IsoFresh Balancing Gel and Natural Douche Alternative
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Stops the unwanted feminine odors that impact your quality of life.
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A paraben-free, lactic acid gel applied directly to the vagina to support healthy vaginal pH and eliminate odor.
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Apply after exercise, intercourse, and your period to stay fresh.
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Stays put! IsoFresh gel is bioadhesive so it won’t leak out.
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IsoFresh Balancing Gel Stops Unwanted Vaginal Odor and Supports Bacterial Balance
IsoFresh Gel is a water-based, paraben-free feminine freshening gel that eliminates unwanted vaginal odors. Apply this bioadhesive gel every few days or whenever you want to feel more fresh and clean.
IsoFresh Eliminates Odor Per Clinical Study of 30 Women Over 30 Days
Ideally, the vagina has an acidic (low) pH to protect the friendly bacteria that fight off infections, including sexually transmitted diseases. Maintaining low pH also keeps unwanted smells and irritation away. A recent clinical study evaluated the link between vaginal pH and feminine odor. IsoFresh Gel lowered the vaginal pH of study participants after just one application and over 30 days of using the product according to package directions. Over 95% of women using IsoFresh every 3 days for a month reported a decrease in vaginal odor concerns and a “more fresh and clean” feeling. A significant decrease in concern about feminine odor was seen among the study participants after just one application of IsoFresh. The women in the study also liked that IsoFresh is easy to use and 90% said it isn’t messy and won’t leak out. (Rizk B and Torres E. Biocompatibility and efficacy of an isotonic buffered gel for vaginal pH. Fertility and Sterility, September 2018, vol 110 (no 45), e285.)
Paraben-Free Vaginal Freshening
Parabens are antimicrobial substances that are often used as preservatives in the manufacturing of personal care products. An estimated 90% of grocery store items contain parabens such as propylparaben, methylparaben, and ethylparaben. While parabens help to extend the shelf life of the cosmetics, lotions, and other personal care items, they belong to a class of chemicals known as endocrine disrupters. Parabens are able to mimic hormones like estrogen which allows them to bind to estrogen receptors on cells and in turn prevent real estrogen from attaching. The Environmental Working Group rates ethylparaben and methylparaben as moderate hazards with a ranking of 3-4 and propylparaben as a high hazard with a ranking of 9 on the hazard scale. Unlike other freshening gels which contain parabens, IsoFresh Gel provides “Do No Harm” freshening with a light, clean, water-based, isotonic formula that is free of parabens, oils, glycerin, hormones, and artificial fragrance.
Highlights
- ELIMINATES UNWANTED FEMININE ODORS – Vaginal Flora Can Be Altered by Monthly Periods, Sweat, Semen, Tight Clothes and/or Vaginal Infection Resulting in Embarrassing Vaginal Odor. In a Clinical Study, 94% of Participants Reported that Using IsoFresh Gel Reduced Their Concerns About Odor, Giving Them a “More Fresh and Clean” Feeling. (Rizk B and Torres E. Fertility and Sterility, September 2018, vol 110 (no 45), e285.)
- PARABEN-FREE – Other Freshening Gels and Feminine Washes Contain Parabens – Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, and Propylparaben – Chemical Preservatives That Are Believed to Negatively Impact Vaginal and Reproductive Health. IsoFresh Gel Provides “Do No Harm” Freshening with a Light, Clean, Water-Based, Isotonic Formula that is Free of Parabens, Oils, Glycerin, and Artificial Fragrance.
- STAYS PUT! IsoFresh Gel is Bioadhesive – It Connects to Your Vaginal Tissue So it Stays Put and Won’t Leak Out or Leave a Mess.
- EASY TO USE – Comes With 2 Easy To Clean Reusable Applicators – Apply Every 3 Days or As Needed to So You Can Feel Fresh While You Go About Your Life.
- SUPPORTS OPTIMAL VAGINAL pH with an ADVANCED pH BUFFERING SYSTEM of Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, and Sodium Hydroxide – Vaginal Secretions Have Little Buffering Capacity of Their Own, So Small Changes in pH of the Fluids (Think: Semen and Period Blood) in the Vaginal Canal Can Impact Vaginal pH, As Well As the Balance of Bacteria and Yeast in Your Vagina.
- WON’T HARM FRIENDLY LACTOBACILLUS BACTERIA – Having Enough Lactobacillus Bacteria – the Friendly Bacteria – is Important Because It Produces Lactic Acid, Which Helps Keep the Vagina in the Optimal Acidic Range.
- BALANCED TO THE SALT CONCENTRATION INSIDE YOUR CELLS – IsoFresh Gel is 100% Isotonic, Which Means it Won’t Pull Excess Water Into Your Cells or Cause Your Cells to Become Dehydrated.
- YOUR WALLET WILL THANK YOU – Each Tube Provides a Minimum of 12 Applications
- MANUFACTURED IN THE USA With Imported and Domestic Ingredients in a cGMP and FDA Registered Facility.
Stays Put. IsoFresh Gel’s Bioadhesive Properties Make Sure It Stays Put. According to 90% of Users, IsoFresh Isn’t Messy and Won’t Leak Out. This Makes it Easy to Use IsoFresh Anytime You Want to Feel More Fresh – After Exercise, Travel, Intercourse, or Your Period.
An Economical Value. IsoFresh Provides Feminine Freshening at a Fraction of the Cost of Other Brands. Each Tube of IsoFresh Provides 12 Applications – Just $1.66 Per Application – and Lasts About a Month When Used According to Package Directions. Apply IsoFresh Every Three Days or so to Eliminate Feminine Odor and Balance Vaginal pH.
Do No Harm Freshening. IsoFresh is a Water-Based, Isotonic Bioadhesive Gel with No Parabens, No Oils, No Glycerin, No Hormones, and No Added Fragrance.
Double Up on Your Vaginal Health. Combine IsoFresh Balancing Gel with IsoFresh Probiotic to Increase Your Supply of Lactic Acid in the Vagina.
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| IsoFresh Probiotic | IsoFresh Balancing Gel | IsoFresh Gel + Probiotic Combo | BabyDance Fertility Lubricant | Sage Personal Moisturizer and Lubricant | |
| Replenishes Friendly Bacteria | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Water-based Formulation | NA | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Made Without Parabens, Glycerol, or Coating Oils | NA | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Life Stage | All | All | All | Trying to Conceive | Peri- and Menopause |
| Provides Temporary Relief of Feminine Dryness | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Balances pH and Stops Unwanted Odor | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Supports Reproductive Health | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Terms to Know When Choosing Feminine Care Products
pH – measured on a scale from 0-14 with 0 being most acidic and 14 being most basic. While some pH fluctuation is natural and necessary as the vagina comes into contact with fluids such as blood and semen, too low a pH in the vagina (<3.5) can actually turn off lactobacillus production (good bacteria) required to keep the vagina in a balanced state, or over time even lead to a chronic infection (vaginosis).. The WHO has stated that vaginal products approaching pH 3 should not be used in the vagina.
Isotonic – also referred to as the ion or salt concentration. Isotonic is the measure of whether two solutions have the same concentration of salt. Vaginal balancing gels that are hypo– or hypertonic (with too low or too high of a salt concentration relative to vaginal tissues) will cause water to be pushed into, or sucked out of, the vaginal cells. This forced movement of water changes vaginal cell shape and biology, leading to irritation, tissue damage, cell death, mucus dehydration, and increased risk of bacterial infections or STDs. Isotonic products (like IsoFresh) are perfectly matched to the salt concentration in the body, and as a result, cause no net movement of water.
Toxic Chemicals Used for Viscosity – used for thickness and moisture. Glycerol (glycerin) and propylene glycol, for example, are commonly used humectants that can keep gels moist and improve the consistency. These small, penetrating chemicals can cross the vaginal barrier and be extremely toxic to vaginal cells and friendly vaginal bacteria.
Parabens – parabens are preservatives that can cause irritation, vaginal cell damage and disruption to the balance of vaginal bacteria.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Highlights
- ELIMINATES UNWANTED FEMININE ODORS that can result from monthly periods, sweat, semen, tight clothes and/or vaginal infections
- SUPPORTS HEALTHY VAGINAL pH WITH AN ADVANCED pH BUFFERING SYSTEM of lactic acid, sodium lactate, and sodium hydroxide
- WON’T KILL FRIENDLY LACTOBACILLUS BACTERIA* WHICH PRODUCE LACTIC ACID and keep the vagina in the optimal acidic range
- BALANCED TO THE SALT CONCENTRATION INSIDE YOUR CELLS – IsoFresh is 100% Isotonic and Iso-Osmotic
- STAYS PUT! According to 90% of users, IsoFresh isn’t messy and won’t leak out*
- PARABEN-FREE! Parabens preservatives have been linked to reproductive toxicity. Other commercially available balancing gels contain several parabens, including ethylparaben, methylparaben, and propylparaben
- MORE ECONOMICAL THAN OTHER BRANDS, providing 12 applications in one carton
- EASY TO USE so you can stay fresh on the go
Ingredients
Purified water, carbomer, cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose, lactic acid, sodium lactate, sodium chloride, xylose (from raspberry), sodium hydroxide, clary sage oil, and a nature-identical preservative (phenethyl alcohol and caprylyl glycol)
FAQ
Here’s our list of most frequently asked questions. If your question is not listed or you need further clarification, please contact us directly.
I’m not able to puncture the safety seal on the tube with the lid. How do I remove the safety seal?
To open the tube of IsoFresh, simply remove the silver safety seal with your hands, using the small flap.
Can I can continue to have intercourse while using IsoFresh?
Yes, most definitely. You may continue to have intercourse while using IsoFresh. In fact, using IsoFresh can help your vagina cleanse itself and maintain a healthy pH after being exposed to semen (which has a pH of 7, while your vagina should stay at around 4). Please note, however, that IsoFresh is not intended for use during your fertile window – if you are trying to get pregnant. As you approach ovulation, you will begin to secrete fertile-quality cervical fluid. Fertile quality cervical fluid has higher pH than other vaginal secretions, as it is meant to match the pH of semen. Sperm will die if the pH in the vagina is too low, so that fertile quality cervical fluid needs to have a high pH to protect the sperm when you are actively trying to conceive
Will this help with smells associated with bacterial vaginosis? I seem to have near constant BV and am desperate for a solution.
IsoFresh is intended to help maintain a healthy vaginal pH (4-4.5), and support a healthy vaginal ecosystem (that is a favorable balance of good bacteria to bad bacteria), both of which help support the vagina’s self-cleaning mechanisms. In doing so, IsoFresh helps to eliminate those unwanted feminine odors that are sometimes caused by bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections.
** If you have recurring vaginal discharge, persistent odor, itching, or discomfort, please be sure to contact your doctor.
How does IsoFresh differ from a regular douche?
IsoFresh is a vaginal freshening gel – not a douche! Douching involves completely washing your vagina with a liquid, many of which contain harsh chemicals (like paraben preservatives). Douching disrupts the vaginal ecosystem – washing out the good bacteria as well as the bad bacteria, and can increase the rates of vaginal infections, like bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections. IsoFresh is a gel that is inserted the vagina. It has the same pH as a healthy vagina and supports the vagina’s self-cleaning mechanisms. It is paraben-free and is isotonic, which means that the salt concentration of the gel is the same as healthy vaginal tissue. Unlike many douches and freshening gels that are hypertonic, IsoFresh will not dehydrate vaginal cells. Instead, IsoFresh keeps vaginal cells properly hydrated.
How often can I use Isofresh?
We recommend using IsoFresh once every 3 days OR on occasion as needed for feminine freshening. If you have more frequent concerns about feminine odor, we recommend using IsoFresh Probiotic along with IsoFresh Balancing Vaginal Gel to help to promote a healthy vaginal ecosystem.
Should I expect discharge or leakage after insertion?
IsoFresh has bioadhesive properties, and one of the things women like most about IsoFresh is that it stays put after application and doesn’t leak out. Many women do report an increase in odorless, white discharge (looks a bit like wet tissue paper) following the first few applications of IsoFresh- this discharge is made up of exfoliated cells. This discharge is a healthy, normal part of vaginal self-cleaning, and will diminish over time with repeated use of IsoFresh.
How may applications does one tube of IsoFresh provide?
IsoFresh contains approximately 12 applications per tube. The recommended dosage for each application is 2gm, but feel free to vary the amount between 1 gram and 2 grams based on your individual needs.
Can IsoFresh be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
We recommend you consult your physician prior to use when pregnant or breastfeeding.
Can IsoFresh be used to treat BV or an infection?
IsoFresh is not intended to cure or treat an existing infection. The product is working to help balance your vaginal pH levels, which can help to eliminate unwanted vaginal odors, including those associated with BV. Because IsoFresh has the same pH level as a healthy vagina and supports the vagina’s self cleaning mechanisms, many women who use IsoFresh report a decrease in the occurrence of vaginal infections – like BV or yeast infections. For additional support in maintaining a healthy vaginal ecosystem, we also recommend IsoFresh Probiotic.
Studies
Clinical Study Results: IsoFresh Decreases pH Improves Quality of Life
Results from this clinical trial reveal that IsoFresh:
- Lowers vaginal pH, after just one use and after 30 days of use
- Decreases frequency of unwanted vaginal odor
- Decreases women’s concerns about unwanted vaginal odor
Balancing the vaginal ecosystem and maintaining vaginal pH in a healthy range are essential to preventing unwanted odors. By decreasing vaginal pH, IsoFresh supports vaginal self-cleaning and vaginal freshness, which may explain why IsoFresh works for preventing unwanted feminine odors.
Along with lowering pH, this study showed that IsoFresh improves quality of life. As part of this study, participants filled out a questionnaire at enrollment that asked them to describe what, if any, concerns they have about feminine odor. Participants reported an increase in concern about embarrassing vaginal odors following their menstrual period, after sexual intimacy, and when changing clothes. The women also reported that concern about odor causes them to change social plans and/or avoid wearing certain types of clothing. After 30 days of using IsoFresh, women reported a decrease in concerns about unwanted vaginal odor, which means they weren’t altering their plans or lifestyle because of vaginal odor.
IsoFresh Lowers Vaginal pH
The clinical study was designed to evaluate the links between vaginal pH and feminine odor. A healthy vagina has an acidic (low) pH to protect the healthy bacteria that fight off infections, including sexually transmitted diseases. Maintaining the low pH is critical for vaginal health. IsoFresh gel lowered vaginal pH of study participants after initial use and over 30 days of use. Women with elevated vaginal pH (above 5.0) saw the greatest decrease in pH levels.
Feminine Odor Concerns Are Reduced
Women in the study self-identified events that they felt tended to trigger malodor for them. Those types of events included things like menstruation, ovulation, menopause, exercise, intimacy, and incontinence. Not coincidentally, events such as these all result in the vagina being exposed to higher pH fluids such as semen, blood, and sweat. The vagina must continually work to keep the pH in the acidic range to prevent infection. As can be seen in the vaginal pH chart, study participants’ vaginal pHs were lowered and, in this chart, you can see that so too were their concerns about feminine odor.
Reports of Bad Odor Drop with IsoFresh Use
Study participants’ concerns about bad odor dropped for a reason – the women in the study reported fewer actual instances of actual bad odor. Study participants were asked to track and report if they had experienced 3 or more days of bad odor in the previous week. This chart shows that on Day 0, 40% of study participants reported bad odor in the previous week. By Day 30, that number had decreased to 3%
A Remedy for Odor Should Not Harm Good Bacteria
Many feminine hygiene products take a “scorched earth” approach and kill off not only the bad bacteria that is a root cause of the odor but also the good bacteria which is responsible for helping the vagina fight off infections including STDs. Part of the study was conducted in a laboratory setting to determine whether IsoFresh had any negative effect on good bacteria. Lactobacillus Crispatus bacteria strains were suspended and incubated both with and without exposure to IsoFresh gel. Results show that IsoFresh gel did not impact the viability of beneficial bacterial.
Bad Odor Changes Women’s Behavior
Women in the study were asked questions about how unwanted odor affected their lives. Not surprisingly, the behavior changes came out loud and clear and affected things ranging from what we wear to what we do.
Bad Odor Has Deeper Consequences
Women in the study also reported that bad odor decreased their feelings of confidence. Unwanted feminine odor was listed by women as something that not only makes them feel unclean but also deeper emotions such as feeling unattractive and frustrated by a lack of ability to solve the issue.
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IMPORTANT – Reviews represent the experiences of individual customers only, and are not intended to serve as an indication of generally expected results. This product is not intended to cure, prevent, or treat any disease, and is not intended as a substitute for medical treatment. Statements on this website have not been evaluated by the FDA.
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Emilee B –
I really enjoyed using IsoFresh. It left me feeling clean, calmed any irritation I was having, and was extremely gentle! I am very sensitive, and this did not ause any irritation whatsoever, which was a pleasant surprise. I like the fact that it is isotonic, meaning its salt content matches up to the salt content in your body. Apparently other gels contain a lot more salt, so I’m glad to see Fairhaven has taken that extra step to really ensure it balances with our bodies. I would absolutely recommend this product..
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Lizzie –
I have never used any vaginal products because I have always been concerned about disrupting my body’s natural balance. This product supports balance in the vaginal ecosystem. I can’t stand the differing odor that occurs after intercourse, exercising, or after my menstrual cycle. When I saw the key benefits, I decided to give this product a try. Anything that promotes optimal vaginal pH, sounds great to me.
IsoFresh Balancing Gel and Natural Douche Alternative is a natural way to get freshness. The gel can be used every three days as needed. It comes with great, descriptive instructions so there is no confusion. The box comes with two applicators that have a measurement right on them for easy use. The gel locks right on and the gel is easy to expel into the applicator. The cleaning instructions are simple as well.
I found the scent very refreshing. The scent isn’t strange at all, which I almost expected. Just fresh. My first thought was, “how messy will thing be?” Not messy at all. I never had any gel leak. None. I was very happy about that. It really does stay out. It is very easy to apply. I like to use this in the morning. I’m a runner, and using this, I definitely notice a freshness. I don’t have to feel embarrassed using the bathroom before someone if I recently had intercourse or after dealing with that pesky monthly visitor, because this gel is amazing. This is a great product. I wish I had it sooner.
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Elannbe –
I thought having a ph imbalance was just something I had to deal with. Knowing that douches were a terrible idea, I have been taking probiotics and watching my diet, hoping that would be enough. But still had “the smell” and dryness, so I thought I’d give this a try. And it worked! I’ve only used it twice, a couple weeks apart, but haven’t had to again! So thankful to find a product that isn’t harmful to my body, but in fact helps it!
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Shelia P –
I like it!!!
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Jadene –
I like this alternative. Removes odor and doesn’t leave any unnatural feeling. Highly recommend
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Nicole –
It works great made me feel fresh, better then the washes that are out there.
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kc –
The gel is clean and stays put. I only need something like this now and then. And no matter what other people say, I KNOW when I need a little rebalancing! I did notice the “exfoliation” as a white chunky discharge with no smell the day after applying. But getting rid of that whiff of an off odor, the clean feeling and no mess of this product made it worth it. I will be using it from here on out when I need an adjustment!
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Kristy Kemp –
I was pleasantly surprised how easy it was to use. I was a little nervous about trying it because I am really sensitive down there and certain products I used in the past irritated it. So it comes in a tube and there is two applicators and they have measurements on them. You just stick one end around the top opening of the tube and squeeze your desired amount into it. I used 2 gms. It’s a gel like substance. insert the tube like you would insert a tampon basically pushing the gel inside and take the tube out and wash the tube and that is it! You don’t wash the gel out it stays inside and works it’s magic. I did not even feel it inside of me and it never leaked out. it is nothing like a douche for those who are concerned. With a Douche you are squirting lots of liquid inside with the purpose of flushing it and everything else right back out which is not good as you wash out the good bacteria as well. With IsoFresh you are putting the substance in & keeping it there so that it can work it’s magic. It actually helps with pH imbalance which is one of the leading causes of unwanted feminine odor and it does not mess with the good bacteria. I felt so much better, fresher, & the best part was no more odor! I will never allow another product other than IsoFresh in or around my vagina ever again! I feel more confident with my husband when getting it on no longer having to worry about unwanted odor at the most inconvenient times.
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erin –
This product has definitely has helped with my odor issues. Feel much fresher during hot days, after my period, or sex. Also more economical than the product I was using before, so thats good.
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