These applicator-free tampons are smooth, with a rounded tip, for easy and comfortable insertion. Our Non-Applicator Ultra tampons offer great protection on your extremely heavy days or if you have extremely heavy periods, helping you carry on with your day without worrying about leaks.

What fans say: “As someone who suffers with endometriosis and PCOS, my periods are HORRIBLE … I usually bleed heavily and I've tried I don’t know how many organic brands and all they do is fall apart within 30 minutes, or don't feel well. I bought L. tampons hoping it would be my new brand and it went beyond my expectations! They hold up well with heavy bleeding and are easy to use. I also like that it gives to those in need … L. you have a customer til I no longer have a period.” The short answer is no, there is no proof that organic tampons are safer than other options on the market. Since tampons are inserted inside our bodies for hours at a time, it makes sense that people would have safety concerns, but Dr. Ross says there is no reason for alarm. Using tampons can also make it easier to participate in activities like swimming that would not be possible wearing a pad. Most people cannot feel a tampon once it’s been inserted, which is another benefit that tampons provide. In contrast, most organic cotton tampons are made without the use of pesticides or synthetic fabrics, and, depending on the brand, are chlorine- and BPA- free. They’re a good choice if you want to know exactly what is in your tampons and minimize potential exposure to harmful chemicals. Should I use a tampon with or without an applicator? Tampons have many benefits compared to other methods of catching menstrual flow. They’re more discreet than pads and cups and can be more hygienic to change as well, with most of the expelled blood soaking into the tampon. Tampons can be left in while urinating and only need to be handled when inserting and removing.On the other hand, Anate Brauer, MD, FACOG, reproductive endocrinologist and IVF director in Manhattan, NY at Shady Grove Fertility, says there is no scientific evidence that organic tampons are any safer. Here is the range of absorbencies, as well as how much fluid they are designed to hold. Light Tampons Tampax is one of the most trusted brands in menstrual care. The company now offers a tampon that’s made from 100% organic cotton, helping some long-time Tampax fans convert to this more eco-friendly option. After the infamous Burn Book, a scrapbook full of gossip, goes public, a character says, “Someone wrote in that book that I’m lying about being a virgin ‘cause I use super-jumbo tampons, but I can’t help it if I’ve got a heavy flow and a wide-set vagina.” Who needs a pesky applicator, anyway? These tampons get right to the point without an applicator getting in the way, which also reduces the amount of waste they produce. And if you have sensitive skin, you’ll appreciate this design, since there’s no applicator irritating the body during insertion.

Light” describes the tampon absorbency rather than the width. Light tampons are low absorbency, holding up to 6 grams of fluid. “Slender fit” isn’t a medical description, but a manufacturer designation. It usually describes the width of the tampon, rather than its absorbency. Slender fit tampons are typically narrower than standard tampons but may have a “regular” absorbency of 6 to 9 grams. What’s the difference between sport tampons and typical tampons? 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.

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When selecting tampons for the first time, choose those with a small insertion applicator. Plastic applicators may be more comfortable for less-experienced users than cardboard ones. There are also tampons that don’t have an applicator. These types of tampons can be placed and positioned using only the fingers to achieve a comfortable insertion. It’s also normal to have variations in our flow over the course of our period. You may notice a lighter period at first or a lighter period toward the end. It’s a good idea to choose tampon sizes that are suited to your flow at different points in your period. Insertion