Vaginal dryness during menopause is common, frustrating, and completely normal—but it’s also treatable. If you’ve noticed changes “down there” during perimenopause or menopause, you are definitely not alone.

Menopause brings a wave of physical and emotional changes, and while hot flushes and mood swings often get the spotlight, vaginal dryness is one of the most common (and least talked about) symptoms. It can affect comfort, confidence, intimacy, and even everyday activities.

The good news? There are simple, effective ways to manage it—and you don’t have to just put up with discomfort.