You’re an adult. It’s time to wash your junk like one.
Last week, we published a pretty extensive set of instructions for cleaning your vagina. And in awesome BuzzFeed commenter fashion, many of you requested a penis-cleaning version. Well, ask and you shall receive…
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Now, let's talk about soap.
If you notice a smell down there or you feel the need to get fresher after a workout or having sex, you should soap up the area. Just make sure to create a lather in your hands to wash your penis (rather than putting soap directly on it).
But don't overdo it: Your skin down there is delicate, and overwashing it with your usual soap can be irritating. This is especially true if you're uncircumcised, since that means you have a mucus membrane on the head of your penis that’s extra sensitive, says Paduch. Soaping up every other day or twice a week should be fine for most guys, he says.
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