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Best Hormonal Self-Care Practices
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items These are some self-care products I have come to love; most budget friendly and some splurges! PCOS and Perimenapause journey has been kicking butt and taking names. I decided to listen to my body and find my own path forward. This collection include...
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This collection of products has helped me alleviate the change in my perimenapause body odor. I am a busy mom to homeschooled ADHD 9 year old diva! I will be 50 in 2025. I am doing all I can to be more intential about taking better care of myself.
Do you find that no matter how many times you lather in the shower or bath, you still smell musty in the underarms, groin or under your fupa (gasp)? Good news! It's not you or your routine. Increased body odor is a common symptom in perimenopause. I found this out the hard way. I have been in perimenapause for the last 3 yrs. At 49 1/2 , I don't have time for the funk!!! A decline in estrogen levels and increased testosterone levels can cause sweat to smell different and attract more bacteria....
SkinSmart Facial Cleanser Hypochlorous Acid Mist
Anti-Odor Shower Production Step 2: I know this is old school but it is tried and true. I use this after my pre-shower spray.
Dove Beauty Bar
Anti-Odor Shower Production Step 3: The Energizer Mandelic Acid Body Wash from Naturium invigorates and deeply cleanses the skin. Formulated with fermented sugar cane and mandelic acid, this cleanser helps to neutralize and fight body odor. My skin a...
Naturium- The Energizer Mandelic Acid Body Wash
Anti-Odor Shower Production Step 4: My last lather is my favorite smell good body wash. By this step, my body has been prepped, cleansed and treated.
Beija Flor™ Body Wash
Anti-Odor Post Shower Step 1: This was my gateway into the wonderful world of body deodorant! Once you perfect your bathing routine, you have to seal the deal with this powehouse 💪🏽 for all day fresh!
Home | Lume Deodorant | Outrageously Effective Whole Body ...
Anti-Odor Post Shower Production Step 1 Alternate: I will use Dove Whole Body for under my under my breasts, under fupa and bikini area (for the hot girls... iykyk)
Dove Whole Body Deodorant Stick Coconut + Vanilla Aluminum Free, 2.6 oz
This right here!!! This is the OG product. I found out about this when I had my daughter by c-section. It was in the room along with another spray cleanser. I took it home and became a loyal customer. I would use this as a pre-shower or bath on the h...
Secura Total Body Foam Cleanser, 8.5 oz.
This is another OG cleanser. It can be used as a pre-cleanse or general cleanser for the hot spots. Hibiclens is also great for pre-op care before surgical procedures.
Hibiclens Antiseptic Skin Cleanser 4oz
This set from Necessaire makes me feel so fancy. Top tier ingredients and botanicals. I love the growing trend towards body care as treatments. You can get your luxe on and love on your skin at the same time.
Necessaire Body Wash Discovery Collection
These mitts make short work of keeping the skin exfoliated. Your products will actually work better.
Seraphic Skincare Premium Exfoliating Mitt
If you like a more stimulating exfoliation, this is that girl!
AFRIKI African Net Sponge Exfoliating Washcloth
Dust your self off and smell good doing it!
Sweet Candy Dust Perfume Body Dusting Powder
Let the good sis Winona gather your menopause all the way together.
Winona Menopause Treatments
Wearables
One day it occured to me that some clothing items definely have an expiration date. Keeping them too longe can contribute to body odor. This list is all about peri/menapause friendly undies, pjs and loungewear.
These are worth their weight in gold if you are prone to undercarriage sweat.
BAMBOO COOL Womens Moisture-Wicking Underwear
Night sweats just got cool!
SHEEX Womens Cooling Pajama Tee
OG PJs! Sleep in style.
Eberjey Gisele Relaxed Women's Short PJ Set
Upgrade your sleep life.
Pop & Plum Soft Cooling Viscose Bamboo Pajamas
No more sweaty nights!! Umm, unless you want too ;)
Soma Cool Nights Short Sleeve Pant Set
Bring the cool factor to your bedtime.
Lands' End Cooling 3 Piece Pajama Set
Personalized Thermal Relief. Manage Hot Flashes, Night Sweats, Sleep, & Stress. The best part is it's FSA HSA Eligible and clinically proven. Use up that FSA HSA before the end of the year!
Embr Wave Thermal Wristband
On-demand hot flash relief.
The Good Patch Hot Flash Patch
Stay cool, calm and collected with these.
coldHER™ Cooling Bra Inserts
Finally, some relief from under boob sweat!
Bamboo Sweat Wicking Bra Liner
Using this on your sweaty clothes when you take them off. Your hamper won't stink waiting on laundry day. This actually kills the bacteria and germs that cause odor, not just smell good.
Tide Antibacterial Fabric Spray
The Rx for cleaner bacteria free laundry.
Clorox Laundry Sanitizer
Home
Set the scene for a good night sleep.
Hey Dewy Wellness Humidifier
Because the foundation is everything!
Cocoon by Sealy Chill Mattress
Cooler heads alway prevail…in the morning!
Bedsure Cooling Pillow Cases
If you have reached the peri/menopause stage of life, you deserve the finest.
Luxome Lightweight Blanket
Total body relaxation me please! FSA HSA eligible.
HigherDOSE Infrared PEMF Mat
Nobody deserves a hot pain in the neck.
Cushion Lab Deep Sleep Pillow
No sweat, no problem.
PeachSkinSheets Soft Cooling Sheets for Sleepers
As close to sleeping in nature as you can be without being outside.
Eucalypso Classic Sheet Set
It is best to have all you bases covered.
Serta Cool Air Waterproof Mattress Protector
A greener option for an enzymatic clean load of laundry.
Dirty Labs Bio-Enzyme Laundry Kit