Always Wash New Underwear Before Wearing And 9 Other Ways To Prevent Vaginal Infections
Avoid scented anything
Even though we want to feel as fresh as possible down south during our periods (and always), it’s rather counterintuitive that a number of feminine hygiene products are scented. Perfumes can be rough on that delicate area, disrupting the pH balance and leaving you with an odor problem that goes beyond a little period blood. So stick to unscented pads and tampons, be sure to change them out every four to six hours, and clean the area with gentle wipes between changes to stay fresh. Also, beware of scented toilet paper. Often we buy it without realizing it’s scented, but toilet paper with a particular odor can be tough on your vagina. It’s also a slightly silly product – it’s going down the toilet the moment after you use it so why does it need to be scented?