| | Don’t Do This (Vagsmart Avoids) | | --- | --- | | Wash the vulva with warm water and mild, unscented soap. | Douche (increases risk of BV, PID, and STIs). | | Wear breathable, cotton underwear. | Use scented tampons, pads, or sprays. | | Wipe front to back (prevents fecal bacteria from entering the vagina). | Insert soap or cleaning products into the vagina. | | Change menstrual products every 4–8 hours. | Ignore persistent odors (fishy odor often indicates bacterial vaginosis). |
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The vagina maintains a naturally acidic pH (3.8–4.5). Disrupting this balance invites infections. vagsmart