A vagina facial may be what you need to have your bikini area ready for the beach

Ladies! Now is the time to flaunt your beach bodies, but if you’re worried about discoloration on your bikini area, here’s a solution for you.

According to an episode of “Pinoy MD,” the vagina facial or simply “vajacial” promises to make the skin around a female’s private part a little more glowing and smooth—like how it’s usually done on the face.

“Cleansing siya ng ating private part so kung ano yung ginagawa sa face natin, gano’n din yung parang treatment na ginagawa sa ating private part,” medical aesthetician Ma. Jane Sevilla said.

“[Mayroon din siyang] cleansing, exfoliating, may mga mask din tayong nilalagay, vitamin C, meron ding steaming,” she said, adding these were only done on the vagina’s outer area.

The procedure usually takes almost an hour, depending on the client’s needs. According to Sevilla, it is non-invasive and everything used for the treatment is FDA-approved.

Among those who have tried the vagina facial is freelance dancer Loyce Cunanan. According to her, it not only made her bikini area whiter, but also healthier and glowing.

“Since nanganak ako, may parts ako na nag-darken so [naka-help] siya sa akin. Malaki ’yung difference nung wala pang nangyayari tapos after treatment. Nag-soften ’yung skin ko,” she said.

However, while this procedure is approved by authorities, dermatologist Dr. Jean Marquez reminded that clients should be careful when trying out new treatments.

“Unang-una, ’yung balat doon sa vagina, doon sa ari ng babae, is very very thin. It can cause an allergic reaction from the chemicals that they use, pwedeng pagkapal ng area na ’yon sa kaka-scrub,” she said.

“It can eventually (also) lead to redness and of course, pigmentation. Pwedeng lalong mangitim.”

Meanwhile, you can keep your vagina healthy by using a mild feminine wash and water to keep it clean. Avoid using strong products including soap as it can affect the part’s pH level.

Reminder: To prevent unhealthy bacteria and infection, the vagina’s pH level should not exceed 4.5. – Franchesca Viernes/RC, GMA News