by Ariel Bunda | Sep 28, 2026 | Menstruation, Skin Care
Choosing tampons for sensitive skin involves more than selecting Regular or Super absorbency. Fragrance, fiber composition, dryness, applicator design, and fit may all affect comfort. No single material can guarantee that irritation will never occur, but clear product...
by Ariel Bunda | Sep 9, 2026 | All Maxim Hygiene, Menstruation, Sustainability
Cardboard vs. plastic tampon applicators differ mainly in the materials used to make them and what happens after disposal. Although both perform the same basic function of helping position a tampon comfortably, they differ in raw materials, manufacturing pathways,...
by Ariel Bunda | Aug 8, 2026 | All Maxim Hygiene, Menstruation
Tampons may look simple, but there is more than one way to insert them. While many U.S. consumers are familiar with plastic or cardboard applicators, non-applicator tampons eliminate the applicator entirely. Instead, the tampon itself is inserted gently with a finger....
by Ariel Bunda | Jul 30, 2026 | All Maxim Hygiene, Menstruation
Introduction: What Are You Really Using During Your Period? Most people believe their tampon is just cotton. It appears soft and clean. Let’s be real: Many conventional tampons are made from cotton, rayon, or a blend of the two. For shoppers who prefer...
by Sandi A. | Dec 14, 2017 | All Maxim Hygiene, Culture, Parenthood
Whether you need a holiday gift for your niece or a birthday gift for someone’s daughter, we’re encouraging you to think outside the box and give girl empowerment gifts. Gifts like makeup, clothes, and toys that are traditionally targeted towards girls are...
