FAQ | Secret Ceres US

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How long will my Secret Ceres last?

With regular use (1x per week), Secret Ceres will on average last for 10 - 12 month. However it does not expire after that time. This amounts to an investment of $10/month or 35 cents/day into your intimate hygiene. With each use the healing herbs and Kaolin clay will be dissolved and absorbed causing it to gradually reduce in size. With frequent external use on larger skin parts it will be used up faster.

Should I wash my vagina with soap or shower gel after using Secret Ceres?

NO. Please DO NOT use any soaps or washes in conjunction with Secret Ceres as the pH inside the vagina is now being rebalanced and chemical substances will have the opposite effect. Due to the perfectly balanced pH, odour causing bacteria and microorganisms cannot grow and you will feel perfectly fresh and clean for the next few days until your next application.

Can I use Secret Ceres in the shower or bath?

NO. Please do not use Secret Ceres in the shower or bath, as the water will cause the wand to dissolve. After each use, always carefully dry Secret Ceres with a towel.

Is it necessary to stop using soap and washing liquid when using Secret ceres for intimate hygiene?

We generally recommend that women shall abstain from chemical / artificial washing solutions in their intimate area. Secret Ceres naturally balances the flora and eliminates dead skin as well as any odor, leaving the vagina cleansed and fresh after the shedding of the dead skin cells. We recommend women only use water and a wash cloth to remove any dead skin cells between the inner and outer labia and the prepuce surrounding the clitoris. If a woman does not feel comfortable without using a wash lotion, she may continue to do that but should make sure it is a natural and soap-free product, to maintain her rebalanced flora.

Is it okay to use natural ointments, oils, essential oils on my intimate area and in my vulva or does it interfere with the effect?

It is ok to use natural oils and ointments in between the labia and mild oils such as coconut oil may be used inside the vulva.

What is vaginal odor?

Vaginal Odor is defined as an unpleasant smell, usually resulting from a pH imbalance which has allowed for proliferation of odor-causing microorganisms in the vagina. Vaginal odor may be fishy, sometimes signifying Bacterial Vaginosis, or yeasty, signifying a Yeast Infection.

What is causing my bad vaginal odor?

Vaginal odor is often the result of a vaginal pH imbalance and not necessarily because of lack of hygiene but wrong hygiene (see our detailed section on Intimate Hygiene. At times using the wrong products or chemical ingredients in products can cause the imbalance and result in unpleasant odor. The optimal range of vaginal pH is 3.5 to 4.5, and yet when imbalanced, it allows odor-causing microorganisms to flourish. This may lead to an unpleasant odour and successively even to vaginal infections.

Can I use Secret Ceres to get rid of vaginal odor?

YES. Secret Ceres can help eliminate and prevent unpleasant vaginal odor. Maintaining a healthy vaginal pH can help ensure that the bacteria that is naturally present in your vagina is balanced and odor-causing microorganisms will not be able to flourish.

What does pH balance mean?

pH is a measure of how acidic or alkaline a substance is. The pH of a substance is signified by a number from 0-14. The lower the value, the more acidic the substance. Distilled water is neutral, with a pH of 7.

What is the normal pH balance for the vagina?

The ideal pH level in the vagina is between 3.5 - 4.5 (slightly acidic) and important for maintaining good vaginal health. At this optimum pH level, your vagina contains a balance of necessary bacteria and some yeast cells. This delicate balance can be easily disturbed (by poor diet, chemical soaps, chemical douching, etc.) A healthy vaginal pH can be maintained by using Secret Ceres once a week or when an imbalance is most likely to occur.

What is a Microflora?

The word “microflora” refers to the live microscopic organisms that populate different areas of the body, including the vagina, the mouth and intestinal system. The beneficial ones act as protective agents and strengthen the immune system. There are also destructive strains which can weaken the body. It is important to maintain a properly balances microflora where the beneficial organisms are dominant. This will keep the intimate area free from infections, inflammation, and other imbalances.

My doctor says my vagina is self cleansing and there is no need to wash inside of my vagina.

Your vagina is self cleansing but your vulva is not. Culturally hygiene routines and body care regimes vary. In Middle Eastern, African, Asian and South American cultures it is common to use floral vaginal washes to wash inside of the vulva as well as herbal steams and clays to nurture, purify and tone the vagina and sexual organs. In western cultures it is proclaimed to not tamper with the mucous environment of the vaginal flora, whilst oral hygiene on the other hand is widely propagated and practiced. The mucous skin in your vagina is very similar to that inside of your mouth. While the mouth produces saliva to cleanse itself we have developed tools to support a clean oral environment, by cleansing our moth on a regular basis. Before the invention off the tooth brush ulcers, bad breath and bacteria in the oral mucous environment were common, in the same manner that various issues are common among women today due to lack of care of their most precious environment, that is often surrounded by a lot of shame and taboo. Every woman must decide for herself what feels most natural and comfortable to her.

My doctor says that it is normal for the vagina to have a certain smell to it and that recurring infections and discharge are normal for women to experience from time to time.

It is true that over 50% of women suffer of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), recurring yeast or bacterial infection and many of bacterial vaginosis (and as a result a smelly vagina). The reasoning behind so many doctors writing this off as normal is, because the majority of women especially in the western world have the same symptoms. However just because everyone suffers of a particular issue, does not mean that this state is ideal or "normal" and should be accepted or maintained.

Can I use Secret Ceres more than once a week if I experience a vaginal mycoses or candida?

We recommend that women use it 1-2 times per week when experiencing imbalances. Secret Ceres will stabilize and balance the natural flora. As a result imbalances will disappear.

Is it possible to use the Secret Ceres when a woman uses vaginal medication, antibiotics or anti-fungal ointment – and how affect the treatment?

We do not recommend to use Secret Ceres in conjunction with artificial substances. You may use Secret Ceres after the duration of your treatment to avoid any interference.

Can I continue to use my secret ceres after using it during a bacterial imbalance or will the bacteria be on the wand?

The wand is alkaline and bacteria cannot survive in an alkaline environment. Therefore it is safe to continue using the same Secret Ceres wand that you used during your imbalance.

Should I disinfect my wand after each use or rinse it with hot water?

Due to the alkaline composition of Secret Ceres, bacteria do not foster on the wand. Secret Ceres is a 100% natural product and should not come in contact with harsh solutions or chemicals. The crystals contained in the wand are sensitive to extreme temperature fluctuations. Thus please do not rinse Secret Ceres under very cold or hot water as this may cause the crystals to expand or contract, which can cause it to crack.

Is Secret Ceres approved by the FDA?

Secret Ceres is not approved by the FDA. In fact, neither are the majority of food and vitamin supplements or cosmetics that you find at Whole Foods or your local health food store or pharmacy. We select only the purest and most potent ingredients and manufacture Secret Ceres under thehighest quality standards. All ingredients are regularly tested by state of the art labs in Germany to meet international regulations and guidelines.

Can it be used by pregnant women?

We have had a lot of happy customers who used Secret Ceres during pregnancy, especially to help them overcome infections and other imbalances. However in the western world pregnancy is considered a ‘high risk condition’, therefore every woman has to decide what is best for her in this time and if in doubt should consult her gynaecologist. We cannot officially recommend Secret Ceres to pregnant women or women with medical conditions. Each woman uses the product at her own risk and assessment.

Can I use secret ceres after child birth? Does Secret Ceres support a better cleansing and regeneration of the uterus?

Women and midwives report that the female organs such as the uterus regenerate faster with the support of Secret Ceres. We cannot make any specific recommendations as we have not conducted any clinical studies in this regard. We base our feedback on empirical evidence and narrative experiences from women that used Secret Ceres after child brith as well as birthing centers that reported these observations.

How soon after childbirth is possible to start using secret ceres?

Women usually start using Secret Ceres approximately 4-6 weeks after childbirth. Since pregnancy is a very special time for every woman and the body of each woman is unique, every woman’s instincts tell her what is best for her.

Are there any contraindications or known side effects?

No known contradictions or side effects have been reported to us.

Are there any experiences with menopause?

Women report that they experience relief of the typical symptoms, which include vaginal dryness and heat flashes. However we have not conducted any studies and are therefore unable to make any official claims about it. It is in no case harmful and the customer has to decide if she feels better using Secret Ceres or not.

Is it possible to use Secret Ceres during menstruation?

We do not recommend to use Secret Ceres during menstruation, as this is a period of cleansing and releasing for every woman. Nothing that interrupts a woman’s flow of release should be introduced during this process. After the menstruation Secret Ceres is a great means to cleanse the vagina of any menstrual residue.

is it possible for women with intrauterine contraceptive devices to use Secret Ceres?

Yes, as Secret Ceres is only introduced into the opening of the vulva it does not interfere with any intrauterine device.

Does Secret Ceres help with HPV?

Secret Ceres improves the body's natural regenerative abilities and the shedding of the dead skin cells after using Secret Ceres can help to prevent or reduce vaginal warts associated with Human Pappilomavirus (HPV) as well as shed off abnormal skin tissue. We recommend to use Secret Ceres as a regular hygiene routine and self-care tool to keep your intimate flora and pH balanced and restored. Please learn more about HPV and what German gynecologists have to say about Secret Ceres in this article.

Is it possible to use Secret Ceres when experiencing cervical cancer?

We have had women that gave us astonishing feedback regarding fibroid tumours as well as cysts. Secret Ceres will be a great way to balance the flora however we have no clinical studies to support any claims in this respect. Furthermore Secret Ceres is not meant to treat, cure or diagnose any disease. Women are free to personally exchange information and share their experiences, however we are not in the position to make such claims. You may reach out to our customer service expert in order to hear some of the experiences that women have shared with us in the past.

Is Secret Ceres a rock or stone?

No, Secret Ceres is neither a stone nor a rock. We sometimes refer to it as a “stone” because it has a stone-like appearance and feel to it. However it is not a rock or a stone. It is made with Kaolin clay, minerals, and many potent ancient medicinal herbs.

Does Secret Ceres dissolve?

Yes, with each use the healing herbs and kaolin clay will dissolve and be absorbed causing it to gradually reduce in size. Your Secret Ceres will last from 6 to 12 months, depending on the frequency of use.

What can I do if the Secret Ceres wand breaks inside of me while inserting?

In the unusual event of Secret Ceres breaking inside of the vagina, please flex your PC muscle to push out the remaining piece. This is best achieved in a squatting position, while simultaneously pulling the piece out with your fingertips. Alternatively you may wait until the piece has dissolved and softened into a paste, after approximately 24 hours, which you can wash out with plenty of warm water using your index finger. Secret Ceres will melt into a softened paste by absorbing moisture from your vaginal mucous skin. it is recommended that you drink 2-3 liters of water throughout the next 24 hrs to ensure maximum hydration during this process. Taking a hot bath can help you to relax your vaginal muscles and will accelerate the process of dissolving Secret Ceres inside of you.

Can I repair a broken Secret Ceres?

Yes, if you accidentally drop your Secret Ceres and it cracks or breaks you can wet the two halves in room-temperatured water and press the broken parts together while smudging the outside with your fingers as if you were modeling clay, until they fuse back together into one piece. Thereafter you should stand it upright into an empty glass to allow it to dry over night. After this, you may use your wand should again. After repairing, handle with extra care.

Are there counterfeit Secret Ceres products out there?

Yes, unfortunately there are imitation “herbal sticks” being sold, that are of poor quality and we cannot vouch for the safety or efficacy of those products. Some resellers have even copied information word for word from our website and imposter as resellers in order to sell lower grade products on their site. Be sure that you are ordering directly from Secret Ceres or from a reputable reseller.