Importance of Vaginal pH
Although the vagina does a pretty good job of looking after itself most of the time, there are still steps you should take if you want to take the very best care of your intimate area.
pH differences
The pH levels of different parts of our body vary.
For example, the vaginal pH is typically acidic, between 3.5 and 4.5, while the rectal pH is neutral at pH 7.0.
Semen, on the other hand, has a slightly higher alkaline pH of around 7.0-8.5.
Why we need a balanced vaginal pH
The natural acidic pH of the vagina creates an optimal environment that helps protect against infections like Bacterial Vaginosis, thrush outbreaks and UTIs.
Maintaining a healthy vaginal pH is crucial for safeguarding your intimate health.
Importance of Vaginal pH
Although the vagina does a pretty good job of looking after itself most of the time, there are still steps you should take if you want to take the very best care of your intimate area.
pH differences
The pH levels of different parts of our body vary.
For example, the vaginal pH is typically acidic, between 3.5 and 4.5, while the rectal pH is neutral at pH 7.0.
Semen, on the other hand, has a slightly higher alkaline pH of around 7.0-8.5.
Why we need a balanced vaginal pH
The natural acidic pH of the vagina creates an optimal environment that helps protect against infections like Bacterial Vaginosis, thrush outbreaks and UTIs.
Maintaining a healthy vaginal pH is crucial for safeguarding your intimate health.
Vaginal Moisturiser or Water-based lube?
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING: | YES® WB | YES® VM | COMMENTS |
Vaginal atrophy | | Use daily initially, then every 3 days as symptoms improve | |
Itching, burning from the dryness | | As needed to alleviate itching and burning | |
Intermittent vaginal atrophy | | Use for comfort and intercourse | |
Menopausal Vaginal Dryness | | Use daily initially, then every 3 days as symptoms improve | |
Maintaining your vaginal pH | | | Use daily initially, then every 3 days as symptoms improve |
Short-term bouts of Vaginal dryness | | Use for comfort and intercourse | |
Painful sex | | Use before and during intercourse | |
Intercourse dryness | | Use for intercourse | |
Atrophic Vaginitis | | Use daily initially, then every 3 days as symptoms impove |
Applicator
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Making Vaginas Happy®
The YES® Difference
BRAND: | YES® | KY Jelly | Durex play | Sylk | Astroglide | Replens | Ingredient concern* |
Paraben(s) | | | See GSE | | | Estrogen mimics, found in breast tumours - avoid if Breast cancer recovery / not wanting HRT / any hormone related concern. | |
Glycerin | | | | | | | Mucosal irritant (dehydrates & irritates mucosa above 20%),at < 5% is Candida nutrient, so may trigger Thrush outbreaks & leaves sticky residue |
Glycols | | | Cell wall disrupter, called penetration enhancer as pulls other chemicals thru skin into blood stream. | ||||
Grapefruit seed extract (GSE) | | | No proven preservative efficacy: banned in Switzerland in Personal Care products, FDA research shows preservative efficacy due only to these adulterants: Methylparaben, Triclosan and Benzethonium chloride | ||||
Mineral Oil | | | Called liquid paraffin, petroleum by-product & thought to suffocate skin by coating it. | ||||
Certified Organic | | | | | | | Some companies label products 'organic' if it only contains 1% organic ingredients regardless of other concerning ingredients. The Soil Association certification guarantees purity and quality of ingredients and ensures strict manufacturing standards. |
*K-Y Jelly formulation has changed, pH & Osmolality from 2011 study, previous formulation data shown here to match study results.
Making Vaginas Happy®
The YES® Difference
BRAND: | YES® | KY Jelly | Durex play | Sylk | Astroglide | Replens | Ingredient concern* |
Paraben(s) | Never! | | See GSE | | | Estrogen mimics, found in breast tumours - avoid if Breast cancer recovery / not wanting HRT / any hormone related concern. | |
Glycerin | Absolutely not | | | | | | Mucosal irritant (dehydrates & irritates mucosa above 20%),at < 5% is Candida nutrient, so may trigger Thrush outbreaks & leaves sticky residue |
Glycols | We could never | | Cell wall disrupter, called penetration enhancer as pulls other chemicals thru skin into blood stream. | ||||
Grapefruit seed extract (GSE) | No way! | | No proven preservative efficacy: banned in Switzerland in Personal Care products, FDA research shows preservative efficacy due only to these adulterants: Methylparaben, Triclosan and Benzethonium chloride | ||||
Mineral Oil | Not at YES® | | Called liquid paraffin, petroleum by-product & thought to suffocate skin by coating it. | ||||
Certified Organic | ALWAYS! | | | | | | Some companies label products 'organic' if it only contains 1% organic ingredients regardless of other concerning ingredients. The Soil Association certification guarantees purity and quality of ingredients and ensures strict manufacturing standards. |
*K-Y Jelly formulation has changed, pH & Osmolality from 2011 study, previous formulation data shown here to match study results.
Top tips from our YES® VM customers
Although the vagina does a pretty good job of looking after itself most of the time, there are still steps you should take if you want to take the very best care of your intimate area.
pH differences
The pH levels of different parts of our body vary.
For example, the vaginal pH is typically acidic, between 3.5 and 4.5, while the rectal pH is neutral at pH 7.0.
Semen, on the other hand, has a slightly higher alkaline pH of around 7.0-8.5.
Why we need a balanced vaginal pH
The natural acidic pH of the vagina creates an optimal environment that helps protect against infections like Bacterial Vaginosis, thrush outbreaks and UTIs.
Maintaining a healthy vaginal pH is crucial for safeguarding your intimate health.
Vaginal Moisturiser or Water-based Lubricant?
ARE YOU EXPERIENCING: | YES® WB | YES® VM | COMMENTS |
Vaginal atrophy | | Use daily initially, then every 3 days as symptoms impove | |
Itching, burning from the dryness | | As needed to alleviate itching and burning | |
Intermittent vaginal atrophy | | Use for comfort and intercourse | |
Maintaining your vaginal pH | | | Use daily initially, then every 3 days as symptoms impove |
Short-term bouts of Vaginal dryness | | Use for comfort and intercourse | |
Painful sex | | Use before and during intercourse | |
Intercourse dryness | | Use for intercourse | |
Atrophic Vaginitis | | Use daily initially, then every 3 days as symptoms impove |
Applicator
Tube
Making Vaginas Happy®
YES® Difference
BRAND: | YES® | KY Jelly | Durex play | Sylk | Astroglide | Replens | Ingredient concern* |
Paraben(s) | | | See GSE | | | Estrogen mimics, found in breast tumours - avoid if Breast cancer recovery / not wanting HRT / any hormone related concern. | |
Glycerin | | | | | | | Mucosal irritant (dehydrates & irritates mucosa above 20%),at < 5% is Candida nutrient, so may trigger Thrush outbreaks & leaves sticky residue |
Glycols | | | Cell wall disrupter, called penetration enhancer as pulls other chemicals thru skin into blood stream. | ||||
Grapefruit seed extract (GSE) | | | No proven preservative efficacy: banned in Switzerland in Personal Care products, FDA research shows preservative efficacy due only to these adulterants: Methylparaben, Triclosan and Benzethonium chloride | ||||
Mineral Oil | | | Called liquid paraffin, petroleum by-product & thought to suffocate skin by coating it. | ||||
Certified Organic | | | | | | | Some companies label products 'organic' if it only contains 1% organic ingredients regardless of other concerning ingredients. The Soil Association certification guarantees purity and quality of ingredients and ensures strict manufacturing standards. |
Applicators are your best friend for getting product deeper into the vagina. The single use design helps minimize the risk of bacteria making it into this sensitive area
Applicators make a great discreet but handy handbag option for comfort on-the-go
Dispense an applicator onto your hand for the perfect measured amount of lubricant to apply wherever you want it
Applicators are your best friend for getting product deeper into the vagina. The single use design helps minimize the risk of bacteria making it into this sensitive area
Applicators make a great discreet but handy handbag option for comfort on-the-go
Dispense an applicator onto your hand for the perfect measured amount of lubricant to apply wherever you want it
Applicators are your best friend for getting product deeper into the vagina. The single use design helps minimize the risk of bacteria making it into this sensitive area
Applicators make a great discreet but handy handbag option for comfort on-the-go
Dispense an applicator onto your hand for the perfect measured amount of lubricant to apply wherever you want it
Why Organic?
Why Certified Organic?
Most people think about sustainability when they read organic, perhaps you think about responsible sourcing and being kind to the planet.
To us, choosing organic ingredients means we can guarantee the purity of our formulations, which puts you in control of what your are putting in the most intimate part of your body.
More than this, YES® products are certified organic by the Soil Association. This means the majority of the ingredients in our formulations are organic and meet the high threshold for certified organic that The Soil Association require. Certified organic gives you the confidence to know what is in the products you are using and where they have come from.
Most people think about sustainability when they read organic, perhaps you think about responsible sourcing and being kind to the planet.
To us, choosing organic ingredients means we can guarantee the purity of our formulations, which puts you in control of what your are putting in the most intimate part of your body.
More than this, YES® products are certified organic by the Soil Association. This means the majority of the ingredients in our formulations are organic and meet the high threshold for certified organic that The Soil Association require. Certified organic gives you the confidence to know what is in the products you are using and where they have come from.
Why Organic?🌱
Most people think about sustainability when they read organic, perhaps you think about responsible sourcing and being kind to the planet.
To us, choosing organic ingredients means we can guarantee the purity of our formulations, which puts you in control of what your are putting in the most intimate part of your body.
More than this, YES® products are certified organic by the Soil Association. This means the majority of the ingredients in our formulations are organic and meet the high threshold for certified organic that The Soil Association require. Certified organic gives you the confidence to know what is in the products you are using and where they have come from.