A healthy vagina’s typical scent may best be described as “musky” or “fleshy. A woman's vagina is naturally filled with bacteria but when there is an overgrowth, the condition is called bacterial vaginosis and causes a “fishy” odor . What should vagina smell like? Vagina has 7 types of different smells. See below chart to understand what vaginal ordors are good what need to be treated. How do you get rid of a smelly VAGINA? Change your underwear and maintain good personal hygiene Clean the outside of your vagina regularly with a washcloth and mild soap. Cleansing will wash away dead skin, sweat, and dirt. But don’t use perfumed soaps or body washes. If you normally wear satin, silk, or polyester panties, make the switch to 100 percent cotton. Cotton is breathable and does an excellent job wicking away sweat and fluids from your body. Excess moisture can upset your natural bacteria levels. U...