Vaginal Hygiene - How to Clean Vagina and Vulva

So let’s talk about what is vagina and vulva?

Vagina- It's a piece of the inside female reproductive system, which also consists of the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and cervix.
Vulva- The clitoris, the inner and outer labia, the uterine and vaginal openings, as well as the external female genitalia, make up this structure.

Now you know how your vagina is completely different from your vulva. As they both are different, they can’t be washed in the same way. But the first question which comes to your mind-

Do you really need to wash your vagina?

No! But you definitely need to clean your vulva. Let’s recap- Your vagina is the inner canal of your body and the word ‘Vulva’ refers to the outer portions around your vagina like-

Clitoris
Inner and outer labia
Clitoral hood

So it’s kind of obvious that you should not wash inside your vagina but it’s a good practice to wash your vulva as it will help you maintain your intimate hygiene. Washing or cleaning your vagina may cause several problems. Your vagina is a self-cleanser as it has some ‘good’ bacteria (slightly acidic) in nature which help to maintain the ideal pH balance. These acidic good bacteria help to fight back the bad bacteria from attacking your vagina. So washing inside of your vagina is not at all recommendable.

Now come to how you can wash your vulva.

Use warm water to wash your vulva. You can also use intimate hygiene wash for cleaning your vaginal lips (Both inner and outer labia). Try to avoid getting water or any intimate hygiene product inside your vagina so wash your vulva gently. And in addition, wash your anus too as it's best to wash both front and back. As bacteria from the anus can also affect your vagina and may cause different vaginal infections and problems.

Okay! So no need to use soap?

Yes, you got it correct. There’s no need to use any regular ordinary bar soap for cleaning or washing your vulva. According to doctors, you should always choose unscented, mild, and colorless intimate hygiene soaps or wash. As scented washes or soaps may irritate your vulva and vagina both. Say no to all scented soaps, washes, or sprays!

But I’m sure you are concerned about that smell your vagina has- Aren’t you?

If yes, let’s clear out that it’s perfectly normal to have a smell in your vagina area. No vagina is scentless, and it shouldn’t be. The vagina does smell different from time to time as it depends on your period cycle and diet. But, of course, visit a doctor if your vagina has a pungent smell as some of these smells can be caused by different vaginal infections.

Now, what if you are menstruating? Do you need to take any different measures?

No need to take any other measure during your period; wash your vulva normally as you do every day. If you are concerned about that unpleasant smell during your period then you can wash the area with water or an intimate hygiene wash more than once daily. But over-washing your genital area may cause negative impacts on your ‘V’ friend.

Lastly, few more things you should keep in mind-

While using the toilet, never wipe from back to front as it may spread bacteria from your anus to your vagina. Not only while availing the toilet but also during any sexual intercourse. Do not put anything inside your anus and then your vagina unless you clean it first.
Try to urinate after having sex as it will eliminate germs outside of your urinary tract.
Try to wear mostly cotton loose underwear for better blood and air circulation.
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December 16 2022