Three questions on personal hygiene
Regular visits to the toilet are part of being human. Just like intimate hygiene and intimate hygiene after the important business. There are many methods for washing the intimate area. And they all have the same purpose: to increase personal comfort. Husband and wife want to feel clean and fresh again when they leave the bathroom.
In most European households, dry or damp toilet paper is used to clean the intimate area. But do we achieve the desired cleanliness with toilet paper and a wet wipe? In the following article, there are answers to questions that you don't want to ask in public.
Does the intimate area really get clean when cleaning with toilet paper?
Toilet paper is ubiquitous in many bathrooms. Doubts about its usefulness or hygiene rarely arise. On the contrary: For many people, toilet paper is a sufficient means of intimate hygiene that makes them feel clean and fresh after going to the toilet. However, dermatologists question the cleanliness of the intimate area after wiping with toilet paper. The coarse dirt is removed. But not all residues can be removed with a dry paper towel. If these residues stick to the skin for a long time, they can damage it.
It is important for hygiene with paper to always wipe from front to back and then use a new paper. This can prevent intestinal bacteria from entering the urethra or vagina and causing infections. In addition, it is advisable to dab yourself with the toilet paper instead of rubbing it to avoid irritation and skin irritation.
How hygienic and gentle are wet wipes for intimate hygiene?
In advertising, wet wipes are touted as a practical hygiene product. The wipes, soaked in liquid and packaged, smell like soap and give the longed-for feeling of freshness in the intimate area when washed. They are also popular when caring for babies. Compared to dry toilet paper, the wet wipes can be used to remove residues more gently and thoroughly. Wiping is also less likely to cause skin irritation due to friction. Nevertheless, the use of wet wipes is not harmless. Because of their alcohol, preservative and fragrance content, they can cause skin irritation or even allergies. These ingredients also disrupt the skin's natural pH value, destroying its natural protection and promoting the proliferation of bacteria and fungi.
