Avoid | Substitute |
Clothing | |
Pantyhose | Stockings with a garter belt Thigh-high or knee-high stockings |
Synthetic underwear | Cotton underwear or no underwear |
Jeans and other tight pants | Loose pants, skirts, dresses |
Swimsuits, leotards, thongs, lycra garments | Loose-fitting cotton garments |
Cleansing products | |
Scented soaps or shampoos | Fragrance-free pH neutral soap |
Bubble bath | Tub baths in the morning and at night without additives and at a comfortable temperature |
Scented detergents | Unscented detergents |
Baby wipes or flushable wipes | Rinse with water using sports water bottle or perineal irrigation bottle |
Feminine sprays, douches, powders | These are not necessary products and can be omitted from personal practices |
Other | |
Washcloths | Use fingertips for washing; pat dry, do not rub dry |
Panty liners | Tampons or cotton pads |
Dyed toilet articles | Toilet articles without dyes |
Hair dryers to dry vulva skin without contact | Dry vulva by gentle patting |