8 Vagina Facts Everyone Should Know

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The Clitoris Is Actually Bigger Than You Think

Most of the clitoris isn't visible externally. The entire clit can reach up to five inches in some women — roughly the size of the average penis.

Did You Know The Outer Labia Are Basically A Scrotum?

Female and male anatomy are more similar than different — most of the vulva has an analogous counterpart in male genitals. Outer lips are there for protection, just like the scrotum protects the testes.

The Vaginal Canal Is Not Some Endless Tunnel

When the vagina is not sexually aroused, the walls lie flush against one another. The canal is short, about 3 to 4 inches in length. But when aroused, the canal can expand to nearly 6 or 7 inches.

The Clitoris Has Almost 8,000 Nerve Endings

While somewhat contested, many experts believe that the clitoris has more concentrated, touch-sensitive nerves than anywhere else on the human body.

Chances Are, You Require Clitoral Stimulation To Have An Orgasm

Studies have shown that only 25% of women can have an orgasm through intercourse alone. And this widely cited stat neglects to take into account the women who stimulated their external clitoris during intercourse.

You Never, Ever Clean A Vagina

The vagina is a miraculous wonder that takes care of itself. It expels toxins and bacteria all on its own, and even mild soap can cause irritation and infection. Just don't mess with it!

Everyone Has The Parts To Squirt, But Not Everyone Does

Every female body contains the Skene's Gland. It’s located near the urethral sponge (the area where the G-spot lives). When stimulated, the Skene's Gland has the ability to expel an alkaline fluid. It might contain some urine, since it is so close to the urethral sponge, but it is NOT pee.

Vaginas Do Not Get “Loose”

This is a wild myth designed to keep women chaste. The vagina is a muscle, and a strong one at that. No amount of sexual activity is going to make a vagina “looser.” Do your Kegels for a strong pelvic floor and get on with your bad self.

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