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Reclaiming the Word ‘Intimate’: Why It’s Time to Talk Openly About Vulvo-Vaginal Health
Why Vulval Skin Deserves Special Care
The vulva is not just “skin like anywhere else.” It’s:
- Mucosal-adjacent, which makes it more absorbent and reactive
- Hormone-sensitive, meaning it responds to menopause, stress, and medication
- Subject to friction, pH shifts, and microflora imbalances
Yet, until recently, most products marketed for vulval care were fragranced, overly acidic, or filled with irritants that did more harm than good.
It’s time we treat vulval skin with the same clinical care we give to the face — if not more.
Why We Still Struggle to Say “Vulva” and “Vagina”
Stigma is generational. Cultural. Deep. We weren’t taught that our vulvas are:
- Anatomically normal and worthy of attention
- Prone to conditions like dermatitis, dryness, or barrier dysfunction
- Deserving of gentle, non-hormonal, science-based support
By avoiding the words, we reinforce the silence. And when women don’t feel comfortable naming or describing what’s wrong, they delay seeking help — sometimes for years.
This has real consequences. We’re here to change that.
Reframing ‘Intimate’ as Empowered, Not Embarrassed
At V.supple®, we use the word *intimate* with intention. Not as a euphemism. But as an invitation to:
- Care for the vulva and vagina with respect and precision
- Include vulvo-vaginal daily skincare rituals without shame
- Speak up about dryness, discomfort, or sensitivity
Your sexual health deserves visibility.
Not invisibility. Not medicalised shame. Not clinical coldness.
What Intimate Skincare Should Look Like
An effective vulval skincare product is:
- Non-hormonal and fragrance-free
- pH balanced and microbiome-friendly
- Designed for delicate mucosa and barrier support
- Validated by clinicians, not just cosmetic marketers
Our V.supple® Balm is formulated with these principles in mind. A powerful but gentle, microsphere hyaluronic acid balm that supports hydration, elasticity, and external comfort without hormones. Women need more than just moisture for intercourse to be comfortable, we need elasticity. That elasticity comes from our microsphere HA. A tiny molecule with a big skin impact.
The Power of Naming What You Need
Reclaiming the words “vulva” and “vagina” isn’t just about anatomy. It’s about:
- Naming what hurts
- Describing what heals
- Asking for products that respect your whole self
Because when we name it, we normalise it. And when we normalise it, we give every woman — at every age and stage — permission to prioritise her own sexual health.