Tampons are feminine hygiene products that are designed to absorb menstrual fluid. They are made of absorbent materials like cotton, rayon fibers, or a blend of both. Tampons consist of a pledget made of absorbent materials, an overwrap (cover), a removal string, and with or without an applicator. Tampons are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and must be made of cotton, rayon, or a blend of both. Here are some details about tampon ingredients and materials:
Positive:
- Natural cotton is an ideal absorbent fiber that provides the period protection we all need.
- Tampax Pearl has 5 tampon sizes for your period flow needs: Light, Regular, Super, Super Plus, and Ultra absorbencies.
- The cotton and rayon fibers in the tampon core are certified in accordance with the standard 100 by OEKO-TEX, which means they are tested for harmful substances, to ensure they can be used safely.
Negative:
- Restricted materials in the construction of tampons include polyester foam, carboxymethylcellulose (CMC), acrylate modified rayon, etc. due to the reported toxic.
- Tampons can be associated with Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), which is a rare but serious disease that may cause death.
- Some tampons may contain dangerous and restricted chemicals.
Ingredients or Materials:
- Tampons are primarily made from absorbent ingredients like purified cotton, rayon fibers, or a blend of both.
- Tampons may contain polyester, glycerin, paraffin, and titanium dioxide.
- The absorbent core of tampons is usually made of rayon or cotton, and the string is generally made of polyester, polypropylene, cotton, or a combination of these materials.
- Tampons may have a fabric overlay or veil around the absorbent core, which is meant to prevent fiber shedding. This veil is usually made of polyethylene, polypropylene, or a combination of the two.
