Vagina/vulva irritated by seawater

Hi guys,

here is the answer our health expert sent us after we asked him about your problem.

If your vagina or vulva is irritated by seawater, there are several steps you can take to prevent this from happening in the future:

1. Wear a bathing suit made from a breathable material, such as cotton or a moisture-wicking fabric. This can help reduce the amount of friction between your skin and your bathing suit, which can cause irritation.

2. Rinse off in fresh water after swimming in seawater. This can help remove any salt or other irritants that may be lingering on your skin.

3. Use a barrier cream or ointment. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly or a similar product to the vulva before swimming to create a barrier between your skin and the water.

4. Avoid swimming during certain times of the month. The vagina and vulva may be more sensitive to irritation during menstruation.

5. Try swimming in a pool instead of the ocean. Chlorine can also cause irritation for some people, but it may be less likely to irritate the vagina or vulva than seawater.

Hope this can help.