You’ll find toilet paper in lots of bathrooms. Doubts about its usefulness or hygiene rarely arise. Quite the opposite, in fact: most people find toilet paper quite sufficient when it comes to personal hygiene. They feel clean and fresh after going to the toilet. Dermatologists, however, question just how clean your genital area is after being wiped with toilet paper. Most of what needs to be removed is removed. But dry toilet paper cannot hope to remove everything. If this “residue” remains on your skin for any length of time, it can damage it.
What is important for hygiene with paper is that you always wipe from front to back and then use new paper. This helps you to avoid getting intestinal bacteria in the urethra or vagina, which could lead to infections. Furthermore, it is actually better to dab yourself with toilet paper and not rub, as rubbing can lead to skin irritations.