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 ...

The belly button area is dark and moist and therefore becomes a breeding area for bacteria and yeast. Here's how to clean your belly button the right way.

Here, dermatologists answer what belly button lint actually is, how to keep it in check, and why you should care. Okay, what exactly is belly button lint, and why do I get it?