What’s good for your vulva – and what’s better left out

Care, myths, and a bit of clarity down there.

Our vulva is both strong and sensitive. It can give birth to children, but it reacts sensitively to the wrong shower gel. It protects us, is a place of pleasure – and yet it’s often cared for incorrectly.

Why? Because there are still so many myths and misunderstandings about intimate care. Time to set the record straight: What really belongs near our vulva – and what should stay on the store shelf.

Water – yes. Fragrances – no.

Most women don’t need a special intimate wash for everyday use. Clear, lukewarm water is perfectly sufficient to gently clean the vulva. If you feel like you need more, go for products without perfume, alcohol, or irritating additives.

What doesn’t belong near your vulva:

• Scented washes

• Intimate sprays

• Soaps with high pH values

• Anything promising a “fresh feeling” or “cooling effect”

These products disrupt your vulva’s natural balance. They can cause irritation, dryness, or even infections – no matter how fresh they might smell.

Less is more – and natural is better

The skin around the vulva is thin and highly absorbent. What you apply there often goes straight into your body. So choose carefully.

What’s okay – depending on your needs:

• Pure plant oils (like jojoba, almond, calendula)

• Products with nourishing, soothing ingredients like chamomile or vitamin E

• Water- or oil-based lubricants (without microplastics, glycerin, or perfume)

And what’s not:

• Baby oil (usually mineral oil-based and not breathable)

• Anything with glycerin or sugar (which can promote yeast infections)

• Intimate deodorants (just... no.)

The myth of “self-cleaning” – partly true

You’ve probably heard: “The vagina is self-cleaning.” That’s true! But here’s the clarification:

• The vagina (inside) cleans itself.

• The vulva (external area) can and should be gently cared for – especially if it’s dry, itchy, or irritated (due to exercise, menstruation, sex, etc.).

Translation: No shower head up inside. No essential-oil tampons. No DIY steam baths to “detox your yoni.” Your vagina doesn’t need cleansing – it needs trust.

Pleasure and care – not a contradiction

Intimate care can be sensual. And it can bring pleasure.

Take GOLDENE LUST for example: a natural oil that not only nourishes your vulva but invites touch. A product for self-love – not shame.

And that might just be the most important point: Our vulva is not a problem. Not a risk. Not a taboo.

She is part of us – and she deserves care. Without chemicals. Without drama. Without pressure.

Conclusion: Only let near your vulva what you’d let near your heart.

Gentle. Natural. Real.
And if in doubt about a product: less is almost always more.