Contents:
- Medical Video: Vaginal Odor Medical Course
- What is normal vaginal odor like?
- The cause of vaginal odor
- How do you make vaginal perfumes naturally?
- 1. Keep the vagina dry
- 2. Maintain a healthy and balanced diet
- 3. Wash the vagina in the right way
- 4. Avoid the following things that actually can actually make the vagina smell fishy
Medical Video: Vaginal Odor Medical Course
Every woman would want to keep her intimate area so that it remains fragrant and naturally fresh. However, you may not arbitrarily use products or methods that have not been clinically tested. Because, several ways to maintain a fragrant and fresh vagina turned out to be dangerous. Then how do you keep the vagina fragrant and fresh? Check out the answer below!
What is normal vaginal odor like?
You may often see adverts for vaginal care products that promise your intimate organs will become more fragrant like fresh flowers. In fact, the human vagina does not smell nice because it is not necessary.
A natural vagina has a distinctive aroma and is different for every woman. Even in one menstrual cycle even your vagina has a different aroma. This is because vaginal odor is influenced by various things. For example, bacterial levels, vaginal acidity, sweat, and cleanliness in your intimate area.
However, basically a normal vagina smells a little sour. This is because the pH (acidity) in the vaginal area is quite high. An acidic environment is needed to kill various bad bacteria and organisms that can cause vaginal infections.
The cause of vaginal odor
Even though the vagina should have a distinctive smell, it does not mean that the stinging and unpleasant smell is natural. The vagina should not be foul, fishy or rancid. If you smell the aroma like this, something is wrong with your vagina. Here are some possibilities.
- Vaginal bacterial infection
- Not changing pads or pantyliner in a long time
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Not clean when washing the vagina
How do you make vaginal perfumes naturally?
So that the vagina is fragrant and fresh, there are a number of things you need to pay attention to.
1. Keep the vagina dry
An environment that is too moist will become a nest for various types of bacteria that cause disease. Also, be careful when you wash your vagina after urinating. Flush with water from front to back, not vice versa. This direction can prevent bad bacteria from moving into the vagina and causing unpleasant odors.
Make sure you also regularly change pads or pantyliner, at least every four hours.
2. Maintain a healthy and balanced diet
Eat lots of fruits, green vegetables, and probiotic products like yogurt. These foods can prevent the growth of bad bacteria and can make the vagina fragrant and naturally fresh. Conversely, foods with a strong odor like garlic can make your vagina smell bad.
3. Wash the vagina in the right way
For vaginal washing correctly. You only need warm (lukewarm) water. You can also use feminine cleansers containing povidone-iodine. Clean only the outside of the vagina. After that, dry it by gently patting the vaginal area, not rubbing it.
Don't forget to wear panties that are quite cool and absorb sweat. Replace immediately if the underwear is too moist because of excessive sweat or vaginal fluid.
4. Avoid the following things that actually can actually make the vagina smell fishy
Remember, the normal vaginal smell is typical, which is a little sour. You don't need to use a variety of products to make your vagina smell like flowers or fruits. Because, your vagina is a sensitive area that is not resistant to foreign chemicals.
The methods below are not recommended and can cause bacterial, fungal, or yeast infections that can make the vagina smell bad or rancid.
- Wash the inside of the vagina (vaginal douching, hundred or gurah vagina)
- Spray perfume into the groin or vaginal area
- Sprinkle powder around the vagina
