Guide to deodorizing the vagina for men and women

Vaginal odor is a common phenomenon in women, especially women who have had sex. You need to pay attention to clean hygiene, combined with appropriate clothing and diet. In addition, some folk methods can also help reduce vaginal odor.

Deodorizing the vagina can be done simply by maintaining a clean genital hygiene routine. Change underwear often when the intimate area has an odor (may be due to hot weather, exercise, vigorous exercise, ...). Pay attention to choose a suitable cleaning solution, soap, avoid skin irritation and clean the private area immediately after sex.
During menstruation, vaginal odor can become stronger due to the proliferation of bacteria in tampons. To reduce the fishy smell, you can use a menstrual cup or tampon instead of tampons. However, no matter what type you use, you should change it regularly, minimizing the environment for bacteria to grow.

Vaginal odor can be caused by inappropriate clothing. Tight underwear can cause dirt to rub against the vulva and vagina, thereby causing infection, creating an unpleasant vaginal odor.
Advice for you is to choose cotton underwear, good elasticity, do not buy too small size, tight body to limit bacteria accumulation and odor for the private area.

Probiotic bacteria work to help deodorize the vaginal area by enhancing beneficial bacteria to help fight harmful bacteria. In addition, it also helps restore the natural pH of the vagina, limiting the environment for harmful bacteria to grow.
Therefore, you should take a probiotic supplement to prevent vaginal odor and minimize the risk of vaginal infections. Note, you should choose trusted brands.

Vaginal odor that appears after sex can be due to unclean hygiene before and after sex or due to a reaction to the lubricant from the condom. The smelly private area can be eliminated by limiting the purchase of scent-containing gel condoms, and cleaning the private area immediately after sex.

Food can also be the cause of vaginal odor. Foods with a lot of sugar, with specific odors such as onions, coffee, and alcohol, can cause vaginal odor.
To deodorize the intimate area, you should eat fruits such as apples, watermelons, celery, maintain the habit of drinking plenty of water. They all work to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria in the body, including the vaginal area.

Basil leaves with antioxidant components such as eugenol, methyl eugenol and caryophyllene, have effective antibacterial and antiseptic properties that can be used to deodorize the intimate area.
Use basil leaves to deodorize the intimate area by: Wash the leaves, boil a mixture of basil leaves - clean water, wait for the pot of water to cool down, then use it to wash the private area. Use 3 times a week to get rid of unpleasant vaginal odor.

Wormwood has the effect of treating vaginitis in women and odor in the intimate area. Similar to basil leaves, you also prepare a handful of wormwood leaves, washed, dried in the sun for 2 days, then put in a pot with 1 liter of water and then boiled, let it cool down to use for vaginal hygiene. Use time 2-3 times/week. Note, do not douche deeply, do not use for a long time with these 2 folk methods.
Vaginal odor is a common phenomenon in women. This could be a normal sign, or it could be a medical cause. Therefore, when the use of the above measures does not work, patients should go to medical centers for examination and treatment.
With many years of experience in examining and treating gynecological diseases, now the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of Vinmec International General Hospital has become one of the major health care centers, capable of visiting examination, screening and treatment of many specialized diseases. Therefore, if you have signs of gynecological diseases, you can go to Vinmec International General Hospital to examine and receive support and advice from doctors and health experts.