This Thursday (28), the singer Anitta announced through her social networks the launch of a unisex perfume for the intimate region. Named Puzzy, the product will be available in three fragrances and, according to the singer, aims to provide well-being and quality of sex life.
experts heard by Sheethowever, do not recommend the use of deodorants or perfumes for genitals.
Gynecologist Amanda Lino, from the Neo Vita clinic, in São Paulo, explains that there are two problems linked to intimate cosmetics, the first being related to the regulation of the vaginal flora. This is because this environment has one of the main forms of protection against infections: pH.
“He [o pH] it is slightly acidic. And it is precisely this acidity that protects and inhibits the proliferation of bacteria. When we use a cosmetic in this region, an imbalance of the flora can occur, which leads to the loss of this protection mechanism”, warns Lino.
Through the advisory, Cimed, the pharmaceutical company responsible for the development of Puzzy, informed that the perfume was formulated with a balanced pH and compatible with the external intimate region, so as not to interfere with the conditions of the natural vaginal pH.
According to the company, studies were carried out that proved that the vaginal flora is not altered during the use of the product, in addition to being gynecologically and dermatologically tested.
Cimed also claims that the development process took about a year, when they carried out clinical studies that confirmed the product’s safety. Puzzy is approved by Anvisa (National Health Surveillance Agency).
According to gynecologist Lino, the other problem is linked to the desire to cover up the natural odor of the vagina. The professional reports that this is a complaint she frequently receives in day-to-day care.
“It is an issue that is accompanied by a more cultural burden because, unfortunately, female sexuality still has a series of taboos. For many women, the vagina is a dirty organ. We have to remind patients that this organ has a characteristic odor and normal,” he says. “Vagina smells like a vagina, not a rose.”
But if a patient wants to change that smell, is there any other health risk? Yup.
Odor is also a way for doctors to identify if there is an infection at the site, as diseases such as candidiasis and vaginosis have a specific smell. When using this product, diagnosis may be more difficult.
Intimate soaps are also not recommended
Although intimate perfumes are not yet popular in Brazil, intimate soaps are common. Experts warn that they are also not recommended for vaginal hygiene due to the risk of pH change.
“Furthermore, the vagina has a self-regulating and self-cleaning mechanism. The intimate soap can even be used in the vulva region, but in the vagina, which is the inside, we do not recommend using anything”, says Lino.
When Vagina Smell Should Worry
The gynecologist reinforces that the vagina has a natural odor, but the change is a warning sign to seek professional help.
Candidiasis, for example, is characterized by an odor similar to bleach. Bacterial vaginosis, in addition to the change in smell, is accompanied by a pasty white discharge.
“Different secretions, bleeding after sexual intercourse, itching, pain… All this, together with the different odor, draws our attention. In these cases, the patient needs to see a doctor”, concludes the professional.
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