Tampon Facts--How to use a tampon? How to put in a tampon? Organic tampons -- all you need to know about tampons. tampons, tampon, feminine hygiene, manufacturer of spunlace nonwoven

1. Tampon

2. In Ancient Greece in the 10th century before feminine napkin
and tampon were invented. Women use sheep’s wool,
cotton, rag, rabbit fur, knitted pad to hold up their monthly
cycle; ancient Japanese women use paper cuttings from
origami as menstrual pad; Hawaiians felt comfort to use
local fern; African women use grass and in Indonesia,
menstruating women ply vegetable fibers as a menstrual
pad.
The discovery of cotton made out of wood pulp during the
18th century was purposely for men not for women, when
nurses in France used cotton as bandages to stop blood
from war victims. It is cheaper and easy to dispose of.
Manufacturers then started the first commercial use of
disposable pads called the Southball pad. In the US the
idea was developed by Johnson and Johnson which they
called lister’s towel: sanitary towel’s for ladies.
1.1 Before Tampons and Sanitary Pads are Invented
1.2 Development of tampon
1 INTRODUCTION

3. Dr. Aveling and her Vaginal Tampon-Tube were
released in 1879, where the very first tampon
was described as an applicator contraption
made of a small unsilver glass vaginal
instrument with a wooden rod. In 1931, Earl
Haas, a physician in Colorado developed the
cardboard applicator tampon, the menstrual
tampon which is what women are currently
using. The scheme is from his female friend
who inserted a sponge into her vagina to
manage the menstrual leak, Earl then invented
a disposable device to replace the menstrual
pads.
1.3 When was the tampon invented?
Who invented tampons?
Dr. Earl Hass patented the
tampon in 1993

4. Tampons are a medical device that is regulated by FDA. It absorbs and soaks up menstrual flow during the monthly
cycle. It is a little plug made of cotton that can be inserted and fits in the vagina. Some of the tampons have
applicators made of plastic or cardboard paper.
The tampon absorbency chart is the universal guide based on FDA absorbency guidelines for all tampon brands. In
the chart, you will find that mini tampons should hold up to 6 grams of liquid.
2.1 How do tampons work
2. WHAT IS A TAMPON
2.2 How do you choose your absorbency?

5. 3. Raw Materials
3.1 How are Tampons Created?

6. 3.2 Parts of
the tampon

7. 4.1 How to insert a tampon correctly?
1 2
3 4
Make sure your hands are washed clean before holding the
tampon.
1. Point the top of your tampon in your vagina at 45 degrees
angle specifically towards your lower back
2. Slowly insert half of the applicator to your vagina. If you are
inserting it correctly, the tampon should go in smoothly.
3. Once you notice that your fingers hit your vulva or the
opening of the vagina, it means you have inserted the tampon
applicator correctly.
4. Then push the top end of the applicator using your pointer
finger to insert the cotton part of the tampon.
If you feel uneasy when you sit or walk, the tampon might not
be inserted far enough. You need to remove it and insert a fresh
and new tampon.
4. Inserting a Tampon

8. 5. Best Tampon Brands
Kotex tampons
The compact size and the packaging of Kotex
tampons are one of its advantages, it is easy.
It is easy to insert for the applicator is not
bulky. You will not notice that you are even
wearing it. People are just annoyed when it
comes to distinguishing which absorbency is
because the color almost looks the
same. Kotex is made of Polyethylene film and
Polypropylene fibers printed with colorants
Cost per box of 40 units is $9.27 = $0.21 cents
per unit
Playtex Sport Tampons
Ingredients are Rayon and/or cotton
fiber, polyester or cotton string,
polysorbate 20.
Playtex applicator is just about the right
size and the contoured grip is very
convenient to use. It can hold up to 3.4
tsp of liquid.
Cost per box of 80 units -$19.55 = $0.24
cents to per unit
Tampax Pearl Tampon
It contains, cotton, rayon, polyester,
polypropylene, polyethylene fiber finishes.
It expands like a butterfly shape when
while absorbing liquid. The applicator is a
bit bigger than Kotex Tampon. I would not
recommend this for beginners. Their anti-
leak guard string does not stop leaks. That
would be depending on the user’s super
heavy flow. It can hold up to 3.4 tsp of
liquid before the leak.
Cost per box of 188 units is $37.88 = $0.19
cents per unit

9. Best Tampon Brands
Lola Tampons
100% organic cotton tampons, and that’s it, no other
ingredients added. You can only order via subscription on their
website. You can select and mix the quantity and the size you
want per box. Then choose your frequency, indicate how many
boxes you want to be delivered to you each month. that is one
good thing about Lola. Their sizes are light, regular, super, and
super plus. It can hold up to 3.2 tsp of liquid.
Cost per box of 50 units -$8.50 to $10 = $0.17 cents to $0.20
cents per unit
Tampax Pearl Tampon
It contains, cotton, rayon, polyester, polypropylene,
polyethylene fiber finishes. It expands like a butterfly shape
when while absorbing liquid. The applicator is a bit bigger
than Kotex Tampon. I would not recommend this for
beginners. Their anti-leak guard string does not stop leaks.
That would be depending on the user’s super heavy flow. It
can hold up to 3.4 tsp of liquid before the leak.
Cost per box of 188 units is $37.88 = $0.19 cents per unit

10. Q & A:
1. Do tampons hurt?
If tampons are inserted correctly in the vagina, you should not feel any
pain or discomfort, but if it seats low near the pelvic, that would make
you feel irritated and uncomfortable. You can correct the insertion by
pulling the tampon out and reinsert correctly, or gently push it back
deeper. Remember to wash your hands before doing so.
Removing tampons does sometimes hurt especially when it's not fully
saturated with blood. The fibers on the tampon rub in the vaginal
opening which causes your vagina to hurt. It is time to choose a lesser
absorbency tampon.
2. How long can you leave a tampon in?
You need to change your tampon every 4 hours and no more than 8
hours, depending on absorbency.
3. Can you sleep with a tampon in?
If you sleep not more than 8 hours, it is safe to sleep with the tampon
in. Or you can also change the tampon when you woke up to pee in
between your sleep. If you sleep for 9 hours straight, I would
recommend you use night pads instead of a tampon.
4. Can you swim with a tampon?
Yes, it is much safer and ideal to wear a tampon if you have a period,
rather than using a sanitary pad.
5. Do tampons get stuck inside you?
No, because the vagina where you place the tampon does not have any
opening going to the uterus, there is a cervix that serves as a barrier
between your vagina and uterus.
6. Can a tampon string break?
No, our tampon cord or string is perfectly sewn from the top until the end
of the tampon. It can carry from 2kg to 3kg of tension liquid.
7. Can you use tampons for vaginal discharge?
No, tampons are designed for the menstrual period when used in the
vagina. We highly suggest you visit your Gynecologists to examine vaginal
discharge.
8. Can tampon fall out when you poop?
If the tampon is properly inserted, it will not fall out. Because the vagina is
holding it up. But for hygiene purposes, it is better to change a tampon
every time you poop.

11. Q & A:
• 9. Is it safe to use tampons after giving birth?
It is not recommended to use tampons after giving birth due
to fresh cuts and wounds around the vagina. You may use a
sanitary pad during 1st trimester of your post-natal period, or
you may consult your OB gynecologist during a post-natal
checkup to seek advice when it is best to go back into using
a tampon.
10. Can a tampon get lost in the uterus?
No, because the vagina where you place the tampon does
not have any opening going to the uterus, there is a cervix
that serves as a barrier between your vagina and uterus.
11. What if you need to pee, do you need to change your tampon each
time you pee?
No, because tampon is placed in the vaginal hole where your
menstruation is released, while your urine or pee is released from your
urethra, so there are two different holes. It would be best if you placed the
string aside so it will not catch any urine.
12. Are tampons flushable?
Organic tampons that are made of %100 kinds of cotton can be
flushed. Tampons with polyethylene film, polypropylene, and other
ingredients are not flushable.