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Both lubricants and moisturizers can help women dealing with vaginal dryness, which can make sex painful. But they’re used in different ways and serve different purposes. Causes of vaginal dryness

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It’s unlikely that either of these products change the underlying cause of your symptoms, particularly the cellular changes in the vaginal tissue. Estrogen therapy and other Food and Drug Administration-approved medications can get at the root cause of the problem much more effectively. However, moisturizers and lubricants can still be very helpful and are worth trying. Choosing and using: Lubricants If you’re experiencing vaginal dryness for any of these reasons, a lubricant or moisturizer (or both!) may help. Lubricants vs. moisturizers Breastfeeding. While you’re breastfeeding, you may need to use lubricants because of the hormonal changes affecting your vaginal lining. There are many varieties of vaginal moisturizers available. Brand names are K-Y Liquibeads, Replens, Sliquid and others. Avoid common allergens that you are sensitive to (fragrances, parabens, benzyl alcohol, propylene glycol and lanolin to name a few). Those with hyaluronic acid are popular but can be expensive.History of cancer therapy. Especially if you’ve had chemotherapy or radiation, your vaginal tissue may have been affected. See the Women’s HealthSource post on “Sexual function after cancer.” Many of the lubricants with additives that try to “stimulate or arouse,” can cause burning discomfort, so I would encourage you to avoid those products, especially if you are already dealing with vaginal discomfort.

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Moisturizers require frequent — 3 to 7 times a week — and consistent use. Also, you must use moisturizers multiple times a week for many weeks to see results. If you stop, the symptoms of dryness or discomfort will likely return. If pain persists As a women’s health specialist at Mayo Clinic, I’m baffled when I ask, “What lubricant do you use?” and the woman replies, “I don’t know, my husband buys it.” But choosing the right product can be complicated and confusing. Walk down the feminine products aisle of your local pharmacy or open the sexual health tab while online shopping and you’ll find a dizzying array of products with varying marketing claims. What’s the difference between a vaginal lubricant and a moisturizer? Do I need both? Are certain types or brands better than others?Barrier Healthcare - A Medical Supply CompanyBarrier Healthcare, established in 1993 as a medical supply company, has over the last