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Labia: 9 types of vagina shapes, colors, and sizes
Key Takeaways
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The visible, external part of the female genitalia that people often refer to as the "vagina" is actually the vulva, while the inner part is called the vagina
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All vulvas have two parts: labia majora (outer lips) and labia minora (inner lips)
- Every vulva and vagina is unique, varying in size, shape, and color, and each has its own smell and discharge pattern — which is completely normal
To this day, much of female genitalia is still stigmatized and misunderstood. Most people know what a vagina is, but these tucked-away parts of our bodies are so much more complex and unique than most of us realize. For example, did you know that there are two types of labia that are part of the external female genitalia, aka the vulva? Today, we're going to shine the spotlight on the two types of labia and showcase their practicality and uniqueness. So, let's take a look at labia size, shape, and function.
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