What are the differences between an intimate bar and an intimate soap?
Baûbo, after having developed a specific product for quality intimate hygiene, helps you understand the differences and respective advantages between a dermatological intimate bar and a classic intimate soap . Intimate hygiene is a crucial subject for the well-being of fragile vulvas and mucous membranes. With the many options on the market, it is sometimes complex to choose between two intimate cleansers. Expert explanations... from woman to woman.
1. First: what is a dermatological (intimate) bread?
A dermatological bar, or soap-free bar , is a gentle cleanser designed to respect the skin's natural pH (around 5.5) and preserve its protective film. Without soap, a dermatological bar uses cleansing agents that prevent irritation and dryness, perfect for dry and sensitive skin. Hypoallergenic , dermatological bar is suitable for both the face and body and is suitable for intimate hygiene thanks to its appropriate pH.
2. Composition & pH: which formulation for my intimate area?
Baûbo's Intimate Bread
Baûbo Intimate Pain is formulated with an acidic pH of 5.8, specially adapted to the intimate flora. In addition, Baûbo Intimate dermatological pain is enriched with natural ingredients, nourishing and organic oils (coconut, plum, calendula oils) as well as Calybiota® Bio , a new natural prebiotic active ingredient based on red kapok flower, soothing the sexual mucous membranes.
A classic intimate soap
A traditional soap can be irritating to the mucous membranes due to its saponification process. This chemical process, which transforms fatty substances and a base (often soda) into soap, generally produces a product with an alkaline pH (around 9), much higher than that of the intimate mucous membranes, which are naturally acidic (around 4 to 4.5). An alkaline pH can disrupt the balance of the intimate microbiota by reducing the population of good bacteria such as lactobacilli, thus increasing the risk of irritation, dryness and infections. Intimate soaps, although formulated to respect the pH of the intimate area, often have variable pH. The best formulas may include gentle cleaning agents, but may also contain additives or even soap. Finally, liquid intimate soaps based on water often have irritating preservatives and emulsifying agents.
3. Texture & use: what daily cleansing care?
Baûbo's Intimate Bread
Presented in solid form, Baûbo's Pain Intime looks like a classic soap. Light and easy to carry, it fits easily into your toiletry bag. Due to its formulation, reduced in irritating foaming surfactants , it foams less than a classic soap and therefore lasts longer.
A classic intimate soap
Intimate soaps in gel form foam a lot on the skin, thanks to synthetic foaming surfactants – possible skin irritants. And if the tube format of a shower gel seems more familiar, it is nevertheless a big disadvantage for the planet, due to its plastic bottle, made from polluting petroleum!
4. Soothing & effectiveness: what are the benefits for my skin?
Baûbo's Intimate Bread
Thanks to its soothing active ingredients, Baûbo Intimate Pain is ideal for reducing feelings of discomfort and irritation. Particularly appreciated for its softness, it is suitable for sensitive skin, as well as for pregnant women and babies' skin. Its gentle formulation is particularly recommended for reactive skin. In addition, it is gynecologically tested with excellent results:
100% say that Pain Intime soothes, gently cleanses, protects and reduces feelings of discomfort.
A classic intimate soap
Be careful with alcohol or perfume, which can irritate the most sensitive skin and do not allow daily or family use. Finally, not all intimate soaps are gynecologically tested.
5. Environmental impact of my cleansing care: what ecological choice?
Baûbo's Intimate Bread
From an ecological point of view, Baûbo's Pain Intime is environmentally friendly because it is packaged without plastic, in addition to being economical in terms of duration of use. Finally, its 100% natural and 75% organic formula has a much less polluting impact on the environment than petrochemical or non-organic materials.
A classic intimate soap
Liquid intimate soaps can vary in terms of their ecological impact. Plastic bottles and chemical additives increase their ecological footprint.
6. Our tips for using it to pamper your intimate flora
- Prefer lukewarm or cold water for the intimate area: in fact, hot water can irritate the mucous membranes.
- Use your cleansing care sparingly. A small amount of product is enough to clean without disturbing the natural balance of the intimate flora. Rinse thoroughly (with water that is not too hot).
- Avoid vaginal douches : the vagina is self-cleaning. These types of douches disrupt the vaginal flora and should therefore be avoided!
How to make the best choice for your intimate well-being?
Baûbo Intimate Pain stands out for its natural and organic formula , its practicality, its ecological commitment and its great effectiveness recognized by tests, as well as the numerous opinions of our users .
Remember that the most important thing is to choose a product formulated to respect the pH of your intimate area, in order to maintain its natural balance weakened by sexual and sporting activities, fatty and sugary foods, or even thongs that are too tight!
