How Can I Prevent Vaginal Pimples?

Do you avoid scented feminine hygiene products, such as lotions, powders, and deodorants?

Do you avoid scented pads and tampons, fragranced soaps and shower washes?

Do you avoid douching?

Do you choose cotton underwear instead of underwear made of synthetic materials?

Do you avoid tight clothing?

Do you practice good personal hygiene?

Do you know that personal lubricants, spermicides, condoms, semen and urine can irritate the skin and contribute to vaginal pimples?

Do you avoid shaving your vaginal area?

If you shave, do you use shaving creams and always shave in the direction in which your pubic hair grows rather than against it?

Do you change your menstrual products frequently when you have your period?

Based on your answers, there are several other ways that can help you prevent vaginal pimples. You should try to reduce or completely avoid contact with irritants. Irritants include feminine hygiene products, scented soaps and baths, laundry detergents as well as medicated lotions or gels. Avoid wearing tight clothing that can cause friction and contribute to sweating. Also, try to wear cotton underwear instead of synthetic one, because cotton allows air circulation in the vaginal area, which will prevent excessive sweating. You should practice good personal hygiene because skin irritation can also be caused by urine, sperm, personal lubricants, and spermicides.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to prevent vaginal pimples. Shaving can often be the cause of vaginal pimples so it would be a good idea to stop shaving. However, if you do not want to, then avoid dry shaving, always use shaving cream and shave in the direction in which your pubic hair grows, to prevent irritation. You should change tampons or pads every 4 to 8 hours when you are menstruating. Avoid douching and showering with hot water. Any skin irritation can contribute to vaginal pimples, including irritation caused by vaginal discharge, so you should keep your vaginal area clean and dry.