There’s no need to actively try to make your belly button completely bacteria-free. However, if you notice you’re getting acne bumps, folliculitis, or your belly button is itchy or smelly, that may be ...

Ever wonder why your belly button smells, um, unpleasant? Dermatologists weigh in on the culprits behind the stink.

The most common genus in umbilical dirt is Corynebacterium, a generally harmless microbe that’s abundant in other moister areas of the body such as inside the nose and armpits.

The latest health trend doing the rounds on social media involves pouring castor oil in your belly button.

Ask a Doctor What’s that stuff in your bellybutton? Science has the answer. Hairy bellies have more lint and other findings from the research on our navels ...

Does putting castor oil in your belly button have any health benefits? Experts explain the viral TikTok naval pulling trend, including potential side effects.