When it comes to what we eat, many of us have become label readers. We scan for added sugars, avoid artificial flavours, and prefer whole, natural ingredients we can actually pronounce. We understand that what goes into our bodies has a direct impact on our health.
But for some reason, this same logic often gets overlooked when it comes to intimate care- especially lubricants, washes, oils, or balms. And yet, these products don’t just sit on the skin; they’re absorbed by some of the most sensitive and porous tissue in the body.
As a sexologist I wouldn’t trust a product for internal use unless it’s designed with natural, body-safe ingredients and stored in a way that protects its integrity. Which brings me to why I always choose glass.
Why Natural Products Matter More Than You Think
Your vulva and vagina aren’t just sensitive- they’re highly absorbent. The tissue in this area is delicate and lined with mucous membranes, which means substances applied here are absorbed more directly into the bloodstream than they would be through, say, the skin on your arm.
This means that anything containing synthetic fragrances, harsh preservatives, or endocrine-disrupting chemicals (like parabens and phthalates) can do more than just cause irritation. These ingredients can disrupt your natural pH balance, throw off your vaginal microbiome, dry out tissue, or in some cases, interfere with hormone levels and fertility.
That’s why I always recommend products made from natural, body-safe ingredients, like those from ILO Wellness. Their Water-Based Lubricant is one of the few on the market that’s pH-balanced, gentle on tissue, and designed to work with the body, not against it. It’s free from parabens, glycerin, and any of the unnecessary fillers that so many conventional lubes sneak in.
Why I Always Choose Glass Over Plastic
Even the cleanest formulas can be compromised if stored in the wrong kind of packaging. Most people don’t realise that plastic can leach chemicals (like BPA and phthalates) into the products they hold, especially when exposed to heat, light, or over time. These leached chemicals are linked to hormone disruption, skin irritation, and in some cases, fertility issues.
Glass, on the other hand, is non-reactive. It protects the purity of what’s inside, keeping the formula stable and safe for use. That’s why ILO Wellness has committed to packaging its intimate products in glass. Because they care about the whole picture: what’s in the bottle and what the bottle is made of.
It’s Not About Luxury- It’s About Respect
Using natural, glass-stored products isn’t about being fancy. It’s about respecting your body.
Because the truth is: your intimate health is too important to compromise on.
Choose the products that honour your body. Choose ingredients you can pronounce. And choose packaging that keeps them safe.
Your pleasure, and your health, are worth it.
By Kiara Sash
