Tampon wars

Tampon wars

4/24/2020

link

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/feb/11/tampon-wars-the-battle-to-overthrow-the-tampax-empire

summary

This article discusses the battle in the feminine hygiene industry to challenge the dominance of the Tampax brand. It highlights how Tampax has been the leading tampon brand for decades, controlling a considerable share of the market. The article explores the emergence of new small-scale companies that aim to disrupt the industry by offering alternative and more sustainable period products. It also delves into the debate surrounding the environmental impact of traditional tampons and the push for greater transparency in the industry. Overall, the article provides insights into the efforts being made to challenge Tampax's market supremacy and introduces the reader to the growing range of options available for period products.

tags

social justice ꞏ menstrual cup ꞏ menstrual health advocacy ꞏ period activism ꞏ period products market ꞏ menstrual products ꞏ menstrual movement ꞏ period products manufacturing ꞏ sustainable menstruation ꞏ period poverty ꞏ menstrual industry ꞏ menstruation ꞏ feminine hygiene ꞏ tampons ꞏ women's health ꞏ period revolution ꞏ menstrual equity ꞏ menstrual taboos ꞏ menstrual health ꞏ menstrual care ꞏ menstrual education ꞏ menstrual hygiene ꞏ reproductive health ꞏ period empowerment ꞏ period politics ꞏ period taboo ꞏ menstrual stigma ꞏ period products ꞏ women's rights ꞏ gender equality