Vaginal Health Blog
Clear, evidence-based guides on vaginal dryness, menopause, GSM and intimate comfort, for every stage of life.
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Ospemifene (Osphena) for Vaginal Dryness: How the Pill Works and Who It Suits
Read article →: Ospemifene (Osphena) for Vaginal Dryness: How the Pill Works and Who It SuitsOspemifene (Osphena) is a daily prescription pill for painful sex and vaginal dryness after menopause. How it works, research, side effects and…
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DHEA (Prasterone) for Vaginal Dryness: How It Works and Who It Suits
Read article →: DHEA (Prasterone) for Vaginal Dryness: How It Works and Who It SuitsVaginal DHEA (prasterone) is a nightly prescription insert for painful sex due to menopause. How it works, research, side effects and questions…
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Alternatives to Premarin Vaginal Cream: Hormone-Free & Prescription Options
Read article →: Alternatives to Premarin Vaginal Cream: Hormone-Free & Prescription OptionsPrescription and hormone-free alternatives to Premarin vaginal cream: estradiol creams, inserts and rings, DHEA, ospemifene, and moisturizers for mild symptoms.
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Best Lubricant for Menopause Dryness: How to Choose
Read article →: Best Lubricant for Menopause Dryness: How to ChooseSilicone, water-based, hybrid or oil? How to choose a lubricant for menopause dryness, ingredients to skip, and when to add a moisturizer.
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Vaginal Moisturizers & Dryness Creams: How to Choose the Right One
Read article →: Vaginal Moisturizers & Dryness Creams: How to Choose the Right OneWhat a vaginal moisturizer does, how it differs from lubricants and prescription creams, and what to look for on the label: pH,…
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Sex After Menopause: A Practical Comfort Guide
Read article →: Sex After Menopause: A Practical Comfort GuideWhat changes after menopause, and simple, practical ways to keep intimacy comfortable: lubricants, moisturizers, pacing, positions and when to see a clinician.
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How to Talk to Your Doctor (and Partner) About Vaginal Dryness
Read article →: How to Talk to Your Doctor (and Partner) About Vaginal DrynessEmbarrassment keeps many women from getting help. Here’s exactly what to note, say and ask, with your clinician and with your partner.
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Vaginal Dryness After Hysterectomy or Surgical Menopause
Read article →: Vaginal Dryness After Hysterectomy or Surgical MenopauseWhether your ovaries were removed makes all the difference. Here’s why dryness can appear suddenly after surgery, what to expect and what…
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Vaginal Estrogen vs. Hormone-Free Options: Which Is Right for You?
Read article →: Vaginal Estrogen vs. Hormone-Free Options: Which Is Right for You?A clear side-by-side comparison of low-dose vaginal estrogen and hormone-free moisturizers, lubricants and serums for vaginal dryness.
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Vaginal Laser vs. At-Home Care for Dryness: What the Evidence Shows
Read article →: Vaginal Laser vs. At-Home Care for Dryness: What the Evidence ShowsVaginal laser is marketed as a hormone-free fix for menopause dryness. Here’s what a major sham-controlled trial, the FDA and 2025 guidelines…