The Science
An OBGYN Explains What 'pH-Balanced' Really Means for a Feminine Wash
An OBGYN explains what a pH-balanced feminine wash actually is, why intimate skin is mildly acidic, and how ordinary soap can throw off your comfort.
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Clear, judgment-free guidance from board-certified OBGYN Dr. Tomeka Roberts, so you can make confident choices about your body and your routine.
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Understanding pH balance
Why intimate skin is mildly acidic, and why it matters.
Read more →What’s in your wash
Ingredients to look for, and what we leave out.
Read more →A daily hygiene routine
An OBGYN’s simple, gentle everyday approach.
Read more →Sensitive skin care
How to choose a wash that won’t irritate.
Read more →Common questions
Straight answers to the things women ask most.
Read more →Myths, busted
Feminine-care myths an OBGYN wants you to drop.
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Ingredients
Sulfates and Parabens in Feminine Care: What to Avoid and Why
A board-certified OBGYN explains sulfates and parabens in feminine care, why they can dry delicate skin, and how to read a label to choose gentler options.
Daily Care
A Gynecologist's Simple Daily Feminine Hygiene Routine
An OBGYN's simple daily feminine hygiene routine - gentle external washing, warm water, pat dry, and breathable cotton to support your natural balance.
