into contact with them. So, it's logical that natural, organic products are the best choice for intimate hygiene and care. Herbal formulas that moisturize and balance hormones gently support your well-being.

Why natural intimate care is so important for vaginal dryness during menopause

During menstrual cycles, and especially during menopause, declining estrogen levels can lead to vaginal dryness . Emotional stress, medications such as antihistamines, and hormonal contraceptives can also affect hormone levels. This can lead to unpleasant vaginal dryness and increase susceptibility to infections.

Fortunately, nature offers valuable medicinal plants that have long been used in gynecology. With the right care, you can relieve irritation, prevent vaginal dryness during menopause, and maintain the balance of your intimate flora.

Gentle intimate hygiene – less is more

The intimate flora is largely self-cleaning. Washing too frequently, especially with harsh products, can disrupt the pH balance. A special, natural intimate wash lotion or foam with plant-based lactic acid supports the natural microbiome and provides freshness without irritating sensitive skin. Avoid shower gel on the intimate area!

Ideal for intimate care:

• Mild cleansing with a pH value between 3.8 and 4.4
• Soothing ingredients such as organic chamomile hydrolate & rose water
• Regenerating essential oils such as blue chamomile, clary sage, and lavender in a dilution that is gentle on the mucous membranes. As active ingredients, they soothe irritated skin and maintain the protective function of the mucous membranes.

Herbal care against vaginal dryness

Natural plant oils are true treasures when it comes to keeping the skin supple and gently balancing hormonal fluctuations.

• Pomegranate seed oil is rich in phytoestrogens and promotes skin elasticity – ideal for supporting vaginal dryness during menopause.
• Organic cassis oil increases moisture and prevents irritation.

Intimate care in everyday life – 5 important questions

1. Is warm water sufficient for cleansing? Yes, often. However, if you need a product, you should opt for gentle, pH-neutral intimate care products and avoid conventional shower gels.

2. Should I also wash the inside of the vulva? No, the vulva has a natural self-cleaning process. External cleansing is sufficient to avoid disturbing this delicate balance.

3. Why is pH important in intimate care? Mucous membranes have a natural pH of 3.8 to 4.4. Intimate care products should be based on this to maintain a healthy flora of the intimate area.

4. Can I use a washcloth? It's best not to! Washcloths can harbor bacteria and thus promote irritation or infection.

5. Are intimate deodorants a good idea? No! Intimate deodorants often contain harmful substances that disrupt the natural flora. The vulva doesn't need artificial fragrances.

Vaginal dryness during menopause

Natural intimate care is a valuable support for your well-being – whether for the prevention of irritation, as gentle relief from vaginal dryness during menopause, or for general care. With organic intimate care products and plant-based oils, you can maintain your body's natural balance and feel completely comfortable in your skin. A high-quality oil for the intimate area can help reduce dryness and maintain skin elasticity.

When it comes to menstrual hygiene, look for chlorine-free organic tampons and pads, or switch to sustainable products like menstrual cups or biocide-free period pants. Pesticide residues and dioxin from chlorine bleach in conventional cotton tampons can not only irritate mucous membranes but also disrupt hormones.

Stop FGM: Midwives against genital mutilation

No issue could be more directly and brutally linked to women's health than female genital mutilation (FGM), a practice found in many countries. Ethiopia, where farfalla established the farfalla midwifery scholarship, is one of the countries with the highest rate of female genital mutilation, with over 70% of women undergoing genital mutilation. Here, farfalla established the farfalla midwifery aid program to reduce maternal mortality in the world's poorest countries and is pleased that the preventive work of midwives in rural areas also contributes to combating FGM. The midwifery scholarship actively contributes to raising awareness and, at the same time, to reducing tragic birth outcomes that include genital mutilation.

Away with shame! Away with vaginal dryness! Viva la Vulvina!

Language shapes our perception. No body part is shameful. Yet some language use perpetuates the shame with which female sexuality and physicality have been suppressed and discriminated against for centuries. Therefore, we speak of the labia, the external and internal mucous membranes, of the vulvina, as the entirety of the vulva and vagina. 

On the origin of the term vulvina, which we find very appropriate:

Vulvina | Vulvina (ellaberlin.de)

"Vulvina" inventor Souzan AlSabah: Her words liberate - taz.de