How to Keep Your Intimate Area Clean and Infection-Free

Men should clean their private parts in the following ways:

1. Trim, carefully -

• Cut your pubic hair, do this before bathing so that all the dirt gets washed away while bathing.
• If you have a trimmer, set it properly. Trim carefully all around and below for a clean penis.
• If you do not have a trimmer, use sharp scissors.
• Sit in the bathtub for a while to soften the hair. Doing this will make shaving easier.
• Before applying shaving cream, first trim the hair with scissors and then use sharp objects on your private parts.
• Be careful. Just shave your genitals in the same way as you shave your face. Just be a little more careful.
• If you shave after a few days, you may feel itchy. If you still want to do it, then after shaving, use an unscented moisturizing lotion that reduces itching.

2. Cleanse -

• When you take a shower or bath, do not use only soap to wash the part below the torso.
• If you have been circumcised (usually happens in Muslim men), then it is very easy for you to take care of your penis. Wash it directly with soap.
• If nothing has happened, then clean the skin below thoroughly. Ignoring this can lead to the formation of a white artificial substance, which smells strangely, which is called smegma. Although it is harmless, it can be disgusting.
• Clean thoroughly from top to bottom.

3. Rinse thoroughly -

• Many people do not like this white substance.
• But some people enjoy the natural (i.e. clean, not too smelly) substance.
• Wear clean underwear every day.
• Store clean and unused underwear in a cool and dry place.

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1. Trim carefully - Women should clean their private parts as follows:

• If you have long genital hair, trim it first.
• If you have a trimmer, set it to a depth that suits you. Be careful along with hygiene.
• If you do not have a trimmer, use sharp scissors to trim the hair properly.
• If you are going to use a blade, soak yourself in the bathtub first to soften the hair a bit. Doing this will make iteasier for you to clean your hair.
• Some people like shaving genital hair in different shapes and patterns. If you and your partner like this, you can do the same.
• Note that you may feel itchy when you shave after a few days. Use a moisturizing lotion to reduce this discomfort.

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2. Cleanse -

• Wash the pubic area thoroughly every day. Clean the outside of the pubic area with soap.
• Do not use soap in the labia or vagina. Doing so can cause vaginal irritation and infection.

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3. Wash thoroughly -

• Wash the vaginal area thoroughly to get rid of odor and bacteria.
• If you are having periods, change pads or tampons regularly or use a menstrual cup. Also, clean the private area thoroughly after removing them and before changing them.
• Keep your clean and unused panties in a cool and dry place and take good care of them.

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Cleaning the private part is very important for hygiene and health. To keep it clean, it should be washed with lukewarm water daily. Avoid using soaps or perfumed products to clean the private parts, as these can damage the skin and cause infection. Instead, use pH balanced or mild cleansers. Dry the area thoroughly with a dry cloth after cleaning, as moisture can increase the risk of infection. Wear clean and cotton clothes and change undergarments regularly. Proper cleaning keeps the private parts healthy and infection-free.