{"id":207830,"date":"2025-12-30T05:07:07","date_gmt":"2025-12-30T05:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/207830\/"},"modified":"2025-12-30T05:07:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T05:07:07","slug":"9-sensitising-sexual-wellness-treatments-products-to-try-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/207830\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Sensitising Sexual Wellness Treatments &#038; Products To Try In 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black \">Struggling to get the fire lit? These sexual wellness treatments will bring the heat back to the bedroom. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black \">Libido gone left? You\u2019re not alone. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">The study also showed that 59% of New Zealanders agree there\u2019s a stigma attached to sexual health, but 65% believed more open discussions around sexual health would break down these barriers. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">In response, the organisation launched Emotional Support Bits &#8211; custom plushies shaped like intimate parts to spark conversation and dismantle taboos around sexual wellness. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">And they\u2019re not the only ones. Cosmetic injectables clinic The Face Place launched its Intimate Wellness Month back in October, to break the stigma around sexual wellness by fostering conversations and empowering individuals to take charge of their sexual health &#8211; especially those in perimenopause or menopause. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">\u201cWe see intimate wellness as a natural extension of our mission to help people feel confident in their own skin,\u201d says Dr Jenni Irvine, owner of The Face Place. \u201cToo many people suffer in silence with issues that are both common and highly treatable.\u201d <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Many factors contribute to a loss of pleasure during sex, including pregnancy, childbirth and menopause, which can lead to pelvic floor weakness or vaginal laxity, as well as reduce lubrication or the ability to orgasm. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">For others, it could be the ability to achieve and maintain an erection during intercourse. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">\u201cWe see strong demand for intimate wellness treatments from both men and women, although women do make up the majority of our patients,\u201d Irvine says. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">\u201cMen also seek treatment, most commonly for concerns such as erectile dysfunction, Peyronie\u2019s disease, lichen sclerosus, or changes following prostate surgeries. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">\u201cOur goal is to empower people to live confidently and comfortably at every stage of life. We believe intimate wellness deserves just as much attention as skincare or fitness.\u201d <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">A suite of treatments have been developed to help support sexual wellness, improve sexual function and enhance sensation. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">These four fiery treatments are said to help reignite the flames once more.<\/p>\n<p>Femme Shot<\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">This natural, non-surgical option is pitched at those wanting to regenerate their intimate areas following childbirth or during menopause. Also known as the O-Shot, this rejuvenation treatment involves drawing a vial of the patient\u2019s blood, before the platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is extracted and injected into sensitive areas. The platelets release growth factors that are said to help regenerate tissues in the vagina and clitoris, for improved sensitivity, natural lubrication and bladder control. The Femme Shot is also said to increase arousal and quality of orgasms. The follow-up to this is the Homme Shot, which borrows the same principles as the Femme Shot but is said to improve erectile dysfunction, blood flow, sensitivity and sexual performance. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Where to try it: The Face Place has two clinics in Auckland &#8211; one in Quay St, the other in Takapuna &#8211; both of which offer the Femme Shot. Expect to pay $1980 for a 75-minute appointment, which includes an initial consultation and first treatment. A repeat treatment within six months of the first is recommended, and is priced at $1320 for 45 minutes. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefaceplace.co.nz\/pages\/intimate-wellness\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.thefaceplace.co.nz\/pages\/intimate-wellness\">Thefaceplace.co.nz<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Forma V<\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Scared of needles? Consider Forma V, which uses advanced radio-frequency technology to target vaginal tissue, reawakening the skin\u2019s natural collagen production, improving sensation and restoring pelvic floor tone. It\u2019s  promoted as a must-try for those concerned with dryness, sagging or loss of tone due to ageing or childbirth, and additional claims have been made around Forma V\u2019s ability to tighten both the labia and vulva. Physical benefits aside, the non-invasive treatment is also said to support the health and overall appearance of intimate skin. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Where to try it: Skinfinity in Auckland\u2019s Grey Lynn offers Forma V, and recommends booking three sessions scheduled four weeks apart for best results. A bundle of three 30-minute sessions is available for $2150, with the first session priced at $850 and two subsequent sessions at $650 each. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinfinity.co.nz\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.skinfinity.co.nz\/\">Skinfinity.co.nz<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Femtouch Laser <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Femtouch Laser, or Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation (LVR), is another non-surgical option to enhance vaginal health, this time harnessing CO2 laser technology to do so. In the same way that CO2 laser can stimulate the production of collagen and elastin in the skin when performed on the face, this treatment is said to help maintain the structural integrity and elasticity of vaginal tissues. Other benefits range from improving the body\u2019s natural lubrication, enhancing physical sensation, restoring vaginal function and decreasing the likelihood of urinary incontinence. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Where to try it: At Ponsonby Doctors, Femtouch Laser is priced at $950 for a 45-minute initial consultation and first treatment. A full course of treatment includes three sessions, spaced four to six weeks apart. A package of three treatments is available for $2500, with each subsequent treatment taking 30 minutes. There\u2019s a caveat worth mentioning here, however &#8211; as the treatment is newer, it is still under review for broader scientific validation. A full disclosure statement around the safety, efficacy and risks involved with this treatment is available at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponsonbydoctors.co.nz\/services\/vaginal-rejuvination\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.ponsonbydoctors.co.nz\/services\/vaginal-rejuvination\">Ponsonbydoctors.co.nz<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Low Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound<\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Low Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound (LIPUS) is one of the newest treatments on this list, said to offer a painless, non-invasive alternative to treat erectile dysfunction. A technician uses a small, handheld probe to apply sound waves to different areas of the penis and perineum to stimulate new blood vessels for boosted erectile function. This sound wave technology is also said to activate stem cells, promoting growth of new penile vascular tissue. Unlike tablets, penile injections and vacuum pump therapy, which require some prep steps before engaging in sexual activity, LIPUS is said to offer ongoing benefits, meaning an improvement in sexual spontaneity is possible. <\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">Where to try it: LIPUS is one of the treatments on offer at Urology Care in Wellington, a clinic that helps address a variety of urological conditions &#8211; spanning erectile dysfunction and male incontinence to male cancers or kidney stones. A course of treatment involves six 15-minute sessions, twice per week for three consecutive weeks, POA. Treatment is by referral from a GP only, after which the clinic will contact you to arrange an appointment. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.urologycarewellington.co.nz\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.urologycarewellington.co.nz\/\">Urologycarewellington.co.nz<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>Spice Up Your Life<\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">If you don\u2019t want to go down the treatment route, don\u2019t fret &#8211; there are plenty of products to help boost libido and lubrication. <\/p>\n<p><img  alt=\"\" class=\"responsively-lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com\/en-nz\/kiki-de-montparnasse\/lotus-no-9-massage-oil-candle-I-064521\/?cgpath=wellness-sexualwellness\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com\/en-nz\/kiki-de-montparnasse\/lotus-no-9-massage-oil-candle-I-064521\/?cgpath=wellness-sexualwellness\">Kiki de Montparnasse Lotus No. 9 Massage Oil Candle, $146<\/a>, is a scented, natural wax candle that transforms into a massage oil. Its low melting point sits around body temperature (between 38-43\u00b0C) meaning it won\u2019t burn or scald when applied to skin. Blow out the flame and pour over skin for a sensual partnered play experience. <\/p>\n<p><img  alt=\"\" class=\"responsively-lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz\/ultra-beauty\/buy\/121708\/vacation-vibes-the-amalfi\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz\/ultra-beauty\/buy\/121708\/vacation-vibes-the-amalfi\">Vacation Vibes The Amalfi, $56<\/a>, is a discreet, cone-shaped vibrator which features five speeds and modes to match your mood. It\u2019s water-resistant and latex free, and allows up to one hour of use before recharging. <\/p>\n<p><img  alt=\"\" class=\"responsively-lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maebl.co.nz\/intimate-care-products\/p\/natural-lubricant\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.maebl.co.nz\/intimate-care-products\/p\/natural-lubricant\">Maebl Intimate Lubricating Serum, $90<\/a>, is crafted with organic coconut, jojoba and argan oils to support the body\u2019s natural lubrication and offer relief from dryness. The New Zealand-made, gentle formula is said to respect the body\u2019s natural pH levels and is dermatologist-tested to be used on even the most sensitive skin. Note: as this formulation is plant-oil-based, it is not compatible with condoms. <\/p>\n<p><img  alt=\"\" class=\"responsively-lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mightyape.co.nz\/mn\/buy\/eglobeinternational-the-good-patch-desire-4-patches-eg-kog-44300\/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=product_listing_ads&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22149322767&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADqxfinSyIfuFG59KT5PD8Dl1vgMP&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAi9rJBhCYARIsALyPDtstccC9jzxe9Cr0ynks_m5XowBvAYvncuUWe4P8gCQJebn8U9l3SDIaArrKEALw_wcB\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/www.mightyape.co.nz\/mn\/buy\/eglobeinternational-the-good-patch-desire-4-patches-eg-kog-44300\/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=product_listing_ads&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22149322767&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADqxfinSyIfuFG59KT5PD8Dl1vgMP&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAi9rJBhCYARIsALyPDtstccC9jzxe9Cr0ynks_m5XowBvAYvncuUWe4P8gCQJebn8U9l3SDIaArrKEALw_wcB\">The Good Patch Desire 4pk, $55<\/a>. \u201cGetting in the mood starts with the right mindset\u201d is the tag-line that accompanies these fire-starting stickers, which claim to boost arousal with their blend of vitamin B6, reishi and black maca powder. Remove the backing and place one patch on the inside of the wrist, and leave on for up to 12 hours. <\/p>\n<p><img  alt=\"\" class=\"responsively-lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\"><a href=\"https:\/\/myregyna.co.nz\/product\/myregyna-hydrating-cream\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/myregyna.co.nz\/product\/myregyna-hydrating-cream\/\">Myregna Hydrating Cream, $130<\/a>, is a non-hormonal cream which harnesses the brand\u2019s cell biology system to support genital skin health, which can be prone to dryness, thinning or tearing after menopause. Developed by cell biologist Dr Iona Weir, the 100% natural cream is said to restore natural lubrication and promote function and sensation during intimate moments. <\/p>\n<p>More beauty<\/p>\n<p data-test-ui=\"viva-article-paragraph\" class=\"tw-mb-4 tw-font-proxima tw-text-lg tw-font-normal tw-leading-6 tw-text-black vUWuwjCGukMuO\">A go-to guide to party season glamour, the best new season beauty buys and more. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Struggling to get the fire lit? 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