Question 1

Are you supposed to wash your vagina?

Accepted Answer

Vaginas themselves are actually self-cleaning. The natural discharge of a healthy vagina helps keep it moisturized, clean from foreign bacteria, and at the optimal pH. However, you do want to wash the skin around your vagina—the labia and vulva. This helps to keep dirt and bacteria out and maintain the health of this sensitive skin.

Question 2

Vagisil vs. Balancing Wash?

Accepted Answer

Vagisil washes often contain scents that may irritate delicate genital skin, or those who are sensitive to artificial fragrances. Our Balancing Wash is formulated by our medical team to be as non-irritating as possible, while including body-friendly ingredients to keep dirt and bacteria from crashing the party.

Question 3

Do vaginas have a smell?

Accepted Answer

Yes, vaginas do smell like vaginas, but the odor shouldn’t be strong or unpleasant. If you do find you are experiencing unusual odor or unusual discharge, you may be dealing with **[bacterial vaginosis](/shop/bacterial-vaginosis)** or another vaginal infection. Always talk to a doctor about changes or strange symptoms—they could be a sign that something’s wrong. You can always confidentially message a wisp provider through **[wispcare](/shop/wisp-care)** to ask questions about symptoms you’re experiencing, or order BV treatment for delivery or same-day pick-up!

Question 4

Why should I use Balancing Wash?

Accepted Answer

Balancing Wash was formulated with Wisp's medical team to include natural ingredients that act as moisturizers, antiseptics, and anti-inflammatories to keep the skin in your most delicate areas happy and healthy. If you're prone to vaginal infections, incorporating Balancing Wash into your routine may help maintain your vaginal health. Plus, we're big fans of its mild lavender scent :)

pH Balancing Feminine Wash

pH Balancing Feminine Wash