What products NOT to use to clean DOWN THERE

Here it is: what NOT to use clean down there. Yes, Dr. Lincoln is covering what products are **not** recommended for your vulva and vagina. Let's call out the BS!

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[jassywitthewords]

I’ve never had issues with bv or yeast infection. My routine was simple as you mentioned . I started using honey pot products and in the beginning I didn’t have any issues . I thought I’d found a product that was really about what it was promoting. I used the wash, the wipes, and the pads . Well, about 3 months in, i started to feel intense irritation! The irritation was so bad that it lasted for days after I stopped using the products and when I found reviews that other women experienced irritation and infections from the products, I realized I may have gotten suckered into the craze and the movement . At this point, idc if it’s plant based or not, I’m good on using products like these . I’ve always stayed away from them but I’ll never buy into it again after this lol . Thanks for the information!

[Ninamarie]

Weird or not but I find that since installing a bidet in my master bathroom, I feel so much cleaner daily. Just clean water blasted as my vulva and one or twice a day and my daily showers and I’m good. Water works wonders

[emmekinsthesquirrel]

I kinda don't care about the fact that they profit off "making us feel dirty" I just want to know what soaps are safe to use when I'm on my period so I can wash off the blood and feel a little extra fresh. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[kaikulture]

I’ve got a super sensitive vulva now! It sucks! I went and bought vagina friendly toilet tissue, vulgar balm, vagina friendly pads and liners. I also buy monostat vaginal wash. I used to fall for the dove sensitive skin okey doke when the liquid wash STILL has fragrances. And my mom used to wash us with harsh cleansers that would burn my vagina but I never told her until I was old enough to understand that the soap was causing the issues (5 or 6 y/o). 🤦🏽‍♀️ I’m trying to fix my parents mistakes as an adult now and be a lot more health conscious.

[genesisc]

I never used feminine washes until I started experiencing persistent ph balance issues. I wouldn’t discount Honey Pot because their products are all designed to aid in balancing your ph. So it’s a more about health than hygiene.

Their sensitive wash seriously helped to alleviate a lot of my itching and dryness symptoms. (Their calming spray too.) Itching and dryness is a non issue for me now and it’s because of their product line.

I also do other things like take a probiotic daily, monitor sugar intake, wear breathable underwear, use boric acid, etc. But the Honey Pot is also now a main feature of my healthy vagina arsenal.

[hinnyu]

Ever since I got my period I started using feminine washes.. it is just that ANY kind of bar soap or soap that is not intended for external genitalia irritates me. But nowadays I find that the products I normally buy were “different”. It's like they changed their formulas and not as moisturizing and refreshing as before.

Idk if this is because of the “natural” movement that products changed their formulas to cater to what is “good” nowadays. Like.. when almost all lip balms barred using silicones they became less effective in healing my chapped lips.

[Latte-girly]

Honeypot worked for me and I had recurring BV. Everyone doesn’t have a “healthy” vagina so I think that’s why people like it so much. If I didn’t have feminine issues I would just use water but that’s not possible for everyone.

[keata]

Listening to you talk about the famine hygiene industry and I'm just like "yaaaas queen! Preach!" Fuck the beauty industry and their body shaming ways to lower our self-esteem. We are all goddesses

[hannahjoys]

I’m surprised that people genuinely think you need soap to clean the self cleaning body part. Like when I was a child my mother told me I should not use soap on my privates. It hurts it’s not helpful.

[jessicaterrington]

Thanks for this Jen. Can’t wait for the next video to see what you can use. I’ve started using Dove unscented cream bar, but would love to know some other alternatives 😊

[kali]

My summers eve has made my life so much better. Much less irriation than body wash and much less problems . Smells great. Their active line is anti bacterial which is perfect for active living

[sigh_yuri]

damn it i was hoping you wouldn’t say the honey pot. thankfully i found you and dr. staci and i’m very much aware that i don’t NEED these products to be hygienic, but i still wanted to try it

[AmandaSXiMD]

Love seeing your content here on YouTube!

[gens]

I came here looking for advice after considering switching from Summer’s Eve to Vagisil wash, since I think the Vagisil fragrance options sound more appealing to my personal tastes. This video is disappointing and I’m honestly tired of being told that I “don’t need” to use feminine washes or freshening sprays - not only does my OBGYN say they’re fine to use, and not only have they never caused me any issues, but they help a lot with the issue that I do deal with, and that’s an odor that I don’t like. The media hasn’t brainwashed me into thinking I’m “gross” otherwise - I’m a naturally sweaty person, and that affects my groin area, and *I* don’t like the smell of it. Also, what do you mean when you describe them as “loaded with chemicals”? Chemicals aren’t inherently bad - even water is a chemical. The notion that “chemicals are bad” is something doctors regularly have to combat, so I’m surprised to hear a doctor promoting the same thing others try to fight against - “all natural” does not necessarily mean better. Your comment guidelines say that this is no place for misinformation, but you really need to clarify a lot of what you said here, because otherwise, what YOU’RE saying could be considered misinformation in that regard. Also, I wish people promoting this idea of being against feminine washes and wipes and freshening sprays would put more consideration into women who struggle with groin odor from otherwise healthy nether regions, and wouldn’t brush off women’s insecurities about that kind of thing as just the result of marketing - like no, *I* care about it and *I* don’t like it. It’s the same reason people wear deodorant - people don’t want to smell themselves or feel excessive moisture, and they don’t want to worry about other people possibly smelling them.

[Tohru]

omg that does make sense! pap smear test result I have test positive for cancer but it re-examine it because floral scent inside thus I was healthy. I been using summer eve over 2 years

[cheriamour]

You are so right about the "companies" Doctor. Thank you! I subscribed!

[ALYZHON]

100% agree, i rather use simple water wipes than feminine wipes bc it have many harsh ingredients

[jannawatson]

My Obgyn said like basic non-scented soaps are best for the outside of your hoo-ha she said however everyones down stairs are diffrent and do what works for you❤

[JBeautyNFashion]

I'm cracking up when you said glitter lol

[ltetobago]

I had BV and what my gyno gave me wouldn't cure it, I used boric acid and it was gone in a week, no bv at my next appointment...I think what ppl say about products are suggestions but not all cats are the same