Tag: organic cotton tampons
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Toxic Glyphosate Found in Tampons Exceeds Drinking Water Limits
Toxic pesticide levels have been discovered in tampons at levels exceeding the legal limit for drinking water. A report by the Pesticide Action Network UK (Pan UK), the Women’s Environmental Network, and the Pesticide Collaboration revealed that traces of glyphosate, a pesticide linked to cancer, were found at significantly high levels in menstrual products. This…
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Rural Women Grapple with Period Poverty, Hygiene Compromises
Period poverty remains a harsh reality for many rural women, who opt for cloth over pads, compromising hygiene and risking infections. In villages near Nagpur like Kavdas, Patansawangi, and Khaparkheda, women silently endure the use of old cloth for menstruation, even if free sanitary pads are available. Hesitant to switch despite facing rashes and allergies,…
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Natracare: Revolutionizing Menstrual Care with Sustainable Practices
Susie Hewson, a pioneer in the feminine hygiene industry, embarked on a mission over three decades ago to revolutionize menstrual care. In a world inundated with plastic and toxic-laden period products, Hewson’s vision gave birth to Natracare in 1989. Fueled by a documentary highlighting the environmental impact of conventional products, Hewson set out to raise…
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Feminine Hygiene Market Growth Fueled by Sustainability Trends
The global feminine hygiene products market is on a trajectory of steady growth from 2025 to 2035. Factors such as heightened awareness about menstrual health, increasing disposable incomes, and the emergence of sustainable hygiene solutions are propelling this growth. The market is estimated to be worth USD 38,868.3 million in 2025, with a projected value…
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NSW Schools Provide Free Menstrual Hygiene Products, Boosting Participation
The NSW Government’s Department of Education has implemented a program to provide free menstrual hygiene products in schools. This initiative aims to remove barriers that hinder students from fully participating in school activities, ensuring they can benefit from their education. The availability of sanitary hygiene products at no cost to schools or students addresses period…