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I take a probiotic/prebiotic combo pill daily. Is it safe to use silky peach when using the probiotic?

Asked by Judy H (1 week ago)

We have many, many customers who take probiotics/prebiotics and also use Silky Peach Cream without any issues. Everyone is different, sometimes understanding just how much or how little is right for your body can take a little while.

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Answered by Parlor Games (4 days ago)

Hi Can this be applied to another area of the body? I worry about UTIs and yeast infections

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Asked by Deanna (3 weeks ago)

If you have had breast cancer in the past, can you use this. Does it have estrogen in it?

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Asked by Linda Triest (2 months ago)

Yes! The good news is that estrogen is actually protective against cancer in many situations and the North American Menopause Society recommends estriol for vulvovaginal health.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 month ago)

I love the product. It really has worked well I’ve used it for two months. I have had comfortable sex, but I’ve gained 7 pounds and I have not changed my eating or exercising or anything.. what should I do?

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Asked by Cecilia Royal (5 months ago)

We get asked a lot about weight gain and have an excellent blog article here; https://www.parlor-games.com/blog/The-Science-of-Weight-Gain.html It is however, highly unlikely that using the very small amount of estriol in Silky Peach Cream would be the root cause of weight gain.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 month ago)

What about the urine leaks? Didn't see comments on that.

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Asked by Olivia (8 months ago)

We hear regularly from our customers that Silky Peach Cream helps with urine leaks. Estrogen is necessary for the good health of the urethra and the muscles around the bladder. As women get older and don't make estrogen any more, it can come as a miserable shock that urine leakage starts to happen more and more often. Combining Silky Peach Cream with a routine of pelvic strengthening exercises can keep incontinence at bay for many years.

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Answered by Parlor Games (8 months ago)

How do I get the pump to work?? Nothing will come out.

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Asked by Linda Kubota (9 months ago)

Let's try a little pump love. Silky Peach Cream is intentionally THICK so it won't be messy when applying. Similar to coconut oil, the cream can become solid in cold temps and needs to warm up. Sometimes an air bubble gets trapped inside the pump mechanism that blocks the cream. What you do is this: 1. Pop the bottle in a cup of hot water to warm and soften the cream. 2. Shake the bottle hard. 3. Bang it upside down (with the lid on) on a hard surface to try to dislodge the air bubble. 4. Pump slowly to pull the cream up. *There is NO tube/straw. We use a pump that uses an air vacuum instead of the little tube. Thus every time you open it to see what the heck is going on, it upsets the vacuum and you have to pump and pump to build the air vacuum up again. There can not be any air between the cream and the pump at the top. We have a blog article about the pump, with pictures and everything, you can read it here: https://www.parlor-games.com/blog/Pump-It-Up.html Reach us at kate@parlor-games.com with further questions.

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Answered by Parlor Games (9 months ago)

Will this absorb into my husband's bloodstream during skin-to-skin contact? He has his own medical issues and I do not want to exacerbate them. Thank you.

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Asked by Deborah Pocino (11 months ago)

I want to know the answer to this as well. Is it safe to have intercourse after applying the cream or will it be absorbed by my husband?

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Answered by Patricia B (10 months ago)

The amount of estriol in the cream is so low that it will not significantly increase his estriol levels. Our ladies typically apply last thing at night or first thing after a shower. the estriol is absorbed quickly and so very little will be left to be absorbed by your husband. It's not a lube.

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Answered by Parlor Games (9 months ago)

Do I need a prescription to purchase your product?

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Asked by Denise Parsons (1 year ago)

No prescription needed. Progesterone has been available over the counter for many years.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I would like to know if you have this product available in an unscented formula. I have such sensitive skin that I cannot use any products with a scent in them or I break out in hives. I have tried to use a similar product and wasted my money because it burned and irritated my vaginal skin.

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Asked by Ramona (1 year ago)

Hello-I’m not in a relationship or having sex. I’m not seeing sexless woman represented on your marketing platform so it isn’t clear as to wether or not your product would be beneficial for dryness- when using estrogen cream, an applicator is provided and it’s intended for internal use. Your product discussion is centered around the labia. Vaginal dryness creates a burning sensation on and off and that interferes with everyday comfort not just during sex. The vaginal walls need an internal lubricant Can your product provide internal lubrication? If so I’ll give it a shot.

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Asked by Michelle (1 year ago)

Short answer - Yes! Here's why: The estriol in the cream is spread around by attaching to red blood cells. Red blood cells act like a taxi - taking the estriol hormone to estrogen receptors on the skin cells. There is a dense network of capillaries throughout the pelvic area, especially around the vulva, vaginal, urethra. When the cream is applied to the vulva, the estriol is absorbed through the top skin layer and into the blood. The red blood cells in the dense network of tiny blood capillaries will deliver estriol to the skin of the vulva, the vagina, and to the urethra. The burning women experience is often because of little micro tears in the skin, like having an internal graze that is always trying to heal. Gradually, the cells will begin to respond to having estriol available again and will start to repair the skin structure. It's a gradual process but over time (1-4 months typically) the skin becomes stronger and stretchier again. The cream is quite thick and concentrate because we don't use fillers to create a higher volume. 1-2 pumps a day will give 0.5 ml of cream which absorbs quickly when applied to the vulva. No applicator is needed. You are Not alone. We have many ladies who are not sexually active but have experienced the lack of estrogen that impacts vaginal, vulva and urinary health.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I just received by bottle of Silky Peach Cream. I was disappointed because I expected it to smell like fresh peaches. To my surprise - no fragrance at all. Please advise. Thank you.

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Asked by Kathleen Elftmann (1 year ago)

Hi Kathleen We recognize that many people can have an allergic reaction to scents and so decided not to include a fragrance in a product that is used in such an intimate and often tender area. The product name is a playful way to refer to an intimate area of the body. The lack of a fragrance in no way affects the value and importance of the cream.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I use a once a week estradiol cream. It helps for a couple of days. Can I use the Silky Peachy Cream in addition to this?

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Asked by Rainy (1 year ago)

We do have some customers who use an estradiol cream provided by their practitioner and who also choose to use the Silky Peach estriol cream. Estriol has been shown in multiple studies to have a positive effect on the vulva and vagina.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

How do you cancel it’s not working and very difficult to cancel please help!

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Asked by Anonymous (1 year ago)

Hi Anonymous. You can reply to any of the emails we sent you and ask to cancel. You can email kate@parlor-games.com and ask to cancel. If you go to the bottom of the website at www.parlor-games.com you will find the Contact Us button and give us your name and email address and we can cancel for you. If you don't see emails from us they may have gone to your spam...check you spam for kate@parlor-games.com. Hope that helps.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

Hi ,Is there progesterone in with the estrogen? Or is it just estrogen?

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Asked by Jan (1 year ago)

Silky Peach Cream contains only estriol, no progesterone. Progesterone is in the Vibrant Third Balancing Cream.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

Hi reading all the positive reviews I am very interested in purchasing product. I gyn prescribe Vagifem to help with my aging vagina. I haven't taken it yet due to fear of possibly developing cancer even though does is low 10mcg as well as I have a new partner. Is this product safe to use for oral sex? I didn't come across any reviews that mention this sex act.

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Asked by G Campbell (1 year ago)

Silky Peach Cream is definitely not a food product, but if ingested on a rare occasion, while it won't taste particularly nice, it will not hurt your partner. Estriol is the "weakest" of the estrogens and does not have the growth effects that the stronger estrogen estradiol has. In fact, it can have a protective effect in many situations. It's primarily made during pregnancy and so a baby is bathing in estriol for 9 months with no ill effect. When used in very small amounts in the Silky Peach Cream, a very high proportion will be absorbed very quickly into the skin and used to repair that tender tissue. We recommend that you use the cream last thing at night, after the fun stuff is over, then there is plenty of time for it to be absorbed to do the work it is meant to do. We do carry a lubricant which is for help for being intimate.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

what are the ingredients?

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Asked by Ann (1 year ago)

Hi there - we have the ingredients listed on our FAQ here: https://www.parlor-games.com/faqs/ Thanks for asking!

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I had estrogen positive cancer, is this safe for me?

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Asked by Tracey Aiello (1 year ago)

Hi Tracey, thanks for reaching out and best of luck to you with your treatment plan. Because hormone cancers are all so different, the best thing would be to check with your doctors about the use of estriol both during and after treatment. There are recent studies which indicate that for some women, a small amount of estriol is a potential solution, but do check with your doctor who knows your situation best.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I'm 64 y/o had a hysterectomy two years ago I have my ovaries is it safe to use estriol for me. Thank you LL

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Asked by Leonor Larue (1 year ago)

Many women who have had a hysterectomy find that the small amount of estriol in the cream is just enough to help vaginal and urinary tissue be healthy. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens and so does not have the powerful estrogenic (cell growing) effects that the stronger estradiol does. Because you had your uterus removed, it's probably a good idea to check with your doctor about the amount of estriol which would be good for you use.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I'm concerned about the use and oral sex?

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Asked by Stephanie (1 year ago)

We recommend you use it very last thing at night to give the estriol plenty of time to absorb overnight. The cream isn't a lube so don't use it "for sex". We don't know what it tastes like but it's not peachy... it's for getting your ladybits feeling peachy! And we don’t recommend tasting it, definitely not a food product! However, if the fun starts up after you have applied the cream, just wipe it off with a tissue and reapply afterwards.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

Hi - the cream may have a peachy name - but it doesn't have a peachy taste. Ideally it's applied AFTER the fun and games, but if you apply the cream and then the fun starts, just use a tissue to wipe off the cream. You can reapply afterwards.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

Is there any way to get a copy of the instructions! I must have thrown them away with the box?

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Asked by L (1 year ago)

Of course - send us an email at kate@parlor-games.com and we will send over the file for you.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

where is this company located

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Asked by chris (1 year ago)

Parlor Games is an Oregon company and we ship out of Colorado. Our manufacturing partner is located in Texas.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I have not yet suffered from atrophy/dryness, but have all the other symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, tiredness, brain fog, headaches) and wondering if the SPC will help me with those symptoms as well?

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Asked by Lisa (1 year ago)

We do hear from many of our customers that Silky Peach can help with hot flashes.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I am currently taking a prescription progesterone pill daily & Premarin cream once a week. Could I use the Silky Peach & the Third instead of OR with what I’m taking??

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Asked by Lisa Lindsey (1 year ago)

Hi Lisa First off, do check in with your doctor before making any changes as she has your full health picture. It's likely that to just add Silky Peach Cream and Vibrant Third Progesterone Cream will likely give you too much of each hormone, and too much has it's own set of symptoms and challenges. When you take a hormone pill it has to be metabolized (broken down) first by the liver for any of the hormone can be useful. Most of that pill is actually then excreted from the body. This means that doses in a pill are high. There are advantages to topical hormones because they are NOT first broken down by the liver and so you need to use less of them, AND it doesn't require the liver to do that cleaning work. When it comes to premarin, there are some drawbacks to taking a hormone-like product that does not have the same biochemical structure as the hormones that your body would make naturally. We have a blog on that here: https://www.parlor-games.com/blog/You-re-not-Black-Beauty-don-t-supplement-like-her.html?ucacid=128066303.940364&fbp=fb.1.1671469759106.759982160 There are plenty of family practice doctors who have had 5 hours at the most training on how to help women manage their hormones post menopause. Any subsequent training has likely been provided by a pharmaceutical rep. Increasingly however, doctors are recognizing what many women have known for decades...bioidentical hormones are a safe and effective way to manage hormone levels. If you would like to switch to the bioidentical route, do chat with your doctor about how to do that without overloading your body.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

Can I use silky peach and vibrant third together

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Asked by Monica Stamper (1 year ago)

Many of our ladies will use both Silky Peach Cream and Vibrant Third. The Silky Peach cream has estriol in it - the very gentle estrogen that helps vaginal tissue maintain it's strength and integrity. Vibrant Third contains progesterone, a different hormone. Progesterone is often used to balance estrogen AND it has many benefits to the body in it's own right.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

My doctor thinks I have IC interstitial cystitis, I feel the burning in my vaginal canal. Are the symptoms the same?

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Asked by Sandra Casasnovas (1 year ago)

Hi - the symptoms definitely overlap. The tissue in the vagina and the urethra is receptive to estrogen, in fact, these skin cells REQUIRE estrogen to be healthy. As estrogen levels drop after menopause the skin cells that line these two vital "tubes" can begin to loose their strength, suppleness, and integrity. Tiny micro tears can begin to appear in the skin and these tears get irritated and sore. It can hurt to pee and to have sex, and no wonder. By adding just a little bit of estriol the weakest of the estrogens, the cells can rebuild their structural integrity and the skin returns to being that thin but strong barrier we need it to be. Hope this info helps.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

Suppose you cannot have estrogen? Due to breast cancer….

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Asked by Marcy (1 year ago)

So here is some science for you. There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not associated with breast cancer cell growth. Now, every woman is unique, and every breast cancer is unique, but the above information may help you have a more detailed conversation with your doctor about the potential for using estriol for vaginal dryness.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

Can you use if you had breast cancer and cannot consume any estrogen?

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Asked by Marcy (1 year ago)

So here is some science for you. There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not associated with breast cancer cell growth. Now, every woman is unique, and every breast cancer is unique, but the above information may help you have a more detailed conversation with your doctor about the potential for using estriol for vaginal dryness.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I’m 68. Had a total hysterectomy in my early 30’s and started on HRT. Many years later I had a small stroke. I was taken off HRT. The dryness and pain with sex has finally gotten where it’s just not worth it. Do you know if this product would work for me?

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Asked by Brenda (1 year ago)

Hi there. Many women benefit from adding back in some estriol and progesterone. These hormones both have multiple roles in the body that support overall health and wellness and can optimize how the body works. We are talking about bioidentical hormones, not the pharmaceutical hormones that don't match the hormones made by your body. That is the HRT you were likely taking and there were increased risks for stroke associated with those pharmaceutical hormones. We encourage you to read through our blogs https://www.parlor-games.com/blog.html and also check out Dr. Christiane Northrup's work on bioidentical hormone replacement. We do have many ladies in the same situation as you who have been using the Silky Peach estriol cream successfully. A lot depends on your overall health as well as to if this is a good match for you.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

How do you use the cream is it a applicator or watt?

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Asked by Wanda Palmer (1 year ago)

You pump the cream onto your finger and then apply to the vulva, the inner lips. Sometimes that skin can be very thin so some women will apply to the outer labia until the inner skin starts to plump up.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I had a hysterectomy including the ovaries due to uterine cancer over 10 years ago. I was using a HRT at the time and had been for years. Of course I was pulled off of all hormones after that. Is there a chance of cancer returning if I were to use this cream. I was told if the cancer returns it would return at the top of the vagina. I would welcome relief from some of the uncomfortable symptoms but not at the risk of cancer.

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Asked by Melva (2 years ago)

Hi Melva - whenever the question of cancer arises it's always best to ask the physician who knows your health record. What she may want to do is get your hormones tested to see where your levels are. There is research that indicates that very low dose estriol is an option for women who have had uterine cancer but the application of that research has to be in the light of your individual risk profile. We are working on a non hormonal cream and will have that available in 2023, so keep in touch.

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Answered by Parlor Games (1 year ago)

I keep emailing you and the email gets rejected. How strong is the fragrance? I have a fragrance allergy. We can only have oral sex right now - what does it taste like? Is it possible to get a small sample to see if I can deal with the fragrance and the taste? Thanks

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Asked by Geralyn Abinader (2 years ago)

Hello Geralyn - the Silky Peach Cream is fragrance free, not even any essential oil in there. The creams taste like a lotion and are NOT designed for human consumption. Our general recommendation is to apply very last thing at night, after any intimacy is concluded.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Will this cream trigger a herpes outbreak? I tried estradiol once and the response was the very next day.

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Asked by Nicole (2 years ago)

Hi Nicole - it's hard to know how each person will respond. Based on the feedback we get from our customers, some find a reduction in the rate of herpes attacks and others find there is a reaction. Because the estradiol caused a response, there may be more chance of estriol use resulting in that same response. Sorry you are having to deal with that, what a painful disruption.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Do any of the Products have DHEA in them? I really need to know. Thank you!

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Asked by Ann (2 years ago)

Silky Peach Estriol Cream, Vibrant Third Progesterone Cream and Chaos Calmer cream do not contain DHEA.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

do you have to take progesterone with his?

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Asked by billie cowell (2 years ago)

The estriol cream is very specifically for repairing and maintaining that vaginal and vulva tissue and, over a few months, most ladies settle into a routine that works well for them. Progesterone is a more general hormone working throughout the body. Some women find that even just the little bit of estriol in the cream can cause an imbalance resulting in symptoms so they use the progesterone to create balance. There are receptors for progesterone in the brain and many areas of the body. Just because we have stopped ovulating and have finished that reproductive phase of our lives doesn't necessarily mean we can't benefit from using progesterone for other functions. So many women choose to use progesterone for optimal wellness, some use it every day, others use it 2-3 times a week. You can read more about progesterone in our blog here: https://www.parlor-games.com/blog/Progesterone-The-Super-Star-You-Didn-t-Know-You-Needed.html

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Google says you need a prescription for estriol cream. Why don’t I have to have a prescription for Silky Peach cream? Thanks!

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Asked by Caril (2 years ago)

Hi Caril Estriol has been available in low dose amounts over the counter for years. Estradiol is the stronger hormone and should always be used with the guidance of a practitioner - and balanced with progesterone. Ideally, a woman has a practitioner who understands menopause, understands bioidentical hormones and knows her patient well. Sadly - those practitioners seem to be few and far between. Silky Peach Cream estriol product is for women who have been unable to find help from their practitioner. We are a science based company and strive to provide sound education to help women choose options that work for their body. Take care.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Can I have the ingredients and information on this product?

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Asked by Imogene Mangino (2 years ago)

We have tons of information and resources on our website. The ingredients are listed in the first section of our FAQ https://www.parlor-games.com/faqs.html. Thanks for your interest.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Will this product help with hot flashing and sweating? I'm 62 years old. Have everything removed at the age of 37. Was on hormones until I was 60. Now I have uncontrollable sweating and hot flashing all the time.

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Asked by Imogene Mangino (2 years ago)

Receive or received. Correct this on your page and get a better proofreader!

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Asked by Linda (2 years ago)

It takes a team - thank you!

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Is this FDA approved

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Asked by Linda (2 years ago)

The cream is for external application and does not require FDA approval.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Wondering about the estriol in the peach cream. I had localized DCIS breast cancer, 2018. Had to have mastectomy on one breast, chose double and recon. My cell type was not positive for any hormones, and they got it all, zero spread, it’s gone. Can I use this product? 61 yrs. so far no major sexual issues, but NP did report minor atrophy at last annual. I can’t take HRT, I understand that, but as this is localized cream, can I use it safely. My sex life is very important for my well being and our happiness…

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Asked by Christine (2 years ago)

Hi Christine. I am so glad that you came through this safely. So here is some science for you. There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not associated with breast cancer cell growth. Now, every woman is unique, and every breast cancer is unique, but the above information may help you have a more detailed conversation with your doctor about the potential for using estriol for vaginal dryness.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

are there any cancer related issues due to taking this product? does it have any side effects to be aware of? ingredients please

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Asked by Mary Andersen (2 years ago)

Thank you for that question - it's a super important question given some contradictory and confusing messaging out there about estrogen and breast cancer. So here is some science for you. There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not associated with breast cancer cell growth. Now, every woman is unique, and her exposure to ALL THE OTHER risk factors for breast (or any type of) cancer is unique but the above information may help you have a more detailed conversation with your doctor about the potential for using estriol for vaginal dryness. With regards to side effects - unlike medications which often have a long list of side effects, using estriol after a long break from estrogen make have some short term effects in the body - but these usually resole quickly - read our blog for more info: https://www.parlor-games.com/blog/Sweet-Mother-of-Side-Effects.html Ingredients can be found listed in the FAQ section on our website: https://www.parlor-games.com/faqs.html

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I have had a partial hysterectomy and I take oral estradiol can you use your cream without that being to much

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Asked by Angela (2 years ago)

We have many customers in the same situation as you. The amount of estriol in the cream is low and for most women, this seems to work well. Estradiol is 7 or 8 times as strong as estriol so it's effects elsewhere in the body are very minimal in comparison with estradiol. For many women, estriol is perfect for vaginal tissue.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

does the product come with instructions of where to put the cream..inside or outside?

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Asked by Mary Anne Good (2 years ago)

Hi - yes, we provide instructions with the order. The cream is applied externally.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I’m 68. Had endometrial biopsy over year ago negative. Been using bio identical hormones many years. Only on peachy cream few weeks and the cramps and bleeding are awful. The estriol cream I use to take was discontinued so was happy to try yours. My mom died June 29 so stress over the top. Also keep trying to up progesterone thinking might help but not sure if I messed my body up. I used your cream one week straight then switched to every other night due to cramp and bleeding. It still causing this symptom. Think I need to stop sadly. Thinking of switching to hyaloric acid cream which I hear works similar? Oh I also lowered the dose to one pump. So I had been doing the two as instructed to get your dose. But now only one pump every other day.

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Asked by Janet (2 years ago)

I am so sorry to hear about your Mom - what a hard time this must be for you. Not just the loss of her presence, but with all the things that have to happen and be organized. It's highly likely that stress will be contributing to what you are experiencing. Our closest emotional relationships often affect us in physical ways, it's not unusual for the loss of a close family member to be felt in the uterus. If you are getting cramps and bleeding with just the very small amount of estriol in the cream it will be a good idea to stop using the cream and have your doctor make sure the cramps and bleeding are not related to another health condition. You can also ask your doctor to test your hormones and make sure they are within supplementation range and that you are not estrogen dominant. Take good care.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I’m 41 and still having regular periods. However, I’ve been having vaginal dryness, irritation, and a feeling of looseness for about 6 months. Would this product be safe for me?

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Asked by Cathryn (2 years ago)

We have some customers in the same situation as you. Typically how a cycling women will use the cream is to mimic the natural surge of estrogen during the first half of the cycle. So, that would mean applying days 1-14/15 of your cycle and then stopping for two weeks. The amount of estriol in the cream is so small in comparison to the amount of estradiol your body will be making that it could be used throughout the month, but most of our customers still cycling will do that first half of the month.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I am an 87 year old widow lady and not really interested in any product just to revive sexual activities.....but, I do have itchy vulva and in the past year I've had UTI two times for the very first occurrences in my life. Can this Silky Peach Cream help without reviving the sexual activity? Has anyone else used it just for the purpose of more comfort in the private area?

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Asked by Marilyn Strain (2 years ago)

Absolutely, Yes! Without estrogen, the skin of the vulva and the urethra looses it's smooth surface. Tiny little micro tears can occur which increases the chances of microbes and bacteria creating little areas of infection. All that can create irritation, itchiness, and, even a full blown UTI as you have experienced. Silky Peach Cream has estriol in it - the very gentle estrogen which turns out to be an excellent way to repair that very tender tissue. What might work for you is to use two pumps of the cream every day for 6-8 weeks and then, once skin "repair" is well underway, use 1 pump every day to maintain that skin integrity.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Hi - yes, absolutely. While much of our messaging is associated with helping women get back their sexual function, what Silky Peach Cream does is help repair and maintain the health of vaginal, vulva and urethral tissue. We have many customers in their 70's and 80's who have been without estrogen for many, many, years, and the vulva and vaginal tissue has become thin and full of micro tears. If you can remember getting a graze on your knee where the skin was torn up, well, that's what the skin of the vagina and vulva can be like when starved of estrogen. The estriol in the Silky Peach Cream will work to repair the tissue, rebuild the health of the cells of the skin. Gradually, over time, those micro tears will repair and so this will reduce the itching and discomfort. Estriol is also important for the health of the urinary tract. A lack of estrogen also impacts the skin that lines the inside of the urethra and the same micro tears can appear. That low level state of inflammation in the urethra makes it easier for bacteria to set up shop and start an infection - hence a UTI. The cream is best applied to the outer labia to begin with as the skin will be thicker there. After a few weeks as estriol is beginning to strengthen the tissue, it can be applied directly to the inner labia.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I had a stent put in my heart in February ! The doctor took me off of my estradiol. Now I am very dry and have atrophy. Can I use this product since the Dr told me to get off of the estradiol?

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Asked by Teresa Montgomery (2 years ago)

While many women with some form of heart condition can safely use low dose estriol we strongly recommend that you check with your doctor. Every woman's health profile is different and your doctor will know if the cream is a good match for you. You can tell her that each pump of Silky Peach Cream has 0.50 mg of estriol and our general suggested use is 2 pumps per day.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Is there any smell or taste for silky peach?

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Asked by Shirley Kirkland (2 years ago)

Silky Peach Cream is free from taste and scents.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

No, we keep our products fragrance free

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I am allergic to fresh peaches. Is this something I should be concerned about if using your product?

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Asked by Wanda Douglas (2 years ago)

Hi - our cream is called Silky Peach Cream but it does not contain peaches. You can find a full list of ingredients in our FAQ here: https://www.parlor-games.com/faqs.html Fresh peaches are a delight - I hope there are other summer fruits that you can enjoy!

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Can this cause hair loss? I have not yet ordered.

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Asked by C (2 years ago)

We have a blog article on this topic - because the rate of hair loss can increase as we get older. The short version is that it is far more likely that the androgens testosterone and it's metabolize DHT that will result in increased rate of hair loss. DHT in particular will kill the hair follicle and so the hair falls out. Estrogen (along with progesterone) will actually protect the hair follicle. Check out the full blog at https://www.parlor-games.com/blog/Hair-Hair-Everywhere.html

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I ‘be had breast cancer, can I still use this? Y

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Asked by No (2 years ago)

Thank you for that question - it's a super important question, there are staggering numbers of women who have or have had breast cancer and now have hormones "blocked" by a medication...and that means painful vaginal dryness. So here is some science for you. There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not associated with breast cancer cell growth. Now, every woman is unique, and every breast cancer is unique, but the above information may help you have a more detailed conversation with your doctor about the potential for using estriol for vaginal dryness.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I had breast cancer. (ER PR positive) Can I use this??

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Asked by Judith Pappas (2 years ago)

Thank you for that question - it's a super important question, there are staggering numbers of women who have or have had breast cancer and now have hormones "blocked" by a medication...and that means painful vaginal dryness. So here is some science for you. There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not associated with breast cancer cell growth. Now, every woman is unique, and every breast cancer is unique, but the above information may help you have a more detailed conversation with your doctor about the potential for using estriol for vaginal dryness.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Does it help with odor

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Asked by Anonymous (2 years ago)

Odor is often caused by some form of bacterial overgrowth. When estrogen levels drop, the pH of the vagina will start to increase. As the vagina becomes less acidic this creates the opportunity for bad bacteria to set up shop. Replacing that lost estrogen with estriol - the weakest of the estrogens will gradually rebuild the vaginal tissue and then the pH will drop again. Once the pH is low (3.5-4.5 is ideal) then it is harder for bacteria to successfully colonize. The change happened slowly so repair often happens slowly but it does work for many women. If infection persists - do check with your doctor for how to resolve that.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Can a breast cancer servivor of two years use this

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Asked by Diane (2 years ago)

There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not associated with breast cancer cell growth. The very small amount of estriol in Silky Peach Cream is used locally and studies have shown consistently that it does not increase levels of estriol elsewhere in the body.

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Answered by Kate (2 years ago)

Can I use Estriol on my face to improve look of wrinkles? Currently using as a vaginal cream.

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Asked by Dottie (2 years ago)

Yes! We have many customers who will use a little of the Silky Peach Cream on their face. The estriol in the cream helps maintain the skin thickness and suppleness and that can reduce the rate of wrinkle development. Be sure not to over use.

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Answered by Kate (2 years ago)

Can I use Estriol on my face to improve look of wrinkles? Currently using as a vaginial cream.

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Asked by Dottie (2 years ago)

We have heard that some of our customers will alternate Silky Peach Cream application between the face and the vulva. The estriol will help with maintaining collagen, and even rebuilding collagen. As with all hormones - the goal is balance - just enough to get the effect, so avoid over use!

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Is it safe to use this product if you suffer from lichen sclerosis? I’ve been treating it with chlobetosol propionate cream for years, which has not been very effective.

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Asked by Wendy (2 years ago)

the short answer is "It Depends". We have some customers who find the estriol in the cream to be a benefit in keeping the vulva skin healthy and supple, and others find this to be too much of an irritant.

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Answered by Kate (2 years ago)

I ordered a bottle of Silky Peach cream today and would like to know if it will work for me even though I had a total hysterectomy in 2012?

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Asked by Sarah (2 years ago)

Because you had a total hysterectomy you lost your ovaries - the main source of estrogen in a woman's body. Without that estrogen supply, all sorts of other areas of the body eventually start up the chatter "where's my estrogen?, who took my estrogen away?" The vulva and the vagina is one of those areas doing the chattering - in the form of sore, thin, itchy skin. Without estrogen, the skin of the vulva and vagina loose their strength and integrity and multiple tiny micro tears can appear. Without healthy skin, the vagina can't self lubricate and stay healthy. Estriol is PARTICULARLY important for a woman who has had a hysterectomy as she isn't making estrogen any more.

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Answered by Kate (2 years ago)

What about having an estrogen positive breast cancer? Can I use this product?

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Asked by Mary Hamilton (2 years ago)

There are two distinct types of estrogen receptors, estrogen receptor alpha (ER-A) and estrogen receptor beta (ER-B). In the breast estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor alpha promotes breast cell proliferation, whereas the estrogen hormones that bind to estrogen receptor beta inhibits breast cell proliferation and prevents breast cancer development. It is important to note that estrone and estradiol bind mostly to estrogen receptor alpha, which explains the known breast cancer-promoting effects of these two hormones. On the other hand, estriol binds to estrogen receptor beta a characteristic that corresponds to a unique breast cancer protection effect. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, produced through non reversible metabolism of the other two estrogens - estradiol and estrone. It has 1/7 to 1/8th the potency of estradiol and is metabolized to non harmful metabolites that are not typically associated with breast cancer cell growth. Now, every woman is unique, and every breast cancer is unique, but the above information may help you have a more detailed conversation with your doctor about the potential for using estriol for vaginal dryness.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Are there any side effects from this product?

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Asked by Emm (2 years ago)

When we think about side effects, we often use the mental framework provided by the pharmaceutical companies, i.e. a long list of things that could happen. With bioidentical hormone replacement we are putting back into our bodies, that which we no longer make. So, by using a small, very small, amount of estriol, we are giving the body back something it doesn't have any more. When women start to add back in this little bit of estriol sometimes there can be a short term response as the body adjusts to having estriol again. Hormones are, after all, chemical messengers and this estriol messenger starts having it's effect. We do find that our customers who report things like a headache or a little bloating soon find that these resolve pretty quickly. Estriol is the weakest of the estrogens, we are bathed in it utero and when we are pregnant at levels far higher than the 1mg per pump in the Silky Peach Cream. Estriols estrogen effects are significantly weaker than the more potent estradiol and studies have shown consistently that estriol applied to the vulva is used in the local tissue - not throughout the whole body. Hope that helps.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

Should i could i put inside my vagina or apply to the outside? It seems like inside would work better?

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Asked by Sam (2 years ago)

The cream is pumped onto the finger and then applied directly onto the vulva tissue. There is a dense network of capillaries in the whole pelvic area. The cream is absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream. The red blood cells in the blood pick up the estriol hormone and move it around throughout the pelvic area delivering it to all the cells waiting for estriol! Our cream is fairly thick and dense, we decided not to put a lot of fillers in it. One pump a day will gradually rebuild the strength and health of that vaginal tissue. After a few weeks (or months) many of our ladies find that they can drop to every other day use.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

I’ve been taking hormone replacement therapy for many years in the form of a compounding cream. But I still have vaginal atrophy, as it is painful to attempt sex. Can I take this cream in addition to the HRT (estradiol, progesterone & testosterone)?

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Asked by Jan (2 years ago)

Many of our customers are using some form of bioidentical hormone replacement already but not finding it helps with this particular area of their health. The short answer is Yes! Estriol has been found in multiple studies - and real life experience - to be the vital hormone for rebuilding and maintaining the integrity of vulva and vaginal tissue. I would hope that your doc is testing your hormones regularly to make sure your levels are in optimal range.

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Answered by Parlor Games (2 years ago)

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