painful hoo-ha needs help

[koala]

Assos specifically states that its product is not recommended for use down in the sensitive area. Chamois Butter and Friction Zone would be better choices as the ingredients should be less prone to irritate.

Vaseline is a petroleum-based product. Petrolatum should not be used down in that area either. It is impervious to air, so it encourages infectious growth, particularly as the temperatures start to heat up. It is also known to break down some of the materials used in chamois & in shorts.

Older riders probably have different issues than younger riders. For those of us who have gone through, or are going through menopause, the problem tends to be loss of lubricating ability. Estrogen creams make a lot of sense to try to restore the natural lubrication process. Younger riders should not be plagued by this and would be better advised to look to either the shorts (improper fit, incompatible chamois) or the saddle as the likely culprit of their discomfort.