The topic of intimate hygiene is often taboo for many people, but feeling comfortable and confident down there is super important, and using products designed for the intimate area is a perfect place to start.
Using intimate washes is a fantastic way to enhance your daily hygiene routine. Unlike regular soaps, shower gels or body washes, intimate washes are formulated to help cleanse the delicate areas of your body, whilst maintaining the natural pH balance of your vulva, which can help prevent irritation and infections.
In this guide, we'll explain how to use the Lil-Lets Intimate Wash range to help you feel fresh and confident. The washes are tested by gynaecologists and have soothing ingredients like aloe vera and chamomile. They’re also cruelty-free and made with a probiotic formula that promotes good bacteria in the vagina.
Follow these 4 simple steps to enhance your intimate hygiene routine. Let's get started!
Make sure your hands are clean before you start and then wet the genital area with warm.
Trust us, you only need a small amount of intimate wash to feel clean. You can do this in the palms of your hands, or by adding a little intimate wash to a sponge or washcloth, it’s totally your choice!
Gently apply the wash to the vulva area only and avoid inserting the product inside the vagina, as the vagina is self-cleansing and does not require washing.
Remember a little goes a long way and using too much wash, and producing too much lather could strip away your natural oils and the body’s ‘good’ bacteria. And using a little at a time will also save some cash — so it’s a win-win.
Whether you have sensitive skin or not, it’s important to rinse the area thoroughly with warm water and to remove all traces of the intimate wash. This helps prevent a build-up of product that could lead to irritation if this step is missed out.
Take it gently, patting rather than rubbing the area with a clean towel will help avoid irritation, leaving you feeling comfortable and confident and ready to go!
Intimate washes are formulated for daily use in the shower or bath. It’s advised to wash your genital areas once a day, especially if you have been exercising or menstruating.
Using intimate washes is a personal choice, and it depends on your needs. The vagina is self-cleaning, but many women find it beneficial to use intimate wash to cleanse the external area (vulva) after a long day.
Intimate wash cleanses the vagina by maintaining the body’s natural pH levels, which some perfumed soaps and washes can strip away. The Lil-Lets Intimate Care Wash range is made with a probiotic formula that is gentle on the skin.
We recommend following product instructions and using the wash for intimate areas only, as the pH of the skin will be different to that of the genital area. Facial skincare products and intimate wash are made using different formulas.
Intimate washes are designed to clean the outer vulva area only and are not suitable for internal use. In fact, there is no need to clean the vaginal passage at all, the body keeps this clean all by itself!
