We don't like to discuss our vaginas because we think of them as some big secret. However, everyone knows that we have them, so it's time to be more open about the subject. After all, if we want to keep them clean, then we're going to have to talk about them. Here are a few ways to assure that we'll always smell fresh down there:
1. Wash with Hot Water, Not Soap
When you step into the shower, you should keep soap away from the area. You should never use a vaginal douche either, because it'll actually harm your vagina instead of clean it. You should stick to using warm water to wash the area. It doesn't seem like a lot, but it's all we actually need.
2. Change Your Pad Frequently during Your Period
During that time of the month, it's natural for us to feel grossed out by what's going on down there. However, you shouldn't feel all that dirty if you change your pads or tampons frequently. As long as you don't keep them in place for too long, then there shouldn't be any nasty odors.
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3. Wipe from Front to Back after Peeing
When you go to the bathroom, make sure to wipe from the front to the back. You never want to start at the back, because the bacteria from back there can get into your vagina and cause you harm. But as long as you start in the front, you should be able to keep yourself healthy.
4. Wear Cotton Underwear and Loose Clothing
The type of clothes we wear can seriously affect the way our bodies smell. As pretty as silky thongs are, you should wear cotton underwear as much as possible. It's also healthiest to wear loose fitting clothes so that your skin can breathe. If you're always wearing skinny jeans, you could end up harming yourself down there.
5. Pee after Sex
If you're sexually active, it's incredibly important to pee after sex. It pushes out any bacteria that might be inside of you. If you forget to pee, then you could end up with a Urinary Tract Infection, which can cause an unpleasant odor down there. Even worse, it'll cause you pain and make you feel like you have to pee every five minutes, even when you don't actually have to go.
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6. Eat More Fruit and Yogurt
Your diet can also impact the way that you smell down there. Try to eat more yogurt and fruit if you want to improve your odor. Not only will it make you smell sweet, but it'll keep your entire body healthy. There's never a bad time to stock up on fruits.
7. Go to the Doctor when Something's Wrong
If the odor down there is different than usual, or if you notice a new colored discharge, then you should head to your gynecologist. It's not as scary as it sounds. Yes, she's going to look at you in a place you're not used to showing doctors, but she won't hurt you at all. Besides, it's always a good idea to get a checkup, even if everything is running smoothly.
If you follow these simple tips, then your vagina should always smell clean, with no offensive odors to be found. What other tips do you have for smelling good down there?
Comments
Jessica: Your vag**
sandy: Of course you should use soap. Yes yes we are women with vaginas but typically that nasty smell is bacteria on the outside. I would rather smell like roses than dead fish. Sheesh !
Cassieculbreth: I've tried eating yogurt but honestly the texture of yogurt and pudding is so disgusting that it takes a lot of force
Luisa: I've actually recently started only using hot water when I get in the shower to wash in the vaginal area & it does work with the smell. But again that's just me & my body, some have it different
Jess: No medically your not meant to wash with soap or any vaginal douche because it's prone to causing thrush. You are meant to use E45 or aqueous cream wash that should ideally be used once a day.
Annette: Had to be a man who said that not using soap to wash your vagina was healthy? Damn! I can't imagine myself just using water. Disgusting! Use soap ladies! You want to feel comfortable and secure. Specially on this summer days when it gets so hot and humid.
Patracia: I Love to use lush in my bathtub sorrow why is it a problem to use lush body soap on my vagina it smells delicious and my boyfriend loves it
Beckykingsz: Start frm the front of the V to the back of your ass to whip ! If no one knows that then.. damn
Lyndy: And because females have shorter urethra it is more likely you can get infections especially if your partner already has a sexually transmitted infection
Maleficent: Change your underwear every day!
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