Many women are turning to unusual and sometimes dangerous home remedies in an attempt to tighten vaginal muscles, from apple cider vinegar tampons to herbal pastes promoted online. Dr Rekha Tailor, founder and medical director of Health & Aesthetics, explains why these viral trends can be harmful and highlights the treatments that are actually supported by medical evidence, including pelvic floor therapy, Emsella treatments and energy-based vaginal rejuvenation technologies.

A global survey of more than 4,300 peri- and post-menopausal women has found that menopause-related skin changes significantly impact emotional wellbeing, with 57% reporting anxiety. The findings, presented by Galderma at International Master Course on Aging Science (IMCAS) 2026 in Paris, highlight common concerns such as wrinkles, loss of firmness and dryness, as well as major gaps in awareness and education around menopausal skin changes.