Grooming and Hygiene

Women's Grooming and Hygiene

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The Basics

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'Green' Hygiene Helps You Look Good While Caring for the Planet

The grooming products you use are probably damaging the environment—there are better options.

by Shannon Jordan

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Why Do I Get Cysts on My Bikini Line?

These painful bumps are rarely serious, but in some cases, you should seek medical attention.

by Coralle Skye

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Oh No, I Have Acne On My Butt!

Pimples on your face and back are common, but they'll also pop up where you least expect them.

by Taayoo Murray

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Skin Care After Childbirth: Postpartum Issues to Consider

Giving birth is a miraculous experience, but how it leaves your skin isn't quite so special.

by Laura Williams Bustos, ACSM EP-C

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Grooming

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Body Hair Makes You More—and Less—Sexually Attractive

Keep your body hair if you want. Some people will find it incredibly attractive.

by Jennifer Post

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The Purpose of Pubic Hair

Only you should decide whether it stays or goes.

by Reniel Anca

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Bush, Brazilian or Somewhere In Between: A Timeline of Pubic Hair Trends

From '70s bushes to bald as a badger, these are the era-defining styles for pubic hair.

by Megan McCarty

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Products

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Bath Products Are Fun, But Could They Hurt Your Sexual Health?

Beware of marketing ploys and pay attention to the ingredients before using these risky items.

by Ashley Broadwater

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TikTokers Are Using Lube As a Primer—Here's What Dermatologists Think

Lubricant can help makeup look smooth, but it's not the slickest idea.

by Ashley Broadwater

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5 Skincare Ingredients That Actually Work

Stop wasting cash on expensive fads and shop for these science-backed skincare ingredients.

by Kate Daniel

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Separate Dry-Brushing Myth From Fact

Whether this skincare secret really works isn't cut and dried.

by Trish Giramma

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Why Period Acne Happens and How to Prevent It

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By Sarah Morris

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Vaginal Conditions

What’s Causing My UTIs?

Save yourself from pain and trouble by identifying possible causes of urinary tract infections.

By Madeleine Williams, MPH

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Vaginal Conditions

What Should You Eat When You Have a Yeast Infection (and What To Avoid)?

The food you eat can help you avoid a yeast infection or play a role in causing one.

By Anastasia Climan

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Vaginal Conditions

What You Should Know about Bacterial Vaginosis

If uneven vaginal pH leads to bacterial vaginosis, you should know how to respond.

By Courtney Johnston