The Power of
Organic Periods Periods can be difficult but conventional period products can make it worse. With aggravating fragrances, toxic pesticides and constant discomfort. it’s no wonder women are choosing to go organic. It may be a taboo subject but every woman experiences it so why don’t we talk about it more? ‘That time of the month’ is one every women dreads but many aren’t aware of the dangers that can arise from the products they are using. Most women simply head to their local supermarket or beauty store to pick up the cheapest products they can find. However, these products are actually filling your body with nasty chemicals and fibres. Toxic shock syndrome is one every woman wants to avoid but by using conventional period products it can actually increase your risk. According to the Hospital Episode Statistics during 2017/18 there were 74 admissions to hospital (in England) due to toxic shock syndrome. It may not be common but it can be deadly if not taken seriously. However, to help combat this one brand launched a whole range of organic natural period products. Founded in 2016 and recently launched in Tesco, TOTM is all about helping women understand their bodies and manage their periods and menstrual health better. Alex Patience - Social, Comms and Content Executive at TOTM spoke about the importance of using more natural organic products and how they
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differ from conventional ones. “Conventional tampons have been found to contain non-organic cotton and rayon. Non-organic cotton is farmed using toxic pesticides and insecticides (in fact, it’s the most heavily sprayed crop on the planet). Rayon is a manmade material that has been used since the 1930’s. Produced from cellulose, which is a compound extracted from wood pulp. It’s not just tampons! Conventional pads have been found to contain around 90% plastic. When heavily used in period care, plastics can trap heat and bacteria which can lead to infection, irritation and general discomfort. Not to mention, the impact this amount of plastic has on the environment. In addition to these core ingredients, both conventional tampons and pads have been found to contain fragrance/perfumes, deodorants, dyes and chlorine bleach. Fragrance is renowned for being an irritant. When it comes into contact with your skin it can cause irritation, itching and soreness. Our tampons, pads and liners are all made with GOTS certified organic cotton. They do not contain fragrance/perfumes, dyes, rayon, wood pulp or chlorine bleach. We use materials such as organic cotton because it’s farmed without the use of harmful pesticides and