That persistent itch or unusual odor? Your vaginal pH might be out of whack. Unlike the rest of your skin, your vagina has its own delicate ecosystem—and when its pH balance is off, everything feels... off.

At My Flower Box, we believe understanding your body is the first step to truly caring for it. Your vaginal pH isn't just some chemistry term—it's the foundation of your feminine health. When balanced (slightly acidic at 3.8-4.5), it naturally fights infections. When imbalanced? Hello, discomfort.

The Science Behind Vaginal pH

Your vagina is a self-cleaning wonder, but these factors disrupt its delicate balance:

✔ Healthy pH Range: 3.8–4.5 (similar to red wine or tomato juice)
✔ Why It Matters:

• Good bacteria (lactobacilli) thrive in acidity, creating a protective barrier.
• Bad bacteria and yeast struggle to survive in this environment.

🚨 When pH Rises (Becomes Alkaline):

• Risk of BV (Bacterial Vaginosis) increases 5x 
• Yeast infections become more frequent
• Odor and irritation flare up

5 Surprising Things That Throw Off Your pH

1. "Fresh" Feminine Washes

   • Most drugstore washes are pH 5–7 (too alkaline)

   • Fix: Use My Flower Box’s Botanical Wash (pH 4.2)

2. Semen (Yes, Really)

   • Semen is alkaline (pH 7.1–8.2)

   • Fix: Pee after sex + use our Post-Intimacy Refresh Mist

3. Your Period

   • Blood is pH 7.4, temporarily raising vaginal acidity

   • Fix: Switch to organic cotton tampons/pads

4. Stress (The Silent Culprit)

   • Cortisol alters your microbiome

   • Fix: Daily probiotics + our Calming Herbal Sitz Bath

5. Antibiotics

   • Kill good bacteria along with bad

   • Fix: Take L. rhamnosus probiotics during/after treatment

5 Simple Ways to Restore Balance

      1. Ditch the Douche 

• • Douching increases BV risk by 53% (NIH Study)

  • Try Instead: Rinse externally with cool water + 1 drop tea tree oil

      2. Eat for Your Vagina

• • Probiotic Foods: Yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut

  • Prebiotic Foods: Garlic, onions, bananas (feed good bacteria)

  • Avoid: Excess sugar (yeast’s favorite food)

       3. Wear the Right Fabrics

• • Best: 100% cotton underwear

  • Worst: Nylon, polyester (trap moisture)

  • Pro Tip: Sleep commando 2x/week to air things out

      4. Choose pH-Smart Products

Look for:
✅ Lactic acid (naturally lowers pH)
✅ Aloe vera (soothes irritation)
✅ No "fragrance" (even "natural" can irritate)

Our Botanical Wash checks all these boxes—formulated at the perfect pH 4.2.

       5. Listen to Your Body

• • Healthy discharge: Clear/white, no strong odor

  • Warning signs: Gray/green color, fishy smell

Your vagina is designed to care for itself—you just need to support it. Small changes make a big difference.

Ready to feel balanced every day? Try our pH-Perfect Duo.