



The reality is that the vagina is more than capable of taking care of itself. It continuously secretes mucous that expels any dead cells or foreign objects. But to do this, it needs to have two things at optimal levels: pH and good bacteria. It needs to maintain a balance of these two factors to be healthy.





This pH and microbial balance differs from person to person, and even among ethnicities. Age also plays a factor. People at peak fertile age usually have a neutral pH of 7. As they reach menopausal age, this drop down to around 4.5 – 6.5





The danger of using traditional feminine hygiene products is that they often disrupt this delicate balance. This is due to the harsh chemicals present in these washes. This ironically leaves the vagina more vulnerable to infections.





In fact, a study has shown that using intimate washes puts a person at a 350% higher risk of yeast infections and sexually transmitted diseases. This increases the likelihood of further complications like cervical cancer. Even using soap is not recommended, as it can dry out your vaginal area, leading to even more infections.





In a way, society and media play a part in this issue. The vagina is often portrayed as something that's "unclean," thus creating the need for these feminine washes.





