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Um...why isn't this in the LL?
Mostly I shower on a regular basis and I don't really worry about keeping my underwear clean. That's what they're THERE for. I also make sure I always wear cotton underwear as it allows more breathability. I also shave away most of the hair down there--it hangs on to odor. No, I don't use water along with toilet paper, but if I am at home and feeling a little "unfresh" I have some unscented baby wipes I use.
Having a smell can be natural--however, any strong, odd odor should be investigated by your doctor as it can be the sign of a serious infection. Oddly colored discharge is also a sign of an infection.
The fact is, we're hung up on the idea that having a scent is unnatural--when in fact it's the most natural thing of all. In that scent we're emitting pheramones to attract a mate. Don't get hung up on pantiliners (which can make the problem worse as they DON'T allow for breathability), ESPECIALLY scented ones (which can irritate vaginal tissue). Don't use the feminine odor sprays--again, they're proven irritants. AND WHATEVER YOU DO--DON'T DOUCHE. The vagina is a self-cleaning system. Douching interferes with the normal balance of vaginal flora and can lead to other issues.
If you're that worried about your smell, make sure you wear cotton undies, shave, and use baby wipes instead of toilet paper. Ta-da. Oh, and I recommend baby wipes because they're WAY cheaper than any "feminine" wipe on the market, or even the toilet-paper replacement wipes. Just make sure they're unscented.
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