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1. Warm water + mild soap (external only)
Recipe:
Plain warm water
Unscented, gentle soap (optional)
👉 Wash only the vulva, never inside. The vagina cleans itself.
2. Probiotic support (from food)
Helps restore good bacteria.
Eat more of:
Plain yogurt (unsweetened)
Kefir
Sauerkraut
Kimchi
(Or oral probiotics labeled for women’s health.)
3. Breathable underwear reset
Recipe:
100% cotton underwear
Loose pants or skirts for a few days
Sleep without underwear if comfy
This lets moisture + odor-causing bacteria calm down.
4. Apple cider vinegar bath (occasional)
Recipe:
1–2 cups ACV
Warm bath water
Soak 15–20 minutes
⚠️ Do not douche or apply directly inside.
5. Hydration + diet check
Recipe:
More water
Less sugar (yeast LOVES sugar)
🚫 Avoid these (they make odor worse)
Douching
Scented wipes, sprays, soaps
Vaginal “deodorants”
Putting garlic, lemon, or herbs inside (popular online, bad idea)
When to see a doctor
Please don’t “DIY” if you notice:
Strong fishy smell
Gray, green, or chunky discharge
Itching, burning, or pain
Those usually need simple medication, not home fixes.
If you want, tell me:
Is the smell fishy, sour, or just sweaty?
Any itching or unusual discharge?
I can tailor advice way more precisely
