Biodegradable Tampons And Pads
Goodbye Plastic, Hello Healthy Menstrual Cycles!
Attention everyone with a uterus: the future of menstrual cycles is here, and it's looking green! Thanks to biodegradable tampons and pads, we can now say "tata" to plastic waste and "hello" to a more eco-friendly period.
Not only are these plastic free period products better for the environment, but they're also safer for our bodies - no more worrying about harmful chemicals or discomfort. So, let's ditch the plastic and embrace the biodegradable revolution. Your body and Mother Earth will thank you for it.
Make A Difference
Let's chat about the not-so-glamorous side of feminine hygiene products. Did you know that globally, these products are contributing big time to pollution? Yes, you read that correctly – our beloved tampons and pads are leaving their mark on the environment. With our knowledge today about plastic pollution, makes plastic free period products a complete no brainer.
The materials used in traditional disposable feminine hygiene products take hundreds of years to decompose, not to mention the packaging they come in. But don't panic just yet, there are eco-friendly alternatives to be sure.
Actually, , "traditional" was reusable cloth pads, and before that, moss, or some other absorbent plant material. Yep, good old moss, ladies, we've all heard the stories. Even in addition to cloth, before cloth became cheap, somewhere in the mid 1800s. Before that, you can bet menstrual rags were washed and used many times. Likely these reusable pads were passed down for generations before finally wearing out. Cloth was just too costly, back in the day. So, let's make our periods less of a burden on the planet, because let's face it – Mother Nature has enough on her plate already.
What A Drag
Periods are a drag, let's be honest. But the good news is that the products we use to manage our monthly flow don't have to be a drag on the environment anymore! In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of the eco-friendly period products available today that are completely biodegradable plus free from plastic inserters.
Our monthly visitor. It's a gift from mother nature that we can't exactly return, but we can definitely make it more eco-friendly. Biodegradable tampons are the perfect swap for those pesky plastic ones that refuse to break down. No need to worry about harmful toxins and chemicals polluting the environment- these babies are made from natural materials that can decompose. So, let's all do our part and have a plastic-free, guilt-free period!
Zero Plastic Tampons!
Meet Cora organic tampons and Oi applicator free organic. There's also Veeda 100% natural cotton applicator free and Natracare organic cotton with a cardboard applicator design. All plastic free and chlorine free. New to Amazon are Tampon Tribe, PeeSafe and Viv. That's plenty of options!
A Monthly Difference
These products are made from all-natural materials that are more sustainable than traditional tampon manufacturing. Plus, they're designed with your health and comfort in mind so you can feel good about using them every month.
Yes, periods can be a drag, but they don't have to drag on the planet any longer. Biodegradable tampons are here to save the day! Not only are they eco-friendly, but they're also plastic-free. Meaning less plastic waste in our environment and less crinkling sound in the office bathroom. It's time to ditch the traditional tam.
Periods And The Planet
Let's talk about a topic that really ahem stinks - plastic pollution caused by feminine hygiene products. It's not a glamorous subject, but it's a necessary one. You might not even realize the environmental impact of your go-to tampon or pad. But the truth is, these products are major contributors to pollution worldwide.
It's estimated that nearly 20 billion pads, tampons, and applicators end up in North American landfills every year. That's enough to make your eyes water - and not just because of the smell. So, what can we do?
Embrace The Impact
Globally, 12 billion pads and 7 billion tampons end up in landfills and waterways worldwide? That's enough to fill the Grand Canyon! And while we can't blame Mother Nature for being moody, she doesn't deserve the environmental consequences of our periods. Let's think outside of the box (or should I say, the pad) and consider more eco-friendly options. It's time to give our planet and our periods the care they deserve.
You might not even realize the environmental impact of your go-to tampon or pad. But the truth is, these products are major contributors to pollution worldwide. So let's all embrace better period products. Why not? They don't cost any more.
We can consider reusable options like menstrual cups or period underwear. (period pants, yep, they're a thing) Kinda like the olden days, but if you're not ready to go that route, opt for eco-friendly disposable brands instead.. A little bit of effort can go a long way in reducing the environmental impact of our monthly cycles.
Sometimes...Just Bleed Freely Girls!
Sometimes it's good to just let it flow freely—literally! Some cultures, back in the day, had women sequestered together all in one place during their monthly. The Menstrual Hut, if you will. Got to wonder if that wasn't an invention of the women themselves. Some place to go, just bleed, and not be bothered. Do ya think?
Well, we can at least bleed on plants again, thanks to superior period products today. That's why Flo makes organic bamboo period pads for women, winged for heavy flow days. For lighter flow days... Top, a European and Mom Created company makes an ultra thin panty liner.
Girls, sometimes it's just good to embrace the power of bleeding freely with biodegradable plastic-free menstrual pads! Not only are these pads environmentally friendly, but they also promote healthy blood flow. But say goodbye to traditional plastic pads and hello to a more natural and liberating option.
Time to let your body do its thing without any harmful or toxic chemicals, getting in the way. Go ahead and embrace your inner goddess while also doing your part for the planet. Trust us, your body and the earth will thank you.
We can break free from the chains of commercial disposable menstrual products today. Biodegradable, plastic-free menstrual pads are the way to go. Not only are they environmentally friendly, but bleeding freely has never been healthier. Ditch the uncomfortable plastic and embrace the liberation of natural materials. It's a lot like returning to the Moss of yesteryear, isn't it? Yep, we women have been bleeding on plant material since, well, since Eve, I guess :) So, let's make a pact to not only take care of ourselves during our periods, but take care of our planet too. Bleed happy, girls!
It's a win-win situation: your body and the planet will thank you! Plus, did you know that allowing yourself to bleed freely can be healthier? Menstrual pads made with traditional plastic materials can often trap in moisture and increase the risk of infections. So, let's embrace our natural rhythm and make a positive impact on the world every month!
What Do We Do With The Waste?
Fab makes great little sanitary disposal bags that are entirely biodegradable. You can bury them in your garden, along with the rest of your biodegradable feminine hygiene products. Don't have a garden? Get inventive, fertilize something. Imagine all that blood, rich with iron. At the very least it will add fertilizer to the landfill, absent of plastic micro particles.
Plastic Free Periods
Definitely superior period products available for us on the planet these days. No need to ever feel guilty about generating waste during that time of the month. Just time to switch to biodegradable plastic-free menstrual pads and stuff, bleed away freely, and give it all back to the earth, like we've done for Millenia.
The soft natural material composition of your now plastic free periods ensures maximum comfort while still providing maximum protection against leaks. Bleeding in a free manor is healthy, whenever possible. And because they're made from natural fiber, you can rest assured knowing that these pads won't harm the environment when disposed of properly.
Sure, periods can be a drag, but done are the days that it has to be a drag for the environment! With eco-friendly, sustainable period products, like Cora., Oi Organic, Veeda, Natracare, Pee Safe, Vi, Flo, Top and Fab...
Better Choices For Ourselves And Our World
There are better choices available to us when it comes to managing our monthly flow. We're moving back to bleeding on plants again, as it should be. High time we have plastic free periods once more. Not only do these products keep us comfortable and protected during our cycle; they also help reduce our carbon footprint by being completely biodegradable with no plastic inserters or waste associated with them. So what are you waiting for? Make the switch today!
FAQs
Aren't all tampons and pads biodegradable?
The truth is no. Conventional, regular tampons rely heavily on plastic. Harmful chemicals involved both in production and decomposition. Beached cotton, rayon and wood pulp, plus plastic, leach chlorines, glycophates, dioxins and other toxins into the environment, as well as our bodies.
Do feminine hygiene products really amount to that much non biodegradable waste?
In the United States alone, women roughly menstruate 2280 days in her lifetime, which amounts to approximately 11000 pads or tampons, in just within a 6 year estimate by one study. The use of conventional feminine hygiene not only impacts the environment, but dioxins and glycophates, in particular, have been linked to cancer and reproductive issues.
What is TSS?
Toxic Shock Syndrome is a condition that spiked in the 1980s and resulted in ultra high absorbancy tampons being pulled from the market. The length of use of a single tampon allowed the bacteria responsible for TSS to accumulate in dangerous, sometimes fatal levels. Our bodies are designed to naturally flush this bacteria. So bleed freely, girls!...whenever possible.
For more information:
https://wasserdreinull.de/en/knowledge/microplastics/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwiZqhBhCJARIsACHHEH-c1mOqAQNYa2gN1W4Ht_CyLL1jnRmWunrOfN5H43EQmkhBOWNSm6waAgSJEALw_wcB
https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/are-tampons-biodegradable.php