As the intimate areas tend to be darker than other areas of the body, there is usually no medical reason to lighten them. The skin all over the body changes over time, and this includes the private regions like the vulva and vagina. This darkening is called intimate hyperpigmentation.
What causes intimate hyperpigmentation?
Darkening down there can be due to several factors, such as:
- Hormones – hormonal fluctuations, which can happen during pregnancy and menopause, can stimulate the overproduction of melanin, resulting in skin pigmentation.
- Aging – having gone through hormonal fluctuations or repeated trauma can contribute to darkening or discoloration of the intimate area. It is also common for private regions to turn darker with age.
- Hair removal – constant shaving, waxing, and the use of hair removal products can cause trauma in the area and lead to darkening.
- Chafing – causes friction and irritation, which then leads to darkening of the intimate area. This occurs when thighs rub against each other or when clothing (like tight undies) rubs against the skin.
- Certain medications and disorders – oral contraception and medications that increase your insulin levels can cause darkening in different areas of the body. There is also a skin pigmentation disorder called Acanthosis Nigricans (AN), characterized by darkened or thickened skin in the folds around the neck, armpits, and groin area.
If you decide to lighten your intimate area
There may be no health benefits to intimate lightening, but it can help increase your confidence. If darkened intimate areas make you self-conscious, having the region lightened can make you feel more attractive and invigorated. There is also the potential benefit of enhanced intimacy or confidence during intercourse.
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