Things women secretly do (but never admit to)

All women do things in private that no one else knows about, and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. But some of these behaviors are kept secret because women are mostly embarrassed to admit to them, and also because they're not considered to be 'ladylike' in some cultures. In this gallery, we delve into the world of female behavior and bring you a list of things that most women secretly do, but never admit to. Click on for the scoop!

Fart

Yes, women fart, even if many don’t admit to it. They may not fart as much as men do, but they do fart nonetheless, of course.

Cyberstalk

First, let’s clarify that we mean the legal type of "stalking," e.g. looking up an ex or that cute guy from the office.

Don’t wash their bras often enough

Most bras are delicate to wash, some requiring handwashing. Not washing them regularly, however, is not great for their longevity, or indeed women’s hygiene.

Don’t wash their hair daily

Most men wash their hair when they shower. Some women, however, don’t. This is not a matter of poor hygiene, and it’s actually good for the hair, as it won’t strip it of much-needed natural oils.

Look in the mirror…and feel fat

We all know how a lot of women struggle with body image and how much pressure there is for them to look the 'right size.' But according to a study, body dysmorphia is real, even among women with a supposedly healthy weight.

Pee in the shower

To be fair, both men and women do it. Though peeing while standing can actually affect pelvic floor function in women.

Use toilet paper as makeshift sanitary pad

Desperate times call for desperate measures, and sometimes that comes in the form of what’s available at hand when a woman’s period unexpectedly appears. This is usually toilet paper.

This can lead to irritation and even bacteria developing. So bottom line is: always carry a spare tampon or pad in your bag.

Eat snacks…hidden

Another reason is to not share the snacks with their kids and/or partner. In fact, two-thirds of American moms who participated in a poll confessed to this.

Smell their partner's clothes

Research has shown that doing this can actually reduce stress in women. Or as one study put it, “Perceived stress was reduced in women who were exposed to their partner’s scent.”

Pick their noses

Digging for gold is more common among teenagers, but adults do it, too. It's not, however, good for your health, as it can increase the chances of contracting a bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus.

Poop more during menstruation

"Prostaglandins signal the uterus to contract to push out the uterine lining, but it's likely that some non-conformist prostaglandins head over to the bowels and make them contract too,” explains Anna Rothschild, host of PBS' ‘Gross Science.’

Pluck rogue hair

The tweezer is a must-have tool in any woman’s beauty arsenal. Many of them, in fact, use them to pluck rogue facial hair that appears in areas like the chin.

Bite their nails

Nail biting is not a healthy or indeed sanitary habit, but many women do it. And not only is it bad news for the nails and jaw, it is also a way to be exposed to germs.