1. Using too much soap in the intimate area
The skin in intimate zones is far more sensitive than the rest of the body, and the vagina maintains its own natural cleaning and bacterial balance.
Using:
heavily perfumed soaps
internal washes
scented wipes too often
…can disrupt that balance, lead to irritation, and actually create odor.
What to do
Wash only the external area with warm water or a mild, fragrance-free cleanser.
Avoid internal douching.
Pat dry gently with a clean towel.
When it comes to intimate care, less is truly more.
2. Reusing the same bath towel too often
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A towel may look clean, but it holds moisture, sweat, and dead skin. In a humid bathroom, that becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and fungus — and all of it transfers back to your skin.
Tips
Use a towel no more than 2–3 times.
Always hang it fully open, never balled up on a hook.
Ventilate the bathroom well.
Wash towels frequently and let them dry completely.
3. Neglecting foot care
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Feet spend hours in socks and closed shoes, trapping sweat, dead cells, and microbes. This leads to odor, itching, and thick patches of skin.
How to care for your feet
Wash them daily with warm water and mild soap, including between toes.
Dry thoroughly, especially between the toes.
Exfoliate weekly with a pumice stone or soft file.
Use antifungal powder if you wear closed shoes often.
Change socks daily and choose breathable materials.
