Vulval Dermatitis: everything you need to know
Elaine Miller is a pelvic health physiotherapist, award-winning comedian and women’s health campaigner with a passion for breaking down taboos around intimate health. Elaine combines […]
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Sylk Lubricant for Menopause Dryness
In this article, we’ll explore what happens to a woman’s body as she approaches the menopause and beyond, and why hormonal changes can lead to […]
Vaginal Dryness after Hysterectomy
Having a hysterectomy There are many reasons women may undergo hysterectomy. Reasons include menorrhagia (heavy, painful periods), endometriosis, trauma, or cancer. It’s a major operation […]
What is the Best Lubricant for Postmenopausal Women? How to Choose the Right Option
For many women, postmenopause introduces a more persistent and often overlooked challenge: vaginal dryness. Despite how common it is, vaginal dryness is still something many […]
Does coconut oil make a good vaginal lubricant?
Coconut oil has a glowing reputation and much has been made of its benefits. It’s a fabulous conditioner for your hair, particularly curly hair, and […]
What’s the difference between a vaginal moisturiser and lubricant?
Both moisturisers and lubricants relieve vaginal dryness by providing moisture and hydration but in slightly different ways. Moisturisers tend to be longer lasting, are absorbed […]
Eating for Relief: 4 Ways Your Diet Can Relieve Vaginal Dryness
Guest blogger Jackie Lynch gives us her top tips for keeping vaginal tissue healthy through nutrition. Eating for relief The menopause affects everyone differently. One […]
Menopause, vaginal dryness and work
In this special guest blog, Henpicked’s Deborah Garlick reflects on the lasting taboo of vaginal dryness, and explores how women can tackle this tricky issue. […]
Vaginal Dryness Guide: Causes, Treatments & Menopause Advice by Senior Menopause Nurse, Kathy Abernethy
Many women contact Sylk with questions about vaginal dryness and intimacy — whether linked to the menopause, recovery from cancer treatment, or dryness at a […]
Perfect pH
Did you know the pH of the Vagina is 3.8-4.5? Maintaining a healthy pH is vital for good vaginal health. The vaginal pH […]
Breaking taboos | Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), often referred to as urogenital atrophy, affects the tissues in and around the vulva, vagina and lower urinary tract. Caused […]
Menopause, Mood Swings, and Mental Resilience
This year’s World Menopause Day theme ‘Mood and Cognition’ aims to highlight the psychological and cognitive symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, for example low mood, […]