Vabbing, a social media trend that has gained attention over the past few years, particularly on platforms like TikTok, where users openly discuss dabbing vaginal fluids onto pulse points such as the wrists, neck, or behind the ears. The practice is presented as a natural alternative to perfume, with proponents claiming it can increase attraction and draw in potential partners.

The idea behind vabbing is rooted in the concept of pheromones. In the animal kingdom, many species release chemical signals to communicate readiness to mate or to attract partners. These pheromones play an imperative biological role in reproduction for animals, influencing behaviour and mate selection. Supporters of vabbing argue that humans also produce pheromones and that applying vaginal fluids to pulse points helps amplify these natural signals.

However, scientific evidence supporting this claim in humans is limited. While researchers acknowledge that the human body does produce chemical compounds that may influence social or sexual behaviour, there is no conclusive proof that these function in the same way as animal pheromones.

Many people who practise vabbing describe it as a confidence booster rather than a guaranteed attraction method. Some users report feeling more self-assured or empowered when trying the trend, which may influence how they present themselves socially. Experts note that this confidence effect could explain perceived success, rather than any chemical or biological factors.

Medical experts warn that transferring vaginal fluids to other parts of the body, particularly without proper hygiene, can increase the risk of spreading bacteria and viruses. This risk may be heightened if vabbing is done in public settings or without handwashing. Vaginal fluid can contain bacteria that are harmless internally but may cause irritation or infection when introduced to other areas of the body.

As with many viral social media trends, vabbing has once again sparked debate online, raising questions about where curiosity ends and risk begins. Doctors continue to advise against the practice, pointing out that there are far safer ways to build confidence and explore attraction. While the trend feeds into wider conversations around natural sexuality, it also underscores a familiar issue in the digital age: the growing disconnect between attention-grabbing online claims and medical advice grounded in science.