Balancing the pH
You’ve probably experienced a vaginal infection at some point, since it’s a common problem among women. An overgrowth of certain yeasts or bacteria can cause irritation and infections. It’s normal for bacteria and fungi to live in your vagina. Most are completely harmless, and some are even beneficial to your health (lactobacilli). But if your vaginal microbiome is disrupted, pathogenic microorganisms can grow more frequently than normal and cause infections. Some causes of changes in your vaginal pH level:
- Hormonal changes around menstruation/during pregnancy
- Certain medications/birth control pills
- Soaps and antibacterial wipes
- Antibiotic Treatments
- Conditions that affect the immune system
If you have an infection, you may experience symptoms such as itching, irritation, and abnormal discharge. Some women are more likely to experience symptoms than others. Although many factors play a role in the development of vaginal irritation, you can reduce your risk by following these simple steps.
Here are our top 10 tips for daily intimate care!
1. Use gentle feminine hygiene products and soaps
Strongly scented tampons or pads, douching, and harsh soaps can throw your vaginal pH out of balance. Most intimate soaps maintain a balanced vaginal pH, but they still harm your vaginal flora due to preservatives and emulsifiers that kill the good bacteria. YUN’s intimate soaps contain a unique formula of emulsifiers and preservatives that are safe for both your skin and your vaginal flora. Your vagina is naturally acidic, and that’s healthy!
2. Sleep naked
Keep your private parts dry and let them breathe to prevent bacterial growth.
3. Make sure you get enough sleep
Make sure you get enough sleep every night so that your immune system is strong enough to do its job: protecting you from infections and other health issues.
4. Avoid tight underwear, tights, and especially jeans
They can irritate your vagina, increasing the risk of irritation and yeast overgrowth. Choose looser-fitting clothing.
5. Wipe from front to back
Keep this in mind after using the toilet! You don’t want those fecal bacteria to make their way all the way up into your vagina.
6. Minimize the use of antibiotics
These aggressive medications kill not only the bad bacteria but also the good bacteria (lactobacilli), which you need to maintain a healthy pH balance. YUN Probiotherapy relies on good bacteria and nourishes the lactobacilli in your vagina so they become stronger to fight off bad bacteria and yeast.
7. Stick to cotton underwear
It keeps your genital area fresh. Synthetic fabrics like nylon, polyester, and Lycra trap moisture and create a cozy, warm breeding ground for yeast. Underwear with a cotton gusset is also a good solution.
8. Were you down there?
Clean yourself regularly. You only need to clean the outside of your intimate area. If you use soap inside your vagina, it will throw off the pH balance. Use a mild soap that won’t kill your good bacteria!
9. Keep your genitals dry
Especially after showering. Take off your wet swimsuit right after swimming, and change your underwear immediately after exercising, because moisture increases the risk of fungal infections.
10. Have you ever thought about eating more yogurt?
Yogurt contains lactobacilli, the same beneficial bacteria that live in your vagina. Eating yogurt is part of maintaining a healthy pH balance throughout your body.
VGN – INTIMATE CARE
Intimate hygiene? Think of it this way: strengthening your intimate team! Because a healthy vagina is one with a team of good bacteria. VGN helps prevent itching and irritation and protects, strengthens, and restores the vaginal microbiome with 100% microbiome-safe ingredients and live bacteria.
