i've been reading questions on here and a couple times i have seen that some girls say that they do not wash with soap down there there only throw some hot water and some soap on the outter lips.i think this is pretty gross.who else is with me?
2006-09-23 05:32:27 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Soap can irritate that sensitive area or disrupt the Ph balance there. One does have to be careful there, you don't want an infection.
From http://www.veryprivate.com/advice%20pages/vagnosoapinintimate.html
It is correct, sitting in a bubble bath or washing the vaginal area with soap often cause yeast infections. But that doesn't mean she shouldn't wash. The vaginal area needs special care and more moisture than the face. However, she needs to use a pH balanced non soap wash.
2006-09-23 05:40:36 · answer #1 · answered by mobaybaby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You actually shouldn't put regular soap inside your vaginal canal. It can kill important bacteria and cause yeast infections and other icky things. The uterus and vagina have a delicate bacterial balance which is important to keep them healthy
Like anything else there are good bacteria and bad bacteria and most kinds of soap don't discriminate. Even douches, which are specifically for internal feminine cleansing can kill those good bacteria, leaving you open to infections.
So ifyou're going to wash internally, be sure you use something specifically recommended for it by your gynocelogist.
There is nothing wrong with using regular soap on your external genitalia - both inner and outer labia, etc. Just be sure to rise thoroughly.
2006-09-23 12:44:17 · answer #2 · answered by Philyra_Rose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many soaps can cause senitivity issues. They can be too harsh, have perfumes or dyes that can irritate and some believe that many can bring on yeast infections. Using more natural types of soaps or cleansers would be a much better choice. Trying a reputable health store would be the best bet.
2006-09-23 12:43:45 · answer #3 · answered by girl_lost_without_compass 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because you can't just use any type of soap down there, because it can irritate your skin, and trust me it is not a warm and fuzzy feeling. It tingles and burns,ok. I learned this at a young age, that's why I use body wash, or product's designed specifiaclly for my most intimate area, like Summer's Eve. I can use it just for that area,or body wash, or in my bathwater. I wash everything, if you're not gonna clean the whole area, then what's tha point.
2006-09-23 17:42:52 · answer #4 · answered by Shametria 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people get yeast infections easily if they wash with soap. They should certainly use more than water though.
2006-09-23 12:35:00 · answer #5 · answered by TJMiler 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
soap can cause u to get yeast infections, and can irritate the skin , very sensitive area there,but they do have feminine soaps u can buy for that area
2006-09-23 12:37:25 · answer #6 · answered by cc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is definitely not healthy, but, DOVE soap is really gentle. They should try using that. I'm pretty sensitive, and this never gives me any problems.
2006-09-23 12:36:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Too sensitive to use soap
2006-09-23 12:41:19 · answer #8 · answered by applecheeks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have to agree, but i know that some girls are sensitive down there and soap irritates their skin if they use it on the interior.
2006-09-23 12:34:19 · answer #9 · answered by punksuzy 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they better start using soap or the boys will be saying they smell fish when ever they are around
2006-09-23 12:39:19 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋