It is still difficult to know the exact composition of some menstrual products. However, tampons are sometimes associated with toxic shock syndrome. For this reason, it is preferable to choose simple and safer products.
Healthy alternatives
| Natracare Natural Period and Personal Care Tampons, Pads, Liners, Wipe, Maternity, Incontinence |
| Menstrual Cups Mooncup, AngelCup, Cora Cup, Nixit and Pixie Cup |
| Period underwear Knix, ModiBodi, and Dear Kates |
| Biodegradable Pads Natracare and Ohne |
| Washable Pads Aisle |
| Biodegradable Tampons Natracare, Ohne and Albany Mae |
DIY
With the help of a sewing machine and a little patience, you can create a set of washable sanitary napkins.
You can easily find different tutorials on the Internet.
On Little House Living, you will find the different steps to make your own pads.
Avoid the following chemicals in regular products
Deodorants, absorbent activators: irritants
Perfumes: allergens