Sustainable Menstrual Products
Did you know an average of 11,000 sanitary products are used in a lifetime, costing around £5,000?
Sanitary products are an essential item for many and there is now an ever-growing variety of sustainable and reusable options that can help you reduce your sanitary waste and save money.
Traditional disposable sanitary products such as tampons and pads contain a surprising amount of plastic, with 1 pack of sanitary pads having as much as 5 plastic bags (Natracare, 2019). This plastic combined with their single-use design means traditional disposable options have some significant downsides for our bodies and the environment!
Reusable products may be more expensive initially, but they will last for many uses making them cheaper in the long run. The longer the lifespan of your reusable product, the less waste you will create and the more money you will save!
Have a read below to find out about the different reusable options available:
This guide is designed to be an introduction to reusable options available: always follow manufacturer instructions for your products.
