Inner thigh chafing is a type of skin irritation that occurs when your inner thighs rub against each other. Clothes that irritate your skin can cause chafing as well if they're too right.

The friction is a source of significant discomfort for those who have this condition because it damages their skin and can cause a burning sensation.

Why Do My Inner Thighs Rub?

The leading cause of inner thigh chafing is skin to skin contact. It's incredibly common for women that wear skirts and dresses. In the case that your thighs do not have a separation between them, they may rub together, causing this discomfort.

Chafing can be caused or accentuated from the following:

-Sweat, wetness, moisture

-Cardio exercises such as walking or running

-Having your legs crossed while being seated

-Large thigh muscles

-Being overweight

-Heat and humidity

-Rough or heavy fabrics

-Hair removal/shaving

-Wearing cotton and any other material that absorbs moisture.

Symptoms Of Inner Thigh Chafing

The most common ones are the following:

1. Redness
2. Itching
3. Rash
4. Blisters
5. Pain
6. Burning
7. Swelling
8. Hyperpigmentation

Ways To Prevent Inner Thigh Chafing

There are several ways to alleviate thighs rubbing together and preventing any damage to your skin. Implement one of these inner thigh rub treatments into your daily routine:

Experiment With Shapewear

Shapewear is worn under your clothing, and it can be useful in preventing inner thigh chafing by forming a barrier between the skin of your thighs.

If you don't want to use shapewear, try yoga pants or leggings since they use breathable materials. If you'd like to go the extra mile, you can buy anti-chafing thigh bands that are made from soft-stretchy cloth. Wearing one on each thigh will prevent chafing.

Stay Hydrated

Make sure that you're drinking plenty of water. It helps out a lot with chafing thighs because when you're dehydrated, your sweat is composed of more salt than water, irritating your skin heavily in the long run.

Moisturize Your Skin Frequently

Experiment with petroleum jelly to protect your skin. Applying a small amount between your thighs will prevent your clothing from causing friction, resulting in a chafe-free experience.

Elite Body Sculpture's Inner Thigh AirSculpt®

If you're looking for an instant solution, then a cosmetic procedure is the best bet to prevent any notion of your inner thighs rubbing together.

This option is best for patients looking to slim down and contour their inner thighs' appearance and retain a more youthful aesthetic. 

Inner Thigh AirSculpt®, offered exclusively in the Pheonix area at Elite Body Sculpture, is a minimally invasive procedure that doesn't use a scalpel, needle, or general anesthesia. The results are immediate, and it only has a downtime of 48 hours.

Elite Body Sculpture patented AirSculpt® technology with the patient in mind, forming a link between maximizing aesthetics and comfort. There's no reason that you undergo a procedure and have to worry about imprecisions, risks, and any medical complications. You will walk out of our doors, feeling as secure with yourself as never before.

If you're interested in our Elite experience, head to Elite Body Sculpture Scottsdale for optimal results by starting with your first consultation.