Period Rash- That Monthly Irritant

September 05, 2025

THE GOOD AND THE BAD OF IT

Though regular periods mean that your body is functioning normally, but it may also leave you bloated, in pain, with scary mood swings and fatigued. It is undeniably an annoying time of the month for many of us. What’s more annoying are the complications that come attached with this monthly occurrence. Period rash! From puberty to menopause, there isn’t a single woman who wouldn’t have suffered from period rash. As if cramps and oscillating mood swings weren’t enough during periods, having to deal with rashes can be quite nauseating. Even if the rash looks like a simple one, don’t ignore as it might be an indication of an underlying disease.

Period rash can sometimes be a result of -

Allergic reaction or irritation from the material that the sanitary pad is made up of.
At times it’s a combination of moisture and heat that contributes to bacterial buildup or yeast infection in this rather sensitive area.
Wearing sanitary pads for longer periods can make the vaginal area damp and the skin gets irritated by the remaining menstrual flow or any sweat on the pads that weren’t absorbed.
Continuous rubbing of a sanitary pad against your skin can cause friction and often lead to rashes, inflammation, and itchiness on your skin.

On the brighter side, these rashes are totally avoidable. Even though the number of women suffering from period rashes has reduced as the quality of the sanitary products manufactured has improved, women with sensitive skin are still troubled by them.

TRASH THE RASH

Precautions to take in case you develop a rash –

Wash with lukewarm water, avoid harsh soaps, and use alcohol-free wet wipes when outside.
Change pads every 4 hours, choose the right size for your flow, and avoid scented or overly absorbent pads unless necessary.
If one brand causes irritation, switch to another. Wear breathable cotton underwear or try period panties for extra comfort.
Use a warm compress to ease pain and irritation.
Wear loose, airy clothes instead of tight jeans during heavy flow days.
Apply SkinEasi regina anti-rash gel to prevent and soothe sanitary pad rashes.