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Tips and thoughts

Why your deodorants don't work?

Why your deodorants don't work?

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Deodorants don’t just “cover up” body odor—they work by altering your skin microbiome and sweat chemistry. Antiperspirants use aluminum salts to block sweat glands, while natural deodorants change your skin’s...

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Can you be too clean?

Can you be too clean?

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

our skin is home to millions of bacteria—most of them beneficial. Together they form the skin microbiome, protecting you from pathogens and keeping your skin hydrated. But when this balance...

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Does toilet paper cause hemorrhoids

Does toilet paper cause hemorrhoids

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Toilet paper doesn’t cause hemorrhoids, but rough wiping can make them worse—leading to pain, itching, or bleeding. Dermatologists and rectal specialists warn that TP’s abrasive texture and bleaching chemicals can...

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Everything you need to know about feminine wet wipes

Everything you need to know about feminine wet wipes

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Feminine wipes are marketed as a quick fix for freshness, but are they really safe for your intimate health? Discover the pros and cons of vaginal wipes, the ingredients to...

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AHA and BHA in personal care - forget about body odor

AHA and BHA in personal care - forget about body odor

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

AHA and BHA are powerhouse exfoliating acids that do more than smooth skin—they can also help fight body odor, razor bumps, and uneven tone. Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) are water-soluble and...

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Preservatives 101: why do we need them?

Preservatives 101: why do we need them?

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Preservatives are essential for keeping skincare and personal care products safe, but not all preservatives are created equal. While synthetic options like parabens, triclosan, and formaldehyde-releasers can disrupt the skin...

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How to choose the best intimate wash

How to choose the best intimate wash

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Wondering if you really need an intimate wash? While the vagina is self-cleaning, your intimate area sometimes needs extra support to maintain a healthy pH and balanced microbiome. The right...

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The truth about balneol

The truth about balneol

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Balneol is marketed for hemorrhoids and intimate care, but its formula includes allergens like propylene glycol, PEGs, parabens, and fragrance. Learn why these ingredients may irritate delicate skin and how...

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I can smell myself through my pants. Why?

I can smell myself through my pants. Why?

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

If you have a vagina and googling ”I can smell myself through my pants” - don’t worry - it’s a surprisingly popular search phrase and it’s okay if you, too,...

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How to stop age-related changes in body odor

How to stop age-related changes in body odor

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Your skin’s bacteria help protect you—and shape how you smell. Puberty, 40+, menopause, and aging all shift the microbiome. Here’s why BO spikes and simple, microbiome-friendly fixes.

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Body odor and menopause

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

Perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause What is menopause? Simply put, menopause marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. During this time, the body undergoes significant changes. Let’s look at every...

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Dry skin after shower: causes and prevention

By Zakaria El benna Mar 17, 2025

You know the feeling when you get out of shower and need to moisturize the skin immediately, as it feels so tight. The main causes why your skin feels dry...

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