Tea Tree Oil
Fishy odor can be caused by vaginal infections, which are common among women. Further, the unpleasant smell can be due to harmful soaps, active sexual life, contraception, douching, bacterial growth, high sugar intake, and unbalanced pH levels.
Australian Aborigines were the first to use tea tree oil as herbal medicine and germ killer (antiseptic). Tea tree oil has strong antifungal and antiseptic properties that effectively remove bacteria that cause discomfort and vaginal odor. Moreover, it contains powerful antimicrobial, antibacterial, and cleansing properties that make tea tree oil a viable home remedy for the fishy smell and overall health of the vagina and the surrounding area.
However, tea tree oil is potent and can cause skin irritation. Thus, herbalists caution against using pure tea tree oil. Instead, it should always be diluted or mixed with another substance to temper its potency.
To use tea tree oil to remove fishy odor in the groin area, you can combine a few drops of the essential oil with water and witch hazel. Then, wet a cotton pad with the solution and apply it to your vaginal area daily.
