Playtex Sport Tampons, Regular Unscented 18 each (Pack of 1)

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If used properly, you can't feel them,” says women’s health expert Jennifer Wider, MD. They also tend to be less messy than pads or menstrual cups, says Jessica Shepherd, MD, an ob-gyn in Texas. "Tampons can help decrease heavy bleeding accidents,” she says—especially if you pair them with a pantyliner. There may not necessarily be a best brand per se, but Stephanie McClellan, MD, the chief medical officer of the woman’s health app Tia, always recommends organic. “Intuitively, thinking about using something that has less chemicals in the process seems to be sensible to me because you’re literally putting them inside your body,” she says. The vagina is extremely absorbent. What you decide to put in it should be as pure as possible.

Spotting essentially means that you’re bleeding outside of your regular period. This can happen for a number of reasons, such as stress, medication, and certain infections.The applicator is similar to other plastic applicators, but the tampon opens up into a flower shape to help protect from leaks at every single angle — which is perfect if you’re the type of swimmer who likes to do plenty of diving. If you’re worried about the waste associated with disposable tampons and discs, try the Intimina Ziggy Cup, which is also available online. Built with the same materials as a menstrual cup, this reusable disc has a shallow profile, making it ideal for everything from period sex to swimming. Plus, it covers light to heavier flows. Menstrual cups Tampons are available in so many different varieties, from applicator to size. Whether you've had a heavy flow for years or are totally new to periods, we broke down all your tampon options and important considerations:

Not sure if tampons are the right menstrual product for you? You might not want to go for a pad or panty liner, because this method could take on a lot of water and leak. Push the plunger all the way into the barrel with your pointer finger to release the tampon into your body. Ready to give tampons a go? Doctors share what to look for in a beginner tampon, and why it matters. What should you look for in a beginner tampon? The needs of all athletes are as unique as they are. Each active person may prefer a different type of tampon and need period products with different levels of absorbency, adapted to the level of bleeding. With Tampax tampons, choosing the right product won’t be a challenge! Tampax Compak Pearl tampons are available in 3 absorbencies:Applicator: There are three main styles of applicators: plastic, cardboard or no applicator. Generally, our tester panel preferred tampons with plastic applicators than cardboard or no applicator styles. Although, people who use no-applicator tampons highly recommended them; they found them easier to use while leaving less waste. Similar to a tampon, a menstrual disc is inserted into the vagina and sits below the cervix in the vaginal fornix. You can wear it for up to 12 hours, and dispose of it once you’re done.