Proper intimate hygiene for men - the most important rules

Inadequate or incorrect hygiene measures can lead to unpleasant consequences.

The importance of intimate hygiene for men should not be underestimated. Careful cleaning of the intimate area not only contributes to well-being, it also helps to prevent infections and discomfort in the warm and moist environment. Insufficient or incorrect hygiene measures can lead to unpleasant consequences such as itching, burning, pain during sex or skin irritation.
If you have not yet followed a specific care routine for this sensitive area, now is the ideal time to start.

In this article, we will show you how to effectively avoid annoying, unpleasant odours and itching in the genital area and how the AndreaCare Intimate water-free care ointment can help you with intimate care.

1. Five simple rules for intimate hygiene in men
2. Application of anhydrous intimate ointment
3. Support intimate hygiene with the right underwear
4. Influence of diet on unpleasant intimate odour
5. The 7 most important tips for men's intimate hygiene in a nutshell
6. Relieve itching in the genital area with care ointment

1. Five simple rules for intimate hygiene in men

Intimate hygiene for men is actually not complicated at all. Just follow these 5 most important basic rules:

1. wash daily but with moderation

Daily washing of the genital area should be a matter of course. Particular attention should be paid to daily cleaning under the foreskin to prevent the formation of foreskin sebum (smegma). This not only smells unpleasant, but also favours inflammation and itchy skin rashes.
Find a middle ground when cleaning: wash thoroughly but not too excessively so as not to irritate the sensitive genital skin.

2. do not choose the first cleaning product that comes along

Although special products for washing the intimate area are not absolutely necessary for men, a mild shower gel or intimate wash lotion can contribute to daily care.
However, choose suitable care products carefully. Mild and pH-neutral shower gels are recommended to protect sensitive intimate skin.

3. dry thoroughly

Drying off after cleaning is also important to prevent the formation of bacteria in a warm and humid environment. You should dab gently with a towel instead of rubbing.

4. change shower towels diligently

Germs and bacteria can also colonise the shower towels. It is therefore important to change the towels regularly - ideally every two days. Towels should be washed at a temperature of at least 60 degrees.

5. use anhydrous intimate ointment

Only use anhydrous ointments such as AndreaCare Initm for intimate area care. These are more suitable than conventional care products with water, as germs can multiply in a moist environment.

2. Application of anhydrous intimate ointment

Irritation in the intimate area can be triggered by various factors such as tight clothing, intensive cleansing or stress. AndreaCare Intimate Care Ointment helps to prevent sensitive, dry and burning intimate skin and to soothe the skin.
The application of AndreaCare Intimate is simple and uncomplicated. The ointment is applied to the affected areas of skin several times a day as required.

Well-tolerated ingredients and their benefits

AndreaCare Intim contains well-tolerated active ingredients. These include highly matured paraffins, which stabilise the natural protective barrier of irritated and dry skin. Moisture loss is reduced and moisture is better retained in the skin. The intimate skin feels less dry and becomes more supple and elastic. Feelings of tightness diminish and the skin is noticeably soothed.

The natural active ingredient bisabolol, which is also found in camomile, is also a component of AndreaCare Intimate. Bisabolol does not contain any allergenic substances and ensures that the skin is soothed.

3. Support intimate hygiene with the right underwear

In addition to the daily grooming routine, the right underwear plays a crucial role in intimate hygiene for men. As pants are exposed to sweat, bacteria and other bodily fluids on a daily basis, it is important to choose the right underwear to optimise intimate hygiene.

Follow these 3 rules:

1. underwear made from natural fibres such as cotton is ideal as it can absorb or wick away sweat. This is particularly helpful for men who sweat quickly in everyday life. For sporting activities, on the other hand, special, breathable synthetic fibre underwear is a sensible choice.

2. choosing the right fit is also important. Avoid pants that are too tight, as they can cause friction and extra heat, which promotes unpleasant odours, bacterial growth and possibly skin rashes. Find a fit that provides good support for your intimate area, but at the same time ensures sufficient breathability.

3. changing your pants daily should be a matter of course to maintain intimate hygiene. Also make sure you change your underwear regularly, every six months or so, rather than wearing it for years on end.

4. Influence of diet on unpleasant intimate odour

Certain foods can intensify unpleasant odours in the intimate area. The following foods can influence the formation of odours:

• Strongly spiced foods containing curry, chilli, garlic or onions can have a significant effect on vapours. These intense flavours can be particularly noticeable in the smell of sweat or even in the taste of semen.
• High-fibre foods such as oatmeal, quinoa and wholemeal products, which provide us with energy, can cause you to sweat more during exercise.
• Vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts and white cabbage (and others from the cruciferous plant family) can also contribute to our sweat smelling unpleasant.
• Meat has an influence on the odour of sweat, as different metabolic products are produced during digestion than from plant-based foods.

A balanced diet that avoids strongly seasoned foods and certain foods can therefore help to minimise unpleasant odours in the intimate area and thus support intimate hygiene.

5. The 7 most important tips for men's intimate hygiene in a nutshell

Effective intimate hygiene for men is not rocket science. Here is a summary of the 7 most important points:

1. wash intimate areas daily
2. use mild cleansing products
3. dry thoroughly
4. change shower towels every other day
5. use water-free intimate ointment such as AndreaCare Intim
6. choose pants made of natural fibres that are not too tight and change them daily
7. avoid unpleasant intimate odour with the right diet (e.g. avoid spicy foods)

6. Relieve itching in the genital area with care ointment

The ointment is free of perfume. It nourishes and increases the resistance of the skin in the external intimate area. It makes the skin elastic and supple, so that irritated skin is quickly soothed. Irritations are eliminated and the unpleasant itching subsides.

AndreaCare Intimate Care Ointment is used for sensitive skin as well as for dryness and the resulting burning or itching in the external intimate area.

Simply apply AndreaCare to the affected areas several times a day.

AndreaCare Intimate Protection Ointment contains no emulsifiers, hormones or preservatives such as parabens. - This is extremely important for the very sensitive intimate skin. The skin compatibility of AndreaCare Intimate Protective Care Ointment is therefore very good and has been confirmed by dermatological tests.

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Ingredients (INCI) AndreaCare Intimate Protective Care Ointment without perfume:
Paraffinum Liquidum, Petrolatum, Paraffin, Bisabolol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopherol, BHT.

You can order AndreaCare Intim Ointment or a sample of it directly in our webshop.