2000’s is a good time to be a girl. You can do almost anything your heart desires. It is also a time you can talk freely about topics that were taboo a decade ago, like ‘the period’. Everyone is now not only openly talking about menstruation but also demanding reforms with regards to feminine hygiene products and services.

It is indeed revolutionary to see these changes and help each other deal with and manage ‘those days’ to live a healthier life. Women have used alternative methods of menstrual management to cope with periods, some which are easy and convenient for everyone, while some are more discreet and less wasteful. Here are 5 ways to manage your period:


Sanitary Napkins
Sanitary Napkins are the most tried, tested and used option to manage periods. Different pads are available for different absorbency needs, suitability, comfort and accessibility. Today there are numerous options available, however I recommend the everteen® Neem & Safflower Pads for heavy flow days and the everteen® Skin Thin Pads for light flow days. The cotton sanitary pads are perfect for quick absorption, ventilation, and they prevent odour and restore the vaginal pH balance.
Tampons
Tampons are the most discreet way to manage periods. Girls prefer tampons as the little plugs fit inside the intimate area absorbing the blood making them cleaner and less messy. The everteen® Applicator Tampons are perfect especially for active lifestyles, that adjust perfectly to your shape, giving superior leak protection. The best part is that you can wear clothes of your choice even during periods without any embarrassment or pad lines showing up.

Menstrual Cups
Menstrual Cups are the safest, easiest and healthiest way to manage periods. Girls prefer this more innovative, modern yet discreet and eco-friendly alternative to make life simpler while picking a sustainable and cost-effective option.

Period Sponge
Period Sponges are similar to tampons, but a more flexible way to manage periods. Girls opt for period sponges as they are not only more easier to use but also reusable for upto a year. However, sponges can get a bit messy while taking off.

Period Underwear
Period Underwear is the newest way to manage periods. Girls trial with period underwear as it is designed similar to regular underwear with a built-in blood collecting layer. There are two types of period underwear - one that can be washed like regular underwear and reused while the other is a disposable one that is perfect for one-time use.

So in a nut-shell managing your period can be a different experience for us all. Since there are multiple options available, you can better customise the solution keeping in mind what’s most important for you - convenience, comfort, price, and more. And always remember that your period is a sign your body is working healthily and just as it should.

Do let me know in the comments which according to you is the best product to manage your period.

Until next time,
~ Nithya

Every woman is different and so are her intimate care needs. The formula one-product-fits-all doesn’t hold true when it comes to intimate care; and so it is really important to understand your needs and pick a product that suits your lifestyle.

I’ve found these two products, and I use them both as and when the situation demands. And what should you pink? Well there is no magic quiz that you can take to know what will work for you, but I suggest you give each of the two products a try and then work out on what makes your intimate area healthy and happy. And it is quite possible that just like me, both these products will be right for you too.

Intimate Wet Wipes
Intimate Hygiene Wipes provide relief from intimate discomfort while keeping the area fresh and clean. I've used and highly recommend the everteen® Intimate Hygiene Wipes that are made of 100% natural and biodegradable cloth, natural plant extracts and water making them clinically and dermatologically safe and approved. The mild formula is entirely free from alcohol, SLS & parabens and each wipe is wrapped individually for convenience.

Intimate Foam Wash 
Intimate Washes are specifically designed to help maintain the pH balance of the intimate area. I've used and highly recommend the everteen® Natural Intimate Wash that help prevent unpleasant odour, vaginal itching, dryness and skin irritation and protect natural pH flora. The product is available in two variants - for Moms with Witch Hazel extracts and for Teens with Yogurt.

Although these two are just a simple way  to achieve  better intimate care, they are a good start. As you understand your body better, bring in more products to care for  your intimate area.

Until next time,
~ Nithya

Proper hygiene is extremely important for a woman’s health, and more so ever of the intimate areas. Having said this it is also important to understand that intimate hygiene is different from regular hygiene and we should adopt some dos and don’ts to ensure that the intimate area is well-maintained.

So what really is intimate hygiene? The intimate areas have an acidic pH value that is more acidic than the rest of the body, which makes it self-cleansing. When proper intimate hygiene is followed, the pH balance is maintained and you will have a healthy and happy intimate area. Just like menstruation, intimate hygiene is an equally taboo subject and very few women speak about it or offer tips. However, here is a ready reckoner to know everything you need to know about intimate hygiene:

Use Clean and Dry Undergarments
Wet and dirty undergarments can not only lead to bad odour but also infections. So no matter what age you are, the very basic requirement for intimate hygiene is to use clean and dry undergarments.

Maintain Period Hygiene
Women who have normal blood flow should change the period product they use every four-six hours. The same rule should apply to the days when you have a light blood flow. Additionally it is important to wash the intimate area after every toilet visit.

Clean with Intimate Wash
It is advisable to use products specifically made for delicate areas to clean your intimate areas to ensure not upsetting the pH balance. Products such as everteen® Natural Intimate Wash are actually developed specifically for your intimate area, that help prevent  unpleasant odour, vaginal itching and irritation and protect natural pH flora. The product is available in four variants -  you can opt for either the everteen® Natural Intimate Foam Wash or everteen® Natural Intimate Wash; else go for a specific product like everteen® Natural Intimate Wash for Moms with Witch Hazel extracts or  everteen® Natural Intimate Wash for Teens with Yogurt.

Avoid Tight Clothes
Wearing synthetic fabrics in fitted silhouettes can cause a lot of sweating due to reduced air circulation leading to growth of bacteria, years, etc. So it is advisable to use breathable fabrics that allow air circulation as well as sweat absorption.

See The Gynaecologist
Apart from regular care, having regular gynaecological checks is crucial to maintain your intimate hygiene and health. It is also crucial to undergo a Pap Smear every few years to screen for changes in the cells that may cause harm.

This is what I follow to maintain my lifestyle, I urge you to share these tips with all your friends for an overall healthy and well intimate area.

Until next time,
~ Nithya

Panty Liners are akin to sanitary napkins but only thinner, lighter and relatively smaller. The tiny version works the same way but is not to soak menstruation or period blood, but to combat vaginal discharge.

Panty Liners should be used:
» a day or two before and after your period
» with a menstrual cup to avoid any accidents
» when you feel moist while working out or travelling

Panty Liners should not be used:
» while sleeping, especially long hours
» for your period, especially during heavy flow

Panty Liners should be used to:
» to maintain good intimate hygiene, especially you have regular vaginal discharge
» to arrest light incontinence, especially during pregnancy or if you have stress
» to manage postpartum flow, especially if it continues for beyond a fortnight post-delivery
» to protect during the pre-period days, especially if you have an irregular cycle

Panty Liners features to look for:
» made of natural material and are biodegradable
» contain no harmful synthetics or chemicals
» breathable layers help keep moisture away
» ultra-thin and extra absorbent for freshness


I’m using everteen® 100% Natural Cotton Daily Panty Liners for my intimate hygiene and to combat the vaginal discharge, urine leakage and unexpected period. However, I ensure I take the following precautions while using panty liners and I suggest you…

» change your liner every 3-4 hours
» do not overuse if you have sensitive skin
» stop use incase of rashness and itchiness

Now you can be yourself… dance away without worrying about leakage, laugh out loud without worrying about bladder leakage, work out fiercely without worrying about discharge.

Until next time,
~ Nithya

I love to travel and explore the kooks and corners of the world, especially the very India for its rich heritage of culture and tradition. But the one thing that troubles me the most is using public transport and restrooms which violates the intimate hygiene rights. Sometimes I try to avoid using public facilities, but it’s not always possible, and so I tread with caution. But just imagine now with a kid who loves to travel and experience the raw as much as I do, but isn’t accustomed to the rural lifestyle; I needed to find a solution to take the stink and filth away to give him a sanitised and clean seat be it in a toilet or on a transport.


After some trial and error I chanced upon the everteen® Toilet Seat Sanitizer; a safe, effective, and instant disinfectant spray that promises a squeaky clean seat - free from germs in just 5 seconds. The product is a compact, lightweight and handy spray can that easily fits in a handbag. The product is easiest to use, just shake the can, hold it upright and spray the area from a length, wait for 5 seconds and then use the seat.

So why do I recommend using toilet seat sanitisers?
» not only cleans the seat but also gives a pleasant fragrance
» disinfects so that you have a convenient toilet experience
» is a fast-acting formula that kills germs almost instantly
» eliminates germs and bacteria, keeping infections away
» convenient to carry and easy on the pocket

So for a hygienic and sanitised experience, I use the everteen® Toilet Seat Sanitizer not only when I’m travelling but also whenever I’m outdoors. So I suggest you pick the best seat sanitiser and make it your ultimate outdoor partner!

Until next time,
~ Nithya

Of all the beauty treatments I undergo, hair removal is by far the least pleasant and extremely painful activity for me. Even though body hair is a natural phenomenon, I am not a huge fan and I bend backwards to keep hair off my body at all times, almost longing for a permanent hair removal solution. However, de-fuzzing my brows, upper lip and chin are the most difficult and painful. I have super sensitive skin and my facial skin is all the more delicate and so I have struggled to find the best body, especially facial hair removal method for the longest time.