8 Feminine Hygiene Mistakes Most Women Make

There are plenty of common hygiene mistakes that women make on the regular just because we’re not aware of them. Keeping clean is not only important but you could also prevent bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, vaginal cysts, and other nasty complications that no person wants to go through.

Here are our top 8 feminine hygiene mistakes most women make:

1.You’re Wiping Too Hard

It’s been pretty widely written that you should wipe from front to back to prevent fecal matter getting into your vagina. But did you know that you could be wiping too hard? You should be wiping firmly but not pressing or rubbing too hard. Doing that can cause small cuts in your anal and vaginal area.

2. You Don’t Clean Up After Sex.

Cleaning yourself after sex can prevent infections, reduce the chances of getting yeast infections, and prevent vaginal cysts from forming—which are painful beasts to lance and drain. If you can’t hop in the shower after sex, then feminine hygiene wipes, a good staple to keep in your purse, are another great option.

3. You’re Panties Are Too Tight

Or your skinny jeans. Wearing tightly fitting underwear or pants can increase your risks of bacterial vaginosis, a common bacterial infection that causes discharge and a “fishy” smelling vagina. A warm, moist environment is bacteria’s haven. Consider sticking to cotton underwear at the gym and changing after to keep your lady parts dry.

4. You Don’t Change Your Tampon After Pooping

If the string picks up an fecal matter after, you could increase your risk of infection. It also sometimes gets dislodged or moves after, so you could be uncomfortable if you don’t change it.

5. You Store Tampons in Your Bathroom

It’s a convenient place, but tampons are meant to absorb moisture. The steam from your shower could make the tampon go bad faster because it’s absorbing water from your shower. The best place to store them is in a dry place, like your bedroom or a closet away from the shower.

6. You Stay In Your Swimsuit Too Long

Cute as it can be, a wet swimsuit is a breading ground for yeast, which can cause UTIs or vaginitis. The same applies for staying in your gym clothes for too long after working out. So unless you need to be, you might want to think twice about it next time.

7.  You’re Over-Cleaning down there

Your vagina has natural cleaning mechanisms that prevent infections, prevent harmful pathogens, and protect itself. Over-cleaning your vulva can lead to itching or burning. Also, using perfumed soap or harsh chemicals can lead to irritation. If you’re going to wash down there, consider just using water or a non-scented soap.

8. You’re Shaving Down There During Your Period

When you’re menstruating, your skin is more sensitive. On top of that, newly shaved skin is more prone to irritation. It’s better to wait until your period is on a light flow before having a razor down there.

Mums, did you learn anything new here? Comment below and let us know how many of these mistakes you’re making x

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