March 13, 2021

What Is the Best Lube for Vulvodynia?

Are you suffering from vulvodynia and just haven’t been able to find the relief you’re looking for? Maybe you’ve tried lots of different treatments — from medications to physical therapy. 

What if I told you that the promise of a pain-free future MIGHT just be found in a bottle of lube? Sounds crazy, right?

Well, it isn’t. I’m going to share with you how to ease vulvodynia symptoms using lube and what ingredients should be in the best lube for vulvodynia.

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What Is Vulvodynia?

Vulvodynia is persistent and unexplained pain in the area around the vagina that doesn’t have an identifiable cause. It can trigger discomfort not only during sex but also in everyday activities like simply sitting for long periods of time. Yikes!

The symptoms of vulvodynia include:

  • Burning
  • Itching
  • Stinging
  • Soreness
  • Rawness
  • Throbbing
  • Painful intercourse

In short, it’s no fun. It can be so severe that some women have described it as feeling like acid poured on the skin or constant, knife-like pain. 

Despite the fact that vulvodynia can be extremely painful and is actually quite common, many women don’t even mention it to their doctors! And while you should definitely do that, keep reading to find out how to soothe vulvar pain with the help of Chiavaye.

 

Can Lube Be Used To Ease Vulvodynia Symptoms?

When it comes to the treatment of vulvodynia symptoms, doctors agree that gentle care for the vulva is advised. 

What are some ways to do that?

  • Wearing soft and natural fabrics
  • Avoiding extreme temperatures
  • Steering clear of dyes and fragrances on anything coming in contact with the vulva
  • Focusing on activities that don’t put pressure on the vaginal area

What you may not have considered as a treatment option for vulvodynia relief is lube. Obviously, it can help with painful sexual intercourse by reducing friction and eliminating painful chafing and burning.

But you can also use it every day as a personal moisturizer to ease the pain and soothe the symptoms of vulvodynia. 

Now, I don’t know about you, but I’m extremely picky when I’m choosing a moisturizer for other parts of my body. Does it have the best ingredients? Will it improve my skin? Is there anything in it that will irritate me?

Well, your vaginal area deserves no less love and care, so read on to find out exactly what you should and shouldn’t be giving it! 

What Should Not Be In the Best Lube for Vulvodynia?

All lubes are not created equal. 

Many common ingredients in the personal lubricants you’ll find on store shelves are not only unnecessary but can also be downright toxic. Check your labels, and if you’re using anything with the following ingredients, you should probably do yourself a favor and throw it out.

Chemicals

Imagine you picked up a product and read that it contained:

  • Propylene glycol
  • Benzocaine
  • Silicone
  • Parabens
  • Sodium hydroxide

Surely you would think you were in a home improvement store buying something to seal those cracks in your garage floor or clean out a sink drain? 

Nope, you could be at a drugstore looking at the back of a bottle of lube. 

GMOs

Many lube companies use synthetic glycerin as a major ingredient. What you might not know is that these products may contain GMO soy or other industrialized crops. 

Many people are careful to avoid so-called FrankenGrains in their diet —  be sure not to take them into your body in other ways!

Fragrance

Besides being completely unneeded —  do you REALLY want your vagina to smell like a rose garden? Artificial fragrance comes from chemical processes using synthetic materials. It’s not natural and it doesn’t belong in a lube used to soothe vulvodynia.

Petroleum

Petroleum products have long been used as lubricants and thought safe, but there is recent evidence that the refining process can produce carcinogens. Why risk it?

 

What Should Be In the Best Lube for Vulvodynia?

At Chiavaye, we use six holistic ingredients and zero chemicals in our lube.

Because we know that vaginal skin is highly absorbent and whatever you put there will end up throughout your whole body, we wanted to include only vegan, all-natural, and hypoallergenic ingredients. 

Our goal goes beyond simply not causing your body harm — we want to help! Applying our product to your intimate areas every day can improve the symptoms of vulvodynia.

Only All-Natural Ingredients

Your body deserves the best, and these premium ingredients can help provide relief and soothe vulvar pain when you use Chiavaye Personal Moisturizer. 

Chiavaye contains:

  • Sunflower Seed Oil: helps the body heal and retain moisture. Plus it provides a barrier for friction.
  • Grapeseed Oil: anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and possibly antimicrobial; also acts as an antihistamine that can relieve dry and itchy skin.
  • Coconut Oil: goes skin-deep to deliver nourishment and hydration; may be antibacterial and antifungal.
  • Almond Oil: moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, and can be a natural mild pain reliever; may be beneficial for healing.
  • Evening Primrose Oil: widely used in treating women’s health issues, this ingredient is beneficial in reducing inflammation.
  • Vitamin E: this important antioxidant helps with cell damage; can promote blood circulation and regenerate cells.

And that’s it! 

Just six simple ingredients, but so many benefits within. Using this product every day helps women with the pain, itching, and soreness of vulvodynia and helps them get back to their normal lives.

Only Hypoallergenic Ingredients

Not only is our lube all-natural, but it’s also hypoallergenic. Many of the symptoms of vulvodynia are caused by inflammation. Can you imagine trying to treat them with a product that might cause an allergic reaction on top of that?

Our ingredients are safe and beneficial for your body, and your sensitive skin will thank you for using them!

 

If Even the Best Lube for Vulvodynia Isn’t Helping Your Symptoms, Consider These Treatment Options

No single treatment works for all women. After you consult a specialist, you may need one or a combination of the following in addition to a quality lube.

Medication for Vulvodynia Relief

Physicians have had success with easing vulvar pain in patients using:

  • Local anesthetics such as lidocaine applied to the skin
  • Antidepressants and anti-seizure drugs
  • Antihistamines
  • Hormone cream
  • Nerve block injections

Physiotherapy for Vulvodynia Relief

Physiotherapy is another option for treating vulvodynia. Some options are:

  • Biofeedback therapy: helps reduce pain by teaching you how to strengthen your pelvic muscles and control how your body reacts to symptoms.
  • Pelvic floor therapy: tension in the muscles that support the uterus, bladder, and bowels can increase pain. This therapy teaches you to relax those tissues and release tensions in your muscles and joints.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Vulvodynia Relief

By focusing on mental health, a counselor may be able to teach you coping mechanisms to deal with chronic pain. 

CBT for vulvodynia aims to:

  • Reduce pain and associated distress
  • Improve sexual function and satisfaction
  • Strengthen one’s intimate relationships

Surgery for Vulvodynia Relief

In cases of localized vulvodynia or vestibulodynia where other treatments are not working, some women may need to have the affected areas of their vulva removed surgically to find pain relief.

Diet for Vulvodynia Relief

A good diet can be key to helping your body heal from a host of conditions. My history of endometriosis led to the development of a diet that changed my life. 

While endo and vulvodynia are different conditions, they can both be exacerbated by inflammation.

This diet seeks to decrease irritation in the body by focusing on foods that are:

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Gluten-free
  • Dairy-free
  • Soy-free

Try it out and see how it works for you, then adapt to your needs.

How Chiavaye Can Help You Find Vulvodynia Burning Relief

If you are suffering from vulvodynia, try Chiavaye Personal Moisturizer as an alternative to expensive medications, therapies, or even surgeries. 

Our all-natural ingredients are combined in a way that benefits your body and eliminates your pain. It’s so pure that some women even use it as a face serum or makeup remover. 

Stop suffering and reach out today to start getting the relief you deserve.

 

 

Written by Kaylyn Easton

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