THE sun is finally here which means it’s time to strip down and bask in the warm weather.
But with summer dresses, shorts and scorching temperatures comes the dreaded chafing, often referred to as ‘chub rub’.
It’s estimated that around 99 per cent of women are plagued by chafing
While most chafing is just a little bit uncomfortable, more extreme cases can cause the skin to break and may even cause spots or rashes.
The skin needs time to heal properly which can be difficult in the summer months if you’re wearing skirts or swim wear.
And although it can be embarrassing, it’s estimated that around 99 per cent of women are plagued by chafing.
Thankfully, a doctor has weighed in on some of the best ways to treat and even prevent the painful condition.
“Inner thigh chafing happens when the inner thighs on both sides rub against one another,” Dr Bhavjit Kaur, an aesthetic medical practitioner, said.
Speaking to The Sun, she said the condition can lead to more than just spots but also post-inflammatory or friction hyper-pigmentation.
This is when the skin is left a darker colour following an infection or irritation.
“This can sometimes happen even by friction with clothing and can happen in armpits, groins, buttocks and under the breasts too,” she said.
3. Anti-chafing creams
The easiest ways to prevent thigh chafing come in the form of a cream, balm or garment that acts as a barrier, Dr Bhavjit explains.
Where to buy them?
The doctor recommends Body Glide For Her Moisturising Anti-Chafe Balm Stick which can be used anywhere on the body.
