How to dry yourself after a shower on your period?

Great question 🌸 — it’s a small detail, but drying properly after a shower during your period is really important for hygiene and comfort. Here’s how you can do it safely and cleanly:

🛁 How to Dry Yourself After a Shower on Your Period

1. Use a Clean, Soft Towel

  • Always keep a separate towel for after-shower use during your period if possible.

  • Make sure it’s freshly washed to avoid bacteria buildup.

2. Pat, Don’t Rub

  • Pat dry gently instead of rubbing, especially around the vaginal area.

  • Rubbing too hard can cause irritation, especially since the skin is more sensitive during menstruation.

3. Dry Intimate Area First

  • Start by patting the vaginal area with a different section of the towel (or even a small separate towel).

  • Make sure the area is fully dry before putting on underwear — this prevents rashes and infections.

4. Then Dry the Rest of Your Body

  • Move on to legs, arms, hair, etc.

  • This prevents spreading any bacteria from the vaginal area to other parts of the body.

5. Optional: Use Unscented Tissue or Cloth

  • If you want to be extra careful, you can use unscented toilet paper/tissues to pat dry your intimate area separately, then use your towel for the rest of your body.

6. Put on Fresh Underwear & Period Product

  • Always wear clean cotton underwear right after drying.

  • Change into a fresh pad, tampon, or menstrual cup after showering.

✨ Extra Tip: If you ever bleed a little while drying off — don’t stress. Just rinse the towel immediately in cold water before washing it properly.

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