Vaginal Skin Health and Rejuvenation | As Seen in MedEsthetics
As women age, the skin and vaginal tissue undergo similar changes—slower collagen production, hormonal shifts, and reduced natural lubrication. Discover new and innovative treatments offering relief for common issues such as vaginal dryness and painful intercourse. Dr. Alexandra Bowles adds her thoughts in MedEsthetics’ article about women’s health.
How does vaginal rejuvenation relate to skin health?
Vaginal rejuvenation is similar to overall skin health as they undergo similar changes. As we age, we begin to have slower collagen production, hormonal changes contribute to lack of lubrication, or incontinence.
What are the newest dermatological advancements in vaginal rejuvenation?
Dermatology plays a role by providing laser treatments and vaginal PRP therapy. Vaginal CO2 therapy, (also known as Femtouch), is a wonderful way to provide vaginal rejuvenation. CO2 lasers work by targeting water and vaporizing the tissue which stimulates the body’s natural healing response and triggers production of collagen. It also targets the mucosal cells and improves lubrication.
Intra-vaginal PRP can also stimulate collagen production and improve vaginal health. This is a medical treatment that involves injecting or applying platelet-rich plasma derived from a patient’s own blood into the vaginal tissue. It can stimulate tissue regeneration, improve blood flow, and promote collagen production, which may help with a range of gynecological or sexual health concerns.
Are there specific skin concerns that vaginal rejuvenation can help with?
I find that CO2 helps the most with lubrication issues, specifically those that suffer from painful intercourse due to vaginal dryness. It can also help with incontinence and vaginal itching due to dryness.