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Although it is usually the focus of many a man's pride the penis is often very much overlooked when it comes to matters of hygiene. It is important for both personal health and for the sake of your sex life you keep your penis clean. So what do you need to do to ensure your personal cleanliness?

The Head of the Penis

If you are not circumcised then you will need to focus on your foreskin. Without proper washing a white substance called smegma will form. Smegma is formed from dead cells, skin oils and moisture. In addition to this combination are the bacteria that love to live in the warm, moist environment of the foreskin. It can cause irritation if it is not washed away.

To clean properly pull back the foreskin as far as it will go. Use lukewarm water rather than hot and don't be too rough. Also don't forget to wash the whole of the area including the inside of the foreskin.

Although men who are circumcised do not have to contend with a build up of smegma in their foreskin, they have other problems. The lack of a foreskin means that the glans is not protected from everyday dust, sweat and other kinds of substances that can cause irritation.


Some in the medical profession believe that circumcised penises are more vulnerable to types of bacteria that cause infections of the urinary tract because of the lack of protection from the foreskin. So for health reasons alone keeping your circumcised penis clean is a must.


Of course, of great importance is the need to keep clean down there if you're hoping to increase your chances of having sex, especially oral sex. Women in particular are sensitive to unpleasant odors that linger on a less than clean penis head.

Keeping the Base of the Penis Clean


The base of the penis is particularly prone to the build up of sweat which is then trapped by the hair. Left unwashed it soon begins to smell strongly. Wash it frequently to get rid of nasty odors and change your underwear daily.


You can improve your hygiene by shaving or clipping the pubic hair especially during summer. It'll make washing easier if you don't have a big mat of hair to rinse through. And while you're at it don't forget to wash the shaft thoroughly.


Washing Your Testicles

The testicles are extremely good at accumulating sweat and skin oils because of the folds of skin. If you don't wash thoroughly here the natural musky smell of clean testicles will turn into something unpleasant especially on a hot day. Wash each ball carefully and don't rub the delicate skin too hard as this could cause inflammation. And remember to dry the area very thoroughly.

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