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[jenn.livejournal.com]

I know douche-ing is pretty much seen as, like, fire-bombing your vagina, but...sometimes I get that not-so-fresh feeling. And sometimes it annoys the holy hell out of me.

So, say EVERY ONCE IN A BLUE MOON, I want to partake in a bit of douchery, what is an acceptable, uh...mixture to fill up the ol' douche bag with?

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[maidenmorticia.livejournal.com]

I get what you're saying -- i.e. if you can't stop doing it what's the least evil thing you could do, but I'm afraid I can't answer that. But today I did refer someone to this pretty good post in Go Ask Alice on female genital odors and how to look after the girly parts in a good way. Have you tried all of her alternative suggestions?

http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/1024.html

xo M.

[kaserne.livejournal.com]

no idea, buuut your icon is cute as hell! XD

[stripling.livejournal.com]

don't douche it. when i feel not so fresh, i just take a bath.

[jaipur.livejournal.com]

the problem is it depends on what's making you want to clean out. If it's an overgrowth of bacteria and you flush it with a slight vinegary wash, you'll make it worse; but if it's yeast and you flush it with a slight baking soda wash (which would help if it's bacteria), you'll make it worse. That much I do know. I'd vote for straight water, but I'm no MD.

[faetal.livejournal.com]

I'd honestly suggest yogurt, but that might make you feel... goopy.. but its one thing that I certainly would recommend in that area... its soothing and lovely, helps balance everything out.. and is used to treat yeast infections to boot... but like i said it might not be viewed as a "cleansing" option.
though i use unsweetened plain yogurt to wash my face when i'm broken out, etc, and i think it makes a great cleanser.

you might need to water it down with cool water...

[jennifer0246.livejournal.com]

not-so-fresh? what does that mean? if you feel dirty, take a shower :) if you feel like you have weird discharge or abnormal odor, you may have an infection and should see a medical professional.

ordinarily, the vagina needs no care what-so-ever, and the vulva has minimal needs (water and a swoosh with your fingers is about it). the mons or pubic mound could do with some very gentle soap, but it's a pretty low-maintenance area.

[angelkitten13.livejournal.com]

I just use warm water to flush out the area. That's it.

Basically, no muss. No fuss. Definitely better than commercial douches and less hassle.