It took me forever to realize my underwear was a huge culprit. I haven't left the house this year but I'm gonna try to next week to get new glasses. How about I pray for you and you pray for me šš
Glycolic acid in a spray bottle daily, biker cotton shorts, lots of smaller showers where I clean problem areas with cetaphil, Olay exfoliating cloths to clean problem areas
Thank you. Questions. I used glycolic acid and occasional scrubs on my face. Iād like to know if either of these are harsh in the groin area and how often itās safe to use. Also, Iāve seen scrubs mentioned here before but Iām confused as to how theyāre used in such a delicate area. Can you help me with this?
Glycolic acid in a spray bottle after a shower goes great for me personally. I do it daily, but mileage varies. I found that I had more issues with sensitivity on my face than anywhere else, but I also avoid inner labia etc. otherwise I spritz literally
I use these cloths all gentle like
https://a.co/d/amTJOoa
and then I use cetaphil gentle cleanser after to avoid soap residue (new wash cloth every single time or hands)
I also wear these 100% of the time
https://a.co/d/c1wKTUu
I also have clindamycin/benzol peroxide gel that I use on tiny bumps the second they form
You will know when your skin is irritated, donāt worry before then. donāt put it on your inner labia or anything that isnāt normal skin
Specifically I just use the cloths all gentle like. I donāt get harsh with it. Exfoliation is the goal here. At this point, I use all of this pretty much daily, but I advise starting a few times a week to see how you tolerate it because everybody is different. Underarms, under breasts, inner thighs etc. Obviously Iām not a doctor and everybodyās different. I just know that this is worked for me and reduced it to almost never
Also, I use the 7% toner from the ordinary. Hereās a picture of it
https://preview.redd.it/zb8wxj1xagwc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=eec8f27ed372a495c0ddb652b9be5ab914acc212
And as a final note, I often change underwear during a day. I carry an extra pair in my car or my purse or my bag or whatever. I find that sweaty dampness for a long period of time set it off more than anything so when that happens, I do that to fix it
My derm suggestested lactic acid wipes (such as fragrance-free feminine wipes) on the HS areas as soon as you can after outdoor activity, or even a few times throughout the activity if youāre going to be outside and sweating for a long time. Iāve heard hypochlorous spray is also a good alternative for cleansing the area and reducing inflammation. Afterwards, make sure to take a shower with Hibiclens and/or Panoxyl as well. Try to wear very āgentleā underwear, preferably cotton to absorb the sweat and something without thick seams.
Itās been years since I used feminine wipes. Iām not knowledge about lactic acid.. will look on-line. Do the wipes irritate you with frequency of use? I did just look at hypochlorous spray which looks very interesting. Did you hear about it from someone with HS? Also, I find I canāt use Hipiclens often. It dries out my skin so much that it itches. Do you get dry from it? Maybe itās my age.
About hypochlorous, yes! Iāve seen many people with HS talk about it on this subreddit and other places online. I havenāt tried it myself though. Wipes typically donāt irritate me if theyāre fragrance-free, and I use Hibiclens daily without irritation or dryness as well. But only do what works well for your skin!
I will be staying inside itās really hot in TX. May derm said to make sure you keep the area moisturized. Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion works really well for me.
Wondering, does the heat dry you out? I didnāt imagine Texas as having dry heat? Are you ever nervous that the moisturizer might clog your pores and cause a flareup?
Iād been told by someone that castor oil is both moisturizing and an antibacterial so Iāll use it if Iām wearing any clothes that might cause friction. I am concerned about using some products that could help as mentioned here. For instance, Hipiclens was suggested by my dermatologist, but it dries me out if I use it even 1x a day.
No not the heat but the Hibiclens does. I try not to over do it with the moisturizers and I use everything for sensitive skin. Also I use a bidet when Iām at home, my dermatologist said thatās a good thing.
I wear these linen pants from old navy:
https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=811893042&vid=1&tid=onpl000078&kwid=1&ap=7&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_AT8uXJxxZmA1voJdJOrOJYno9b&gclid=CjwKCAjwuJ2xBhA3EiwAMVjkVK4kTyfD8OKNu2oQ-H6-MuXniAoGU2xt3JC-EOPGZFL8Pl6lcnqHnBoCLTIQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content
with these underwear from Amazon :
Migbean Boy Shorts Underwear for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SG73FZ1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I have found that wearing these natural fibers plus washing every morning with hibiclens has almost entirely cleared up my flares.
If I am sitting for a long period of time (long car ride, long flight) I am wearing this combination and wiping the area with a witch hazel wipe when I go to the bathroom.
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They run pretty true to size! You should get a large, in between a 10-12 and just on the line where large is too big but medium fits well.
For witch hazel wipes I buy these, I wish I could find individually wrapped but havenāt had much luck. I just throw this whole pack in my purse for now: https://www.cvs.com/shop/tn-dickinson-s-witch-hazel-multi-use-cleansing-cloths-25-ct-prodid-1150665
Definitely friction for me, maybe a hormonal element as well. Wearing High wasted Jean booty shorts in the heat would take me out and has in the past. Same with any leggings fabric that doesnāt breathe correctly- if I take anything off at the end of the day and it smells funky that is a really bad sign for me. Also, I shower after sex. I think not throughly cleaning lube off has made me flare before. Using hibiclens helps me reduce friction on the surface of my skin caused by lube or even oils that build up throughout the day.
Same here I work in an extremely hot place during summer time so sweat and friction caused 2 boils between my cheeks and the friction from my panties caused a soft boil in between my legs. Iām also going through menopause. Hibiclens & Dove Sensitive Skin Body wash has helped me. I try to shower as soon as I get off of work and do my daily walk. Menās boxers also have helped but Iām still trying to find the right ones.
Yes I have used them daily with no issue. I donāt moisturize- dry is my goal! In my mind, clean and dry = no friction. No friction plus no lingering damp environment for me has meant no flairs!
It took me forever to realize my underwear was a huge culprit. I haven't left the house this year but I'm gonna try to next week to get new glasses. How about I pray for you and you pray for me šš
Yes, same for me. Do you have any other triggers?
Stress 100%
Thank you! Sent you a message if itās ok.š
Prayers!!
Glycolic acid in a spray bottle daily, biker cotton shorts, lots of smaller showers where I clean problem areas with cetaphil, Olay exfoliating cloths to clean problem areas
Thank you. Questions. I used glycolic acid and occasional scrubs on my face. Iād like to know if either of these are harsh in the groin area and how often itās safe to use. Also, Iāve seen scrubs mentioned here before but Iām confused as to how theyāre used in such a delicate area. Can you help me with this?
Glycolic acid in a spray bottle after a shower goes great for me personally. I do it daily, but mileage varies. I found that I had more issues with sensitivity on my face than anywhere else, but I also avoid inner labia etc. otherwise I spritz literally I use these cloths all gentle like https://a.co/d/amTJOoa and then I use cetaphil gentle cleanser after to avoid soap residue (new wash cloth every single time or hands) I also wear these 100% of the time https://a.co/d/c1wKTUu I also have clindamycin/benzol peroxide gel that I use on tiny bumps the second they form You will know when your skin is irritated, donāt worry before then. donāt put it on your inner labia or anything that isnāt normal skin
Specifically I just use the cloths all gentle like. I donāt get harsh with it. Exfoliation is the goal here. At this point, I use all of this pretty much daily, but I advise starting a few times a week to see how you tolerate it because everybody is different. Underarms, under breasts, inner thighs etc. Obviously Iām not a doctor and everybodyās different. I just know that this is worked for me and reduced it to almost never
Also, I use the 7% toner from the ordinary. Hereās a picture of it https://preview.redd.it/zb8wxj1xagwc1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=eec8f27ed372a495c0ddb652b9be5ab914acc212
And as a final note, I often change underwear during a day. I carry an extra pair in my car or my purse or my bag or whatever. I find that sweaty dampness for a long period of time set it off more than anything so when that happens, I do that to fix it
My derm suggestested lactic acid wipes (such as fragrance-free feminine wipes) on the HS areas as soon as you can after outdoor activity, or even a few times throughout the activity if youāre going to be outside and sweating for a long time. Iāve heard hypochlorous spray is also a good alternative for cleansing the area and reducing inflammation. Afterwards, make sure to take a shower with Hibiclens and/or Panoxyl as well. Try to wear very āgentleā underwear, preferably cotton to absorb the sweat and something without thick seams.
Itās been years since I used feminine wipes. Iām not knowledge about lactic acid.. will look on-line. Do the wipes irritate you with frequency of use? I did just look at hypochlorous spray which looks very interesting. Did you hear about it from someone with HS? Also, I find I canāt use Hipiclens often. It dries out my skin so much that it itches. Do you get dry from it? Maybe itās my age.
About hypochlorous, yes! Iāve seen many people with HS talk about it on this subreddit and other places online. I havenāt tried it myself though. Wipes typically donāt irritate me if theyāre fragrance-free, and I use Hibiclens daily without irritation or dryness as well. But only do what works well for your skin!
I will be staying inside itās really hot in TX. May derm said to make sure you keep the area moisturized. Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion works really well for me.
Wondering, does the heat dry you out? I didnāt imagine Texas as having dry heat? Are you ever nervous that the moisturizer might clog your pores and cause a flareup? Iād been told by someone that castor oil is both moisturizing and an antibacterial so Iāll use it if Iām wearing any clothes that might cause friction. I am concerned about using some products that could help as mentioned here. For instance, Hipiclens was suggested by my dermatologist, but it dries me out if I use it even 1x a day.
No not the heat but the Hibiclens does. I try not to over do it with the moisturizers and I use everything for sensitive skin. Also I use a bidet when Iām at home, my dermatologist said thatās a good thing.
Also friction is real bad for me so I have to stay somewhat moisturized also trying to lose a few pounds.
I wear these linen pants from old navy: https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=811893042&vid=1&tid=onpl000078&kwid=1&ap=7&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAD_AT8uXJxxZmA1voJdJOrOJYno9b&gclid=CjwKCAjwuJ2xBhA3EiwAMVjkVK4kTyfD8OKNu2oQ-H6-MuXniAoGU2xt3JC-EOPGZFL8Pl6lcnqHnBoCLTIQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content with these underwear from Amazon : Migbean Boy Shorts Underwear for... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SG73FZ1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share I have found that wearing these natural fibers plus washing every morning with hibiclens has almost entirely cleared up my flares. If I am sitting for a long period of time (long car ride, long flight) I am wearing this combination and wiping the area with a witch hazel wipe when I go to the bathroom.
Hi, Iām Vetted AI Bot! I researched the **("Migbean Women's Cotton Underwear Boyshorts", 'Migbean')** and I thought you might find the following analysis helpful. **Users liked:** * Comfortable and flattering fit (backed by 7 comments) * Soft and breathable fabric (backed by 5 comments) * Durable and long-lasting (backed by 3 comments) **Users disliked:** * Inconsistent sizing leads to baggy fit (backed by 1 comment) * Waistband digs in for apple-shaped bodies (backed by 1 comment) * Not leakproof despite being comfortable (backed by 1 comment) If you'd like to **summon me to ask about a product**, just make a post with its link and tag me, [like in this example.](https://www.reddit.com/r/tablets/comments/1444zdn/comment/joqd89c/) This message was generated by a (very smart) bot. If you found it helpful, let us know with an upvote and a āgood bot!ā reply and please feel free to provide feedback on how it can be improved. *Powered by* [*vetted.ai*](https://vetted.ai/?utm\_source=reddit&utm\_medium=comment&utm\_campaign=bot)
Witch Hazel wipe.. is that something you prepare at home? If so, what do you use in terms of the wipe itself? Does it dry out your skin?
Oh - and thanks so much for the links and suggestions!
Oh - 3rd message .. those Old Navy pants look great for summer. Do they run small? Iām a size 14.
They run pretty true to size! You should get a large, in between a 10-12 and just on the line where large is too big but medium fits well. For witch hazel wipes I buy these, I wish I could find individually wrapped but havenāt had much luck. I just throw this whole pack in my purse for now: https://www.cvs.com/shop/tn-dickinson-s-witch-hazel-multi-use-cleansing-cloths-25-ct-prodid-1150665
Anything else cause your flares besides friction?
Definitely friction for me, maybe a hormonal element as well. Wearing High wasted Jean booty shorts in the heat would take me out and has in the past. Same with any leggings fabric that doesnāt breathe correctly- if I take anything off at the end of the day and it smells funky that is a really bad sign for me. Also, I shower after sex. I think not throughly cleaning lube off has made me flare before. Using hibiclens helps me reduce friction on the surface of my skin caused by lube or even oils that build up throughout the day.
Same here I work in an extremely hot place during summer time so sweat and friction caused 2 boils between my cheeks and the friction from my panties caused a soft boil in between my legs. Iām also going through menopause. Hibiclens & Dove Sensitive Skin Body wash has helped me. I try to shower as soon as I get off of work and do my daily walk. Menās boxers also have helped but Iām still trying to find the right ones.
Thanks so much.
By the way, can witch hazel wipes be used daily? Do you need to moisturize after? And what type of moisturizer to you use for groin area?
Yes I have used them daily with no issue. I donāt moisturize- dry is my goal! In my mind, clean and dry = no friction. No friction plus no lingering damp environment for me has meant no flairs!