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Tired of BV coming back?

You finished the antibiotics. The symptoms came back. You're not the only one — recurrence is more common than most women are told. Ellasie Intimate Balance is a daily synbiotic with 4 Lactobacillus species and 400mg XOS prebiotic.

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Important: Ellasie Intimate Balance is not a treatment for BV. If you have symptoms such as unusual discharge, strong odour, discomfort, bleeding, pregnancy, or symptoms that keep returning, speak to a GP, pharmacist or sexual health clinic.

WHY WE BUILT ELLASIE
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Ella & Andre - Founders of Ellasie
"I'd been on three rounds of antibiotics in a year. My GP just kept handing me prescriptions."
Most women dealing with recurrent BV have heard the same advice: take the metronidazole, finish the course, hope it doesn't come back. Studies show 50–80% of women experience BV recurrence within 12 months of antibiotic treatment. Antibiotics treat the immediate imbalance but don't restore the long-term flora. That's where a daily synbiotic comes in.
 

The vaginal microbiome and why antibiotics alone aren't always enough

WHAT'S ACTUALLY HAPPENING

The disruption

Antibiotics, periods, sex, and stress can lower Lactobacillus levels in the vaginal microbiome.

The pH shift

When Lactobacillus drops, lactic acid drops, and pH rises above 4.5 — creating an environment where unwanted bacteria thrive.

The cycle

Antibiotics reduce the unwanted bacteria but don't restore the Lactobacillus. Up to 80% of women see recurrence within a year.

 

THE SYNBIOTIC APPROACH

Why probiotics + prebiotics is more than the sum of its parts

A probiotic delivers beneficial bacteria. A prebiotic feeds them. A synbiotic combines both. Ellasie pairs four Lactobacillus species with 400mg of XOS — a fibre selectively fermented by Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium.

Probiotic: live beneficial bacteria

Prebiotic: food source for beneficial bacteria

Synbiotic: probiotic plus prebiotic in one routine

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Probiotics work gradually. Here's the realistic timeline.

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    WEEK 1–2 — "Is this even working?"

    Your routine begins

    The strains are establishing. Roughly half of women report early shifts — less odour, lighter discharge — but most don't yet. This is the week most women quit. Don't.

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    WEEK 3–4 - "Okay, something's different."

    This is where most women turn the corner.

    Freshness you'd forgotten was normal. Less worry before sex. If you've been on antibiotics, this is when the rebuild starts to feel real.

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    WEEK 4–8 — "I'm not stopping this."

    Routine becomes results.

    By bottle two, the changes hold between cycles, between sex, between stress. This is the point women stop calling it a supplement and start calling it part of their life.

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    WEEK 8+ — "I forgot what 'off' even felt like."

    Long-term flora support, locked in.

    87% of women who reach week 8 stay on Ellasie. Not because they have to — because life without it isn't worth going back to.

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    TRUST

    ✅ 2,300+ verified reviews · 4.9 stars · 96% would recommend
    ✅ Medically reviewed · Vegan · 90-day money back guarantee

Thousands of women have made Ellasie part of their routine

70,000+

bottles sold

2,300+

verified reviews

4.8★

average rating

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OBGYN reviewers

Rose D., Verified Buyer
★★★★★

"After two rounds of antibiotics in six months, I just wanted something I could take daily. Six months in and this is my routine."

— Rose D., Verified Buyer

Jennifer W., Verified Buyer
★★★★★

"I'd tried Optibac and another well-known brand. The synbiotic part is what made me switch. Three bottles in."

— Jennifer W., Verified Buyer

Beth I., Verified Buyer
★★★★★

"What sold me was the medical reviewer credentials. I've spent so much money on supplements with no science behind them."

— Beth I., Verified Buyer

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4 Lactobacillus species including L. fermentum

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A higher 5B CFU daily serving

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Added 400mg XOS prebiotic

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A synbiotic formula, not probiotic only

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60 vegan capsules per bottle

Why Ellasie Vaginal Probiotic?

Ellasie Intimate Balance is £17.99 per bottle for a 90 day supply.

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*on 3-bottle bundle, £53.90 total

Medical review

Not influencer led. Medically reviewed.

In a category full of influencer led wellness claims, Our formula and educational content are reviewed by qualified women's health clinicians.

Dr. Rida Asghar
Reviewed by

Dr. Rida Asghar

OBGYN Resident Medical Officer | Women’s Health Reviewer

MBBS

Formula review Medical accuracy

For women comparing oral probiotics for intimate flora support, dose, strain selection and prebiotic support are useful factors to consider. A synbiotic formula combines live cultures with a prebiotic food source, which can make sense for women looking for a more complete daily microbiome support routine.

With over 70,000+ bottles sold month and 2,300+ verified reviews, medically reviewed guidance, and a simple daily capsule routine women actually stick to.

  • Person holding a pink container labeled 'ELLASIE Intimate Balance' in a kitchen setting.

    "I've been through every probiotic Holland & Barrett sells. The synbiotic angle was new to me and I researched it before buying. I'm now five bottles in and this is the routine I've kept. The 90-day guarantee made it easy to try."

    — Margarida J., Verified Buyer - Verified after 6 months use

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    "I switched from Optibac because I wanted the prebiotic included. Honestly the routine is the same, but it feels more complete as it has prebiotic fibre in its formula."

    — Julia C., Verified Buyer - Verified after 4 months use

  • Person holding a pink container labeled 'Intimate Balance' by Ellasie.

    "What I appreciated was the honesty on their site. Every other brand promises miracles or have "hired influencers" to talk about the product. Ellasie has real Doctors that review the products. I bought because of that, peace of mind"

    — Patricia M., Verified Buyer - Verified after 3 months use

  • Woman holding a pink supplement container labeled 'Ellasie Intimate Balance' in an indoor setting.

    "I'm a nurse and I researched the strains and the prebiotic before buying. The formula is solid. The price is fair for what's in it. Three bottles in and I'm not coming off this."

    — Wiktoria W., Verified Buyer - Verified after 4 months use

    Most options for intimate flora support fall into one of three categories. Here's how Ellasie compares.

    • Vaginal probiotics (probiotic-only)Examples: Optibac For Women

      Designed for women's intimate flora

      2.5B CFU

      Specific Lactobacillus strains

      No prebiotic

    • Standard daily probiotics Examples: Bio-Kult, Symprove

      • Designed primarily for gut health
      • 1–10B CFU
      • Most don't include strains studied for vaginal flora
      • No prebiotic typically included

    • Ellasie Intimate Balance

      Designed for women's intimate flora

      5B CFU

      4 Lactobacillus species

      + 400mg XOS prebiotic

      Synbiotic formula

      Your Questions Answered: Women's Intimate Health Probiotic

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Probiotics work gradually. Most women notice changes to their daily routine within 2–4 weeks, with more sustained support over 8–12 weeks. We recommend giving any probiotic a full 30-day cycle before judging it. That's why our 90-day money-back guarantee covers three full bottles.

      Yes. The general guidance is to space them by 2–3 hours so the antibiotic doesn't kill the live cultures. Many women take their antibiotic in the morning and Ellasie in the evening, or vice versa. Always follow your GP's instructions on the antibiotic itself.

      Yes. Lactobacillus species at 5 billion CFU is well within the standard supplemental range and has an extensive safety record for daily use. Always consult your GP if you have any specific health concerns.

      A synbiotic combines probiotics and prebiotics in one formula. Probiotics provide live beneficial bacteria. Prebiotics provide a food source for beneficial bacteria. Ellasie Intimate Balance is a synbiotic because it contains both probiotic strains and XOS prebiotic.

      XOS stands for xylooligosaccharides. It's a prebiotic fibre selectively fermented by Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium populations. Unlike broader prebiotics like inulin, XOS specifically feeds the beneficial bacteria your probiotic capsule is delivering.

      Both are designed for women's intimate flora. Ellasie has 5B CFU vs Optibac's 2.5B, four Lactobacillus species vs three, and includes 400mg of XOS prebiotic. Optibac uses trademarked clinical strains (GR-1®, RC-14®) with a long research record. We've built a full comparison page for the details.

      Yes. There's no need to taper or pause between probiotics. Most women finish their current bottle and start Ellasie the next day.

      Intimate Balance is designed for women looking for a more targeted probiotic for vaginal health, especially compared with a general probiotic.

      Probiotics are generally considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but we always recommend consulting your GP, midwife, or healthcare provider before starting any supplement during these times.

      We offer a 90-day money-back guarantee. If Ellasie isn't right for you, send the bottles back within 90 days and we'll refund you in full — no questions asked.

      Yes. Ellasie can be taken alongside multivitamins, omega-3, vitamin D, iron, and other common daily supplements without interaction. If you're taking specific medications, consult your GP.

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      Source notes and disclaimer

      Ellasie Intimate Balance is a food supplement and is not a medicine. It is intended as a daily nutritional support product. If you are experiencing symptoms of bacterial vaginosis or any other condition, consult your GP, pharmacist, or sexual health clinic. This product does not replace medical advice and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
      Sources and further reading

      This page is written for educational purposes and reviewed for responsible supplement wording. The sources below support the medical and advertising boundaries discussed on this page.

      1. NHS: Bacterial vaginosis
        https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bacterial-vaginosis/
      2. World Health Organization: Bacterial vaginosis fact sheet
        https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/bacterial-vaginosis
      3. CDC: Bacterial Vaginosis, STI Treatment Guidelines
        https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/bv.htm
      4. ACOG: Vaginitis
        https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/vaginitis
      5. ACOG: Vulvovaginal Health
        https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/vulvovaginal-health
      6. Bilardi et al. Women’s experiences of recurrent bacterial vaginosis, PLOS ONE
        https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4807032/
      7. Afifirad et al. The effect of probiotic, prebiotic and synbiotic use on bacterial vaginosis, systematic review
        https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9159122/
      8. ASA CAP: Food, probiotic claims
        https://www.asa.org.uk/advice-online/food-probiotic-claims.html
      9. CAP Code Section 15: Food, food supplements and associated health or nutrition claims
        https://www.asa.org.uk/type/non_broadcast/code_section/15.html
      10. Ellasie Medical Review Policy
        https://ellasie.com/pages/medical-review-policy
      11. Ellasie Testing and Quality
        https://ellasie.com/pages/testing-and-quality