How to Get Rid of Sweaty Vaginal Odor / Feminine Odor

Vaginal odor comes in many different forms, but fall into 2 categories: internal vaginal odor and external feminine odor. Typically internal vaginal odor must be treated by a physician, while external feminine odor can be managed at home.

Let’s examine the different feminine odors, their causes, and what you can do to get rid of them and enjoy fresh vagina smell!

Recommended Vaginal Odor Product: KushaeNatural Feminine Deodorant Hygiene Spray

Causes of vaginal or feminine odors

Internal vaginal odors are the most concerning, as they typically require a physician’s diagnosis and treatment. If you are experiencing a fishy odor, chances are this could be a bacterial infection caused by a pH imbalance or a sexually transmitted disease. As you should not try to wash or douche the internal canal of your vagina, you should see your doctor immediately if you are experiencing this type of odor to understand what is truly going on and what course of treatment is right for you.

So, what if the odor is NOT coming from the inside? Here are some questions you can ask yourself to determine if the odor you are experiencing is external in nature. If it is external, chances are it is caused by sweat and there are many ways you can get rid of this vaginal odor on your own. NOTE: The external vagina is actually called the vulva!

Question 1: Do you perspire “down there” whether you’re active or not?

Question 2: Do you smell a sweaty vaginal odor after exercise?

Question 3: Do you feel sweaty and smelly after sitting for a long period of time?

Question 4: Do you live in a warm/hot climate?

Question 5: Have your underwear ever been so “musty” that you wanted to change them in the middle of the day?

Question 6: Have you ever been embarrassed to use the bathroom first and have someone follow after you because you felt you would leave the “musty” smell behind?

Question 7: Have you ever been afraid of changing clothes in front of others because your crotch smelled too strong?

If you answered “Yes” to 2 or more of the questions above, the vaginal odor you may be suffering from could easily be odor from sweat. The good news is we have tips for how to get rid of feminine odor for good! But first, let’s figure out what causes the external vaginal odor in the first place.

Every person has good bacteria that live on the surface of their skin. Their job is to prevent other harmful bacteria from attacking or penetrating our skin (cool, huh?). But, like all living things, bacteria like to eat. When your vulva (external vagina where hair grows) sweats, the bacteria have a good ole time eating the sweat. As they gobble up a sweat, and the oils from your skin, they begin to multiply and get rid of waste. Just like all other living things that eat, bacteria give off gaseous waste (basically a fart) and that gaseous waste is the odor that you smell or your vaginal odor. About 50% of women have bacteria “down there” that multiply and “fart” at a more rapid rate that they experience the vaginal odor, while other women may not. The good news is that those bodies that perspire are actually helping the body remove toxins, but the smell that comes with it is oftentimes embarrassing and certainly not welcome.

Tip #1: Use a pH balanced feminine wash like Kushae 2n1 Gentle Foaming Wash

In order to tackle the problem of vaginal odor caused by sweat, you should first be sure you aren’t using any products “down there” that could be causing irritation to your vagina, or throwing off your pH balance, which could both lead to odors caused by sweat. Use a feminine wash that is pH balanced, like Kushae, to help “reset” your pH balance everyday and “prep” your external vaginal skin for a deodorant solution.

Tip #2: Use a Feminine deodorant spray like Kushae Feminine Deodorant Spray

We love the Kushae Feminine Deodorant Spray for vaginal odors caused by sweat! It is one of a kind and totally gets rid of the musty vaginal odor! With its patent pending formula of all-natural ingredients, this spray neutralizes the bacteria and prevents them from causing vaginal odors in the first place. It is amazing! The Kushae spray is made with no fragrances or heavy perfume, so the result you get has nothing to do with covering yourself in perfumes, but truly getting to the root of the problem…now that’s a solution for vaginal odor we can all live by! Say goodbye to embarrassment and start wearing dresses again!

Here's to vaginal freshness, ladies!!

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