Herbal Suppositories, Yoni Pearls, Vaginal Steams!

Herbal Suppositories
An herbal vaginal suppository is a composition made of active herbal ingredients set in a base of skin-safe organic plant-based oils and butters.  They are stored in the freezer; applying a suppository on the irritated area, relieves irritation.  The freezer? really…yes, I know that this sounds weird, but here’s the deal, the freezer is cold and cool temperatures on inflammation can be soothing. 

Most active ingredients of mass produced suppositories are set in polyethylene glycol polymer or glycerinated gelatin.  Those bases allow for the suppository to be kept at room temperature, but it doesn’t come without pitfalls. First, ask yourself, what are polymers? Polyethylene glycol polymer does not melt at body temperature, which means the active ingredients of polymer base suppositories have a prolonged release. Let’s face it, you want a suppository that works quickly when you are steeped in discomfort!  Waiting on relief is like adding salt to a wound, next!  Gelatin, a base made with animal byproducts and that’s just not what we want in our product.  I mean, do you really want pork and horse bones in your vagina?

Polymers and gelatin are the standards, but honestly, I don’t like them.  When I decided to offer these Herbal Suppositories, it was with research, intention, and in small batches- so that they are freshly made.  I decided to keep all of the active ingredients without the fluff by using organic & raw cocoa butter or coconut oil bases.  Cocoa butter is used as a suppository base because it fulfills the requirements of an ideal base as it doesn’t melt quickly and coconut oil is scientifically proven to alleviate yeast overgrowth. This might explain why our suppositories are always sold out! If you want to know more about our Herbal Suppository ingredients or why they work, read our other blog posts or even reach out with questions!  We are here to help.

The contents and mesh cloth can scratch or injure the inside of the vagina walls, damaging the mucosa and microflora, therefore, causing inflammation.  That discharge and clumps of matter that some women experience and post all over social media from the use of a yoni pearl is inflamed cells, dead bacteria and mucus caused by the pearl, not a vaginal cleanse!

Farmhouse’s Herbal Suppositories do not contain dried loose-leaf herbs, they melt with body temperature and are meant to be gentle on the tissues. Intentionally made to induce comfort quickly, soothe the skin, align vaginal pH and balance.  I do not make claims as a vaginal cleanse or detox because I truly believe and know wholeheartedly that detox and cleansing are holistically obtainable through diet, harmonizing wellness, and lifestyle changes.  If achieving that harmony is something that you struggle with, come chat with me and get some guidance.

Steaming is an ancient remedy used by shamans, medicine men, midwives, and healers in spiritual practice. In this practice, a careful and intentional mix of herbs is set to very hot water, in which the woman will squat over, at a safe distance, and allow the steam to meet the vagina. This spiritual ritual is done for many reasons and allows for the woman to reconnect with her body & womb.  It’s a powerful way for the woman’s vagina to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities.  

Vaginal Steaming is traditionally practiced in Africa, Asia, and Central America and although this practice is considered an alternative treatment in the U.S., it has made its way into the spotlight as a trend.   Other names include Female Ritual Steaming and Vaginal Smoking.  If you want to participate in vaginal steaming, I suggest that you contact a spa that offers that service until you feel comfortable recreating the experience in the privacy of your own space.