How to wash your vulva

Washing your vulva, on the other hand, is another matter altogether. It’s a very good idea to wash your vulva to maintain proper hygiene.

Wash your vulva with warm water. Use plain, unperfumed soaps to wash the area around the vagina gently every day.

Spread your lips apart and gently clean around the folds with a clean washcloth or your hands. Remember to avoid getting water or soap inside your vagina.

Let the area dry naturally or pat it dry with a towel.

Remember to also wash the area between your vulva and your anus every day. Wash front to back, from your vulva to your anus, as this prevents bacteria from spreading from your anus to your vagina.

What is the best feminine wash to clean your vulva?

The truth is, the best feminine wash to clean your vulva is no feminine wash at all. The best options are water and (maybe) mild soap.

However, there are products you can use to moisturize or freshen up between showers. But be careful before you buy. It’s important to minimize ingredients such as scents, which can cause dryness or upset the natural pH of the vagina. Since your vulva is so close to your vagina, it’s possible some of it may get inside. Besides, it’s not necessary to cover up your vagina’s natural smell with perfumes.