Mythes about the skin
Four Myths About Chafed Skin
Many myths circulate in the beauty world, including claims about which remedies do or do not help prevent chafed skin. To clear up the misunderstandings surrounding irritated, red and burning skin, we answer the four most frequently asked questions.
1. Does chafed skin only affect overweight people?
No! Overweight people are certainly not the only ones who experience this problem. Our research shows that chafed skin can affect many different people. In the United States, chafing between the thighs is sometimes referred to as “chub rub”.
Your body shape can also be a factor. Slim people with fuller thighs or a small belly may experience chafing, as can athletes such as marathon runners, joggers and football players.
The problem is also common among young children who wear nappies. Bedridden people may also suffer from chafed skin because they remain in the same position for long periods.
In fact, chafing can affect any area of skin exposed to pressure, rubbing, friction, heat and moisture. It is important to protect the skin beforehand, for example with Vevina cream. For bedridden people, however, we always recommend consulting a doctor first.
2. Does chafed skin only occur on the thighs?
Chafed skin is certainly not limited to the thighs. It is caused by friction, which can occur anywhere that skin rubs against skin or clothing.
Runners, for example, often experience chafing around the armpits where their shirt rubs against the skin. Other common areas include the upper arms and abdomen, where skin-to-skin friction may occur.
The bikini line is another area that can be prone to chafing. Bra straps can also rub against the skin, while metal hooks and seams may cause irritation underneath the breasts. The skin in this area is soft, thin and particularly sensitive to heat and perspiration.
During endurance sports, men may experience chafed or even bleeding nipples. While exercising, the T-shirt repeatedly rubs against the nipples. Combined with perspiration, this can cause red and irritated skin.
The toes can also be affected by chafing. During the summer, many people wear flip-flops. With every step, the plastic or leather straps can rub against the skin between the big toe and second toe or across the top of the foot.
3. Which home remedies help with chafed skin?
The internet and online forums recommend many home remedies for chafed skin. We advise using these remedies with caution, as they may make the skin even redder or cause further irritation.
The composition of perspiration differs from person to person. It depends on several factors, including genetics, diet and even medication.
For this reason, we recommend Vevina cream. It has been specially developed to protect skin that is prone to chafing, regardless of the composition of your perspiration.
4. Is chafed skin only caused by perspiration?
No. Perspiration is not the only cause, but it can trigger or accelerate the chafing process. It can also make sensitive or irritated areas of skin more painful.
The salt crystals in perspiration can cause considerable pain when they come into contact with a wound or irritated skin. If you have ever got salt in a wound, you will know how painful this can be. Perspiration on chafed skin can have a similar effect.
The Solution
To help prevent chafed skin, you can use Vevina cream.
The cream protects the skin against friction, helping to prevent chafing. Its protective effect lasts all day. The cream is waterproof and remains effective even when you perspire.
Vevina cream is available in 50 ml and 75 ml tubes. One tube can last throughout the entire spring and summer season.