How to recognize intimate dryness?

Vaginal dryness affects one in six people with vulvas and one in two people with vulvas after menopause. It is a medical condition in which the vagina is unable to regulate its natural moisture. This leads to various difficulties and discomforts, particularly during sexual intercourse where natural vaginal lubrication is essential. Knowing how to recognize vaginal dryness is essential for treating it, both medically and naturally. Discover the symptoms of vaginal dryness in the following article.

Vaginal dryness: symptoms that should alert you

Recently, you've been experiencing various unpleasant sensations in your vulva, both on a daily basis and during sexual intercourse. Are these symptoms of vaginal dryness? Let's talk about it.

1. Feeling of dryness

The first symptom of vaginal dryness is dryness. It manifests as a general feeling of lack of lubrication in the vagina. You may experience constant or intermittent discomfort, often described as a feeling of friction or roughness, during or outside of sexual intercourse.

2. Itching

Vaginal dryness can cause uncomfortable itching in the vaginal and vulvar area . Itching can range from mild to severe and can be worsened by scratching, which can lead to further irritation.

3. Pain during intercourse

Intimate dryness can make intercourse painful – this is called dyspareunia . During intercourse, the lack of natural lubrication can lead to unpleasant friction and a burning sensation, which can lead to pain during intercourse.

4. Feeling of irritation and/or burning after intercourse

Lack of natural lubrication during sex can cause irritation and/or burning that persists after intercourse. This can be uncomfortable and lead to a decrease in libido.

5. Light bleeding after intercourse

Again, the cause is a lack of natural lubrication . Poorly lubricated penetration can cause small blood vessels in the vaginal lining to rupture, resulting in light bleeding after intercourse.

6. Decreased or loss of libido

Pain during and after sex (burning sensations and possible bleeding) can put a damper on your desire to have sex, particularly because of the apprehension you may feel.

7. Frequent or urgent urination

Vaginal dryness can also result in a decreased urge to urinate. On the one hand, your sensations are disrupted, and on the other, urination becomes more frequent or even urgent.

✋ If you have difficulty holding it in, it is possible that you have, in addition to problems with intimate dryness, a problem with a perineum that lacks tone . This is a condition that is often correlated and appears after childbirth and during menopause.

8. Repeated urinary tract infections

Vaginal dryness can also increase the risk of urinary tract infections . This is because the lack of natural lubrication can disrupt the vaginal flora, increasing susceptibility to infections.

9. Factors associated with intimate dryness

The main cause of vaginal dryness is fluctuations in estrogen levels . In menstruating people, estrogen levels naturally fluctuate during pregnancy, childbirth, or menopause. This makes these periods particularly conducive to vaginal dryness. Similarly, changing your method of contraception can cause estrogen levels to fluctuate depending on whether you are taking hormonal or natural contraception .

Also, if you've recently gone through any of these stages, there's an even greater chance that the symptoms listed above are caused by vaginal dryness.

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What should I do if I have symptoms of vaginal dryness?

Do you think you may be suffering from vaginal dryness because you experience one or more of the symptoms mentioned above? While this condition can be a bit annoying, it can be easily managed so that its symptoms don't become a hindrance to your daily life or during sexual intercourse. Let's discover medical and natural solutions to prevent and treat the onset of symptoms of vaginal dryness.

Consult a doctor

The first step if you experience symptoms of vaginal dryness is to consult your primary care physician and/or gynecologist. These professionals will interview you and conduct a medical examination to determine if you are suffering from vaginal dryness. To treat it, they may prescribe hormones (particularly estrogen) to regulate it and allow your vagina to hydrate naturally.

Adopt good intimate hygiene

While hygiene is by no means the only cause of intimate dryness, good hygiene will contribute to the overall health of your vulva. To achieve this, we highly recommend washing your vulva daily with clean water or pH-neutral soap: clean water is sufficient, but using soap can be reassuring and refreshing. We recommend it if you need a clean feeling.

🌈 We recommend the organic gentle intimate cleansing gel from the Jho brand . Formulated with natural and respectful ingredients, this gel gently cleanses without attacking your intimate area. Enriched with soothing active ingredients, it gives you a feeling of freshness and comfort. Its physiological pH is perfectly adapted to preserve the balance of your vaginal flora, a crucial point in case of intimate dryness.

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Treating Vaginal Dryness Symptoms with Natural Solutions

Along with your visit to a healthcare professional, know that there are natural solutions to treat the symptoms of vaginal dryness.

Our natural treatments for intimate dryness

Fight against the feeling of dryness

To counteract the lack of natural lubrication in your vagina on a daily basis, you can apply vaginal moisturizers such as an external balm to your vulva and a balm or serum internally to your vagina. These two products will have the effect of reducing the feeling of dryness and moisturizing your vulva . If your doctor has prescribed medication, do not hesitate to seek their advice before opting for other solutions.

🌈 Baûbo vulva balm is moisturizing, 100% natural, and organic. It is ideal for external use. Its key ingredients are coconut oil, avocado, jojoba, calendula, and beeswax.

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🌈 Miyé's moisturizing and balancing intimate gel is 99% natural and made in France. It can be used internally and has the advantage of containing prebiotics and probiotics to support the balance of vaginal flora. It thus fights both the feeling of dryness and the disorders that can lead to cystitis.

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Limit pain during sexual intercourse

Lubricant is an effective solution to counteract the lack of natural vaginal lubrication. It can be applied before intercourse, at the entrance to your vagina, on your partner's penis, or even on your sex toy. There are water-based lubricants and oil-based lubricants —it's up to you to decide which one works best for you. Generally, oil-based lubricants have a more slippery feel.

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Regain your libido

Intimate dryness can contribute to a decrease in your libido. There are several solutions to regain your libido . Sex toys are one of them, and we offer a wide selection in our e-shop.

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Fight against urinary tract infections

There are many causes of cystitis. While vaginal dryness can be a factor, it's also linked to poor intimate hygiene and a lack of hydration. Regulating vaginal and intestinal flora is a good solution to address these issues.

🌈 We have selected for you a course of probiotic food supplements for the vaginal flora . This course of 100% natural probiotics from Miyé strengthens the vaginal flora and limits the risk of urinary tract infections, cystitis, mycosis and other vaginal discomforts.

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Symptoms of vaginal dryness can cause discomfort in everyday life and during sexual intercourse. If you suspect you may be affected, especially after pregnancy and childbirth or during menopause, it's important to consult a doctor who can prescribe medication to alleviate the condition and symptoms. Natural treatments are also helpful for limiting the symptoms of vaginal dryness.