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Why Use Organic Tampons?

Wxmen and people with periods have more choices now than ever when it comes to monthly hygiene. From organic period products to cloth pads to menstrual cups, you can select the items that work best for your lifestyle. If you're considering one of the most popular choices, natural tampons, here's what you need to know about the benefits of going organic.

Arguments in Favor of Organic Tampons

Using organic tampons protects your body from the potentially harmful chemicals in the combination of bleached cotton and rayon that makes up your typical drugstore tampon. The natural version of this product is also fragrance-free, so it's less likely to cause irritation to your most sensitive skin! Organic cotton is breathable and reduces your risk of bacterial and fungal infections. For example, many people with periods report fewer yeast infections after switching to natural tampons. Bacterial infections linked to tampon use can lead to a life-threatening complication called toxic shock syndrome.

Many also find organic tampons more comfortable to wear than the standard drugstore variety. They combine an absorbent core with a soft cotton exterior to keep you clean, dry and active. As with regular tampons, you can choose the right amount of absorbency for your monthly flow.

Organic Tampon Health Benefits

When tampons are made from natural cotton, they're free of the toxins that are often present in their conventional cousins. These chemicals, including but not limited to bleaches, herbicides and pesticides, can enter the body through the absorbent tissue of the vagina and affect its organs and systems. Some scientists have associated exposure to toxins in tampons with an increased risk for cancer and reproductive issues such as infertility. Organic cotton is breathable and reduces your risk of bacterial and fungal infections caused by moisture and germs that become trapped in the area.

Save the Environment With Organic Tampons

Because organic tampons are made from 100% cotton, they biodegrade within just a year or two. In contrast, standard tampons can remain in a landfill for up to 800 years! Organic period products can also be composted. This prevents the oceans, rivers and lakes from becoming overcome with the plastic content in regular tampons and pads. Organic cotton is farmed using a sustainable process, decreasing water and energy use associated with manufacturing standard tampons. We care about what’s going in your body (literally) just as much as the environment. 

Will I See a Difference if I Make the Switch to Organic Tampons?

Many wxmen who have endometriosis report fewer symptoms, shorter periods and less intense cramps when they use organic tampons compared to regular tampons. All tampons are classified as medical devices by the Food and Drug Administration, which means they must go through stringent testing to make sure they are safe. However, some wxmen do notice a significant difference when switching from regular to organic tampons. Others may not experience a pronounced change. More research is needed to determine whether the chemicals in bleached cotton tampons are clinically linked to health risks.

Protect The Skin You're in

If you want to make a healthy choice for your reproductive system, your body and the environment, give organic tampons a try! People with periods who have struggled to use regular tampons comfortably because of irritation and cramps have found success with the all natural tampons. Get ready to have a great month with a period routine that's all your own. It’s about time!