The last thing you want to worry about while on your menstrual cycle is that awful odor coming from down under. You feel unclean, insecure, and simply awful. You get cramps, you bloat, you crave, and you're moody. Do you really need to add to that issue? Here's a simple step for a clean, fresh feeling while you're on your period.
Step 1
Drink plenty of water. It cleans the system, and naturally detoxifies the body.
Step 2
Try alternative menstrual products. Menstrual odor is due to bacteria. Menstrual blood just by itself does not smell offensive. Cloth menstrual pads have more breathability so there is less heat for bacteria to grow. Menstrual cups ensure menstrual fluid is not exposed to the air outside of the vagina.
Step 3
Carry a pack of wet wipes and baby wipes. Use it to clean yourself when out of the house. Wet wipes and baby wipes sometimes contain some sort of antibacterial. Menstrual odor is only due to bacteria. However, using too many antibacterial products or wipes containing glycerin can cause vaginal thrush (yeast infection) and irritate the vulva. Never flush your wipes down the toilet as they can clog toilet and sewage systems.
Step 4
Carry your favorite body spray and give your self some spritz after a visit to the bathroom.
Step 5
Use scented pads or tampons. But be careful: the scented or perfumed products may contain chemicals that are harmful to your body and cause cancer.
Step 6
Carry an extra pair of undies. You never know when the next time you'll be able to use the bathroom again.
Step 7
Shower. Lather with your favorite body wash before going anywhere. Watch out though- washing your vulva too often can cause vaginal dryness, irritation and thrush (yeast infection).
Step 8
Be Confident. Your friends and co-workers can't smell you.
Tips
- Always clean after urinating and after changing your pad or tampon.
- Keep a clean pair of undies wherever you go.
- Carry your body spray. Feel free to spray the stall you were last in. You don't want to leave a trace of your scent there for then next person.
Warnings
- Don't forget to change your pad, menstrual cup or tampon. Don't wait for it to get full either. It helps to change as often as possible.
- If you're using a menstrual cup and have noticed your menstrual blood smelling offensive, you may have an infection and it would be best to consult a physician.
Things You'll Need
- Body spray
- Baby wipes or wet wipes
- Water
- Pads, a menstrual cup or tampons
