What Women Have That Men Can’t Use

There was a time when men had nothing at all—at least when it came to beauty and personal care products. The divide between men and women in this department was as vast as the space separating Venus from Mars.

Back then, women enjoyed luxurious bath soaps while men made do with whatever was left of the laundry bar. Self-care was seen as a feminine pursuit, and if a man dared to use a moisturizer, it would likely be met with raised eyebrows.

Fast forward to today, and the gap is rapidly closing. Men have caught up—what women have, men now have their own versions. If no male-specific product exists, men simply borrow from the ladies. From skincare to haircare, the shelves are now stocked with grooming essentials tailored for men, proving that self-care knows no gender.

But amidst this evolution, I decided to challenge myself: could I find beauty and personal care products that remain exclusively for women, completely untouched by men? I was ecstatic to discover… a few.

False Eyelashes

Yes, men use them too—but usually for theatrical performances, cosplay, or drag. In everyday life, however, false lashes remain overwhelmingly a female domain. That said, with the rise of beauty influencers and gender-fluid fashion trends, who knows? We might see more men batting their synthetic lashes soon.

Tampons

Where would men even put them? While men do use sanitary pads (napkins or liners) for various purposes—such as preventing stains when dealing with hemorrhoids or absorbing excess sweat from fat-burning pills—tampons remain a no-go. And no, using them for nosebleeds doesn’t count!

Menstrual Cups

Like tampons, these are designed for periods—something men don’t experience. Unless a guy is using one for an odd DIY experiment, this one remains firmly in the women’s aisle.

Breast Pumps

Strictly for nursing mothers, though there have been cases where dads try using them out of curiosity (and regret it instantly).

Hair Bonnets

These silky caps protect hair from breakage and frizz, mainly used by women, especially those with textured or curly hair. Some men are catching on, but it's still largely a female-dominated accessory.

Maternity Belts

Designed to support a growing belly during pregnancy, these aren’t something men need—unless they’re trying to prank people with a fake pregnancy belly.

Beyond these, I struggled to think of other products that are exclusively for women. The lines are blurring more and more every day, and it’s safe to say that self-care is becoming a universal right rather than a gendered privilege.

Can you think of any other personal care items that remain strictly for women? Or have we truly reached an era where men and women share everything in the name of looking and feeling their best?