11 Ways to Keep Your Inner Thighs From Chafing (That Totally Work)
Chafing can be a real pain in the summer. Here are 11 anti-chafing products that will keep thighs from rubbing and stop the irritation before it starts.
There are lots of things we look forward to in summer. Days at the beach, the fireworks on the Fourth of July and having a great excuse to completely revamp our wardrobes. But there's one thing we dread during this sizzling season: chafing. Since most of us don't have thigh gap, the rubbing of our inner thighs together as we're out enjoying the weather can be a real pain in the, well, thighs. And we can also experience the nasty sensation from our bras (sports and otherwise) as they come in contact with our hot, humid skin.
But you don't have to resort to the old tricks of applying deodorant down there or slipping on bike shorts (even though Kim Kardashian is still trying to make them a thing). Nowadays, anti-chafing products are a booming business with everything from sprays to sticks to powders and even specially designed undergarments available to tackle this oh-too-common problem. A lot of them are marketed toward athletes like runners, cyclists and swimmers since chafing is a serious issue for those really working up a sweat. Of course, chafing can also occur while we run errands, hike with friends or head to brunch.
Stop the irritation before it starts with these 11 anti-chafing saviors.
One swipe of this anti-chafing stick is all it takes. Its aloe and vitamin E formula creates a friction-free barrier to keep things cool and smooth. The stick also boasts lime oil to help heal skin from your past chafing nightmares and pomegranate seed extract to protect skin's outer layer.
These thigh bands feature anti-slip silicone, ensuring they stay put no matter how active your day is and create a buffer to prevent pesky chafing on your inner thighs. They come in several sexy colors so you can match them to your undies or just add a camouflaged colorful kick to even the most neutral outfit.
Rub some of this powder on your inner thighs to keep the area free from irritation. The cornstarch and kaolin base absorbs excess moisture, while tiny shavings of cocoa butter nourish skin. And this treatment smells heavenly due to its inclusion of jasmine and vetiver.
OK yes, this is technically a lube meant for sex, but it has other benefits. Salons actually use it as a smoothing, finishing and anti-frizz product. And it can also be called on to eliminate chafing. There's no scent and it won't stain so your clothes won't give away what you just rubbed on. Despite your lube preconceptions, this one is never sticky, tacky or oily, meaning your thighs won't slip and slide after application.
