5 Ways to Stay on Top of Your Feminine Care

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I know this may seem a little off-topic, but it’s something that we don’t like to talk about: Feminine Care. While speaking with a friend of mine, he told me that although he has a preference of dating bigger women, he notices that larger women typically have a “stronger” scent than thinner women. Immediately I blamed his choice of women (I know, that was a petty moment) but I have to admit it, even I’ve had my moments. Is it because I am a larger woman?

So after doing some research, I finally found the answer: YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT! This means, no matter what size you are, you have the potential to have a poignant stench if you are polluting your body with a lot of junk. This not only goes for topical areas (places that emit sweat–underarms etc.), but it applies to your vaginal region as well. According to Dr. Joseph Mercola, “Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and also the thinnest. Less than one-tenth of an inch separates your body from potential toxins. Worse yet, your skin is highly permeable — especially the skin in and around the vaginal area.”

Another issue that contributes to developing certain body odors is over-perfuming your body or using “feminine care.” Products that alter your body’s pH levels. I know Bath and Body Works carries amazing soap scents, but it can all do a lot of damage to your body if you use it too much. Over the past four years, I’ve dropped the tampons, scented soaps, and feminine washes and replaced them with these 5 products/regimens that have improved my overall natural body odor, vaginal wall tissue, and hopefully bloodstream!

Eating 80/20: I changed the way that I ate. Instead of being careless about what I ate, I was intentional about it. I would use healthy swaps whenever possible. Perfection is not required, trust me it took time for me to get to this point. But I learned how to replace my fav fatty foods with the healthier alternatives. For example, I learned that eating too much pork can be harmful. Pigs carry a variety of parasites in their bodies. Some of these parasites are difficult to kill even when cooking. So instead of pork, I eat chicken with the skin on it. Of course, I indulge from time to time, but I keep it 80/20=80% healthy, 20% “other.” Also, drink lots of water! Water IS LIFE!

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Feminine Washes: Using products that have lots of chemicals in it as a form cleansing can do the opposite. Products such as Vagisil Anti-Itch Wipes, Lemisol Plus Feminine Wash, CVS Disposable Douche Summer Breeze, Vagisil Feminine Wash, Summer’s Eve Body Powder Cotton Breeze, can severely alter the pH levels (Vaginal pH is a measure of the acidity of the vaginal environment) of your vagina. This altering can cause all sorts of issues such as bacterial vaginosis, yeast infection, and irritation. Now, there is also a whole other host of issues that can cause these types of problems such as allergies to condoms, antibiotics, “leftover tampon” etc., but since washing is something done daily, it’s best to make sure you are doing it correctly.

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  • For me, the best way to clean myself properly has been applying natural methods of care:
    Washing: Soap can be very drying to the sensitive skin around your vulva, and you only need to rinse with warm water to keep things clean down there. But, I didn’t grow up like that, so I use scent free soaps . Dr. Bronner’s Tea Tree Pure soap. Not only does is have lots of natural products, but the tingly feeling is also cool (overshare—yah so what lol, you’ll love it). This goes for detergent too. Wash your underwear separately from your clothes.
  • Natural Products that fight bacteria: Ever since I started eating better, I also researched foods that contribute towards a healthy and happy vagina. Bragg’s Apple Cider Vinegar often use as a cleanser, and I digest it as well. Due to its antibacterial and antiseptic properties, apple cider vinegar can be used to fight vaginal odor. Greek Yogurt also has some of these same properties.
  • Tummy Liners are also a great way to keep the area between the belly and vagina clean and dry. My favorite brands so far is Miles Kimball. I work out at least twice a week (which is also very helpful) but the sweat build up is not poppin. These easy apply liners help collect all that sweat during workouts and after. Also, for women who has weight loss surgery, this is a great investment if you developed a lot of extra skin in the stomach area. It reduces irritation by a whole lot.

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  • Undies Matter: Making sure you are wearing breathable underwear is important. Cotton is the best way to go!

Safe sex: Wrap it up. I am no gynecologist, but if there’s anything my doctor drilled into my head was to be safe. Infections develop, and some are impossible to treat. You are better safe than sorry.

Tampons: I am still on the fence with this one because I know how much they can be a life saver. But on the flip side, they can also pose threats to your health as well. We can get into this more next week, but I am trying out something called the DIVA CUP. It sounds like the weirdest contraption, but the reviews seem impressive!

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Follow up with your gynecologist: Going for routine check ups, cervical screenings, and generals tests are a great way to see if everything is functioning properly. I tell my doctor everything–even the uncomfortable nitty gritty.

These suggestions are not all ONE SIZE FITS ALL methods, but I can attest to the effectiveness of these steps for me. Make sure you do allergy and patch tests before you use any of these products.

What are some suggestions that work for you? Please send me and email! I would love to hear.

 

Until next time,

Char.

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9 Comments

  1. November 1, 2016 / 6:33 pm

    I love this post. Thanks. Upon the advice of my Gyn I gave up silk & satin panties for cotton more than 30 years ago. Looking forward to your next post.

  2. November 2, 2016 / 1:23 pm

    This is such a great post! I’ve been really interested in trying the Diva Cup just to step up my game a little bit!

  3. November 2, 2016 / 1:40 pm

    Great post! I can’t wait to hear what you think of the diva cup.

  4. November 2, 2016 / 4:43 pm

    I have hear so many things about the Diva cup. I need to actually give it a try. Great post babe.

  5. November 3, 2016 / 2:38 am

    Great tips! I never new tummy liners existed. Going to check them out right now. Thanks!

  6. everythingcurvyandchic
    November 3, 2016 / 11:15 am

    great post so many of us need this

  7. January 28, 2018 / 11:42 am

    Diva cup, never heard of it but it sounds great. Great post!

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