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About Intimate Hygiene

The Vaginal Flora.. A Delicate Balance

  • The vaginal area is naturally protected by a delicate ecosystem known as the vaginal flora.
  • This flora consists mainly of beneficial bacteria (lactobacilli)
  • Which produces lactic acid and helps to maintain a naturally acidic vaginal pH

A healthy
vaginal environment:

  • Supports natural defences
  • Inhibits the growth of harmful microorganisms
  • Maintains comfort and freshness
pH scale graphic
pH scale graphic
Model

What Disrupts Vaginal Flora?

The vaginal mucosa is highly sensitive. The natural balance can be disrupted by everyday factors such as:

Stress

Stress

Harsh Soaps

Harsh Soaps

Antibiotic Use

Antibiotic Use

Tight Clothing

Tight Clothing

Excessive or Inadequate Hygiene

Excessive or Inadequate Hygiene

Common Signs

When this balance is disturbed, women may experience:

Itching

Itching

Odour

Odour

Irritation

Irritation

Dryness

Dryness

Infections

Infections