Self-Care is also Sexual Health: Beyond the Basics

September is Sexual Health Awareness Month, and at Beards & Bellas we're celebrating with more than products; we're celebrating community. Self-care happens in connection, and this month we're bringing you events designed to blend wellness, culture, and conversation.

September Calendar of Events at Beards & Bellas Beauty Supply

September Events at Beards & Bellas

• Sip, Stroke, & Soul Paint & Sip: a night of art, self-expression, and connection

• Muumuus, Mimosas, and Massages: Brunch Vibes, Shopping, and a wellness rest.

• Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration - Come in to take a polaroid and build our HHM Wall with statements of what being Hispanic means to you.

  • RSVP for events here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/beards-bellas-62859083903 

    
    

Wreck vs. Rec: Breaking the Clean vs. Unclean Stigmas

For too long, sexual health has been clouded by damaging stigma. Especially the idea that bodies or practices are “clean” or “unclean.” This language shames people into silence and prevents open dialogue. Instead, let’s reframe self-care as proactive and empowering, free of judgment.

🚫 Wreck: The myth that fragrance, foam, or harsh wipes are the only way to be “fresh.”

✅ Rec: Choosing gentle, body-friendly products that support your natural balance, without shame.

Heading #1: Practical Swaps for Everyday Self-Care

Heading #2: Safe Spaces, Inclusive Wellness

Heading #3: What is pH and Why Does It Matter?

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Practical Swaps for Everyday Self-Care

Small shifts can make a big difference:

• Fragrance-free soaps → Our Unscented Vulva Wash supports sensitive skin.

• Soothing oils and serums → Explore our Vulva Oils and partner serums like Scented Potions’ Olalá and Choco Pumpum.

• Gentle scrubs & butters → Our Stimulating Yoni Butter restores moisture and comfort.

• Refresher sprays → A smarter alternative to disposable wipes that disrupt pH.

And for those with penises: Ball Wash, Pre-Shave Oils, and Refresher Sprays keep intimate care a natural part of wellness.

Tone & Sensation Duo by Scented Potions Enhance tone, circulation, and sensitivity with this confidence-boosting pair. Perfect for daily use or special nights.

Safe Spaces, Inclusive Wellness

At Beards & Bellas, inclusivity isn't a tagline: it's our foundation. Whether you identify as male, female, or non-binary, you deserve products and spaces that honor your body without judgement. Our essentials are curated to support health, pleasure, and confidence - beyond surface beauty.

What is pH and Why Does It Matter?

pH stands for potential of hydrogen. A scale from 0 to 14 that measures how acidic or alkaline something is. Healthy skin, intimate areas, and even hair all thrive in a slightly acidic range:

• Vaginal/vulva pH → 3.8–4.5 (supports “good bacteria” like Lactobacillus)

• Penis/external genital skin pH → ~5.3–5.8

• Semen pH → ~7.1–8.0, temporarily raising vaginal pH during sex

• Hair/scalp pH → 4.5–5.5

When balance is disrupted—by harsh soaps, synthetic materials, semen, or even stress—issues like odor, irritation, dryness, and infection become more likely.

 How to Support Natural Balance

• Use gentle, fragrance-free washes like Calla Cleanse or Elata Cleanse that are close to natural skin pH.

• Avoid douching or strong detergents.-

• Hydrate with oils and butters designed for delicate skin.

• For hair, choose cleansers and conditioners that are pH-balanced to keep cuticles smooth and scalp comforted.

• After sex, allow the body to rebalance naturally, or support with mild, pH-appropriate care.

  
  

Why This Matters for Sexual Health Awareness Month

Self-care is sexual health because balance = protection. By protecting your body’s natural pH, you’re also protecting confidence, comfort, and intimacy.

Closing Thoughts: Self-Care Is for Every Body

At Beards & Bellas, we know self-care looks different for everyone. For some, it’s showing up at a community event and reconnecting with neighbors. For others, it’s choosing products that feel safe, gentle, and affirming. And for many, it’s finally breaking free from outdated ideas of “clean” or “unclean” and embracing balance instead.

This September, as we celebrate Sexual Health Awareness Month, we invite you to join us. In the shop, at our events, and right here in this conversation.

Because self-care is more than beauty. It’s health, confidence, and inclusivity. It’s a radical act of love—for yourself, your partner(s), and your community.

👉 RSVP for our upcoming events and explore the many ways to connect.

Together, let’s take self-care beyond the basics.