Personal Care

Better alternatives to Plastic Tampon Applicators

Plastic applicators are used for seconds but persist in the environment for centuries, often washing up on beaches. Reusable cups and plastic-free applicators offer safe, sustainable period care.

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Quick comparison

AlternativeEco ScoreWhy it's betterLink
Menstrual Cup9.5/10Replaces years of disposables, holds more fluid.View
Cardboard Applicator Tampons8.7/10Biodegradable, widely available, plastic-free.View
Period Underwear9.2/10Comfortable, washable, leak-proof protection.View

Recommended swaps

Menstrual Cup

Eco Score: 9.5/10
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Replaces years of disposables, holds more fluid.

Cardboard Applicator Tampons

Eco Score: 8.7/10
View

Biodegradable, widely available, plastic-free.

Period Underwear

Eco Score: 9.2/10
View

Comfortable, washable, leak-proof protection.

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