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My inner thighs have always rubbed together, no matter my weight or size.
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I didnt understand what it was or what it meant, but I knew I felt embarrassed.
What causes chub rub and thigh chafing?
As you might imagine, the cause of chub rub and thigh chafing is exactly that: rubbing.
Thus, as noted above, the unfortunate phenomenon is not necessarily exclusive to the thighs.
Many athletic-apparel stores offerworkout attirethat avoids thick seams or places them outside areas of friction, he says.
Shapewear, of course!
but because the fabric provides an additional layer of protection.
(FWIW, Im personally a fan of Carpes Thigh Sweat Absorbing Anti-Chafing Lotion.)
Meanwhile, Dr. Camp suggests Body Glides water- and sweat-proof antichafe stick and moisturizing balm for the job.
Copy director Talley Sue Hohlfeld swears byGold Bonds Friction Defense Stick.
Its available at lots of places.
Thats part of what I like about it.
I can usually find it at Walgreens, she says.
Its very effective and doesnt need to be replenished.
I dont feel messy or sticky where Ive applied it.
Your thighs will slide past one another smoothly, she says.
It might need refreshing more than some others, but its certainly luxurious-feeling going on.
He recommends gently cleaning the blisters or the chafed area with cool or lukewarm water (not hot!)
as soon as possible, which will greatly help your skin heal.
you’re free to also try aloe vera gel for a cooling effect.
