Why organic tampons? In 1989, Natracare was developed as a direct response to health and environmental concerns about dioxin pollution caused by chlorine bleaching, the use of rayon in tampons and the extensive use of pesticides on conventionally grown cotton. For over 15 years, natracare has been trusted by women who see the good sense in making a natural choices in tampons, pads, panty liners and feminine wipes for their monthly cycle. It makes sense to choose a tampon that is made from only certified organic cotton to avoid unnecessary exposure to chemical residuals and synthetics. Natracare Organic cotton tampons and chemical free pads are high quality products made from only pure and natural materials that are not chlorine bleached and are free of rayon, plastics and synthetic materials.
Select the minimum absorbency to control your menstrual flow and reduce the risk of getting TSS. Absorbency ranges and terms are standard for all tampons industry-wide.
Junior = Less then 6 grams
Regular = 6 - 9 grams
Super = 9 - 12 grams
Super Plus = 12 - 15 grams
Ultra = 15 - 18 grams
Visit whyorganictampons.com to learn more about the important benefits of using organic tampons.
Warnings
Tampons are associated with Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) a rare but serious disease that may cause death. Read and save the enclosed information.
Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea
4.2
(based on 70 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
5 Stars
(43)
4 Stars
(11)
3 Stars
(8)
2 Stars
(4)
1 Stars
(4)
87%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
Comfortable (38)
Good protection (36)
Easy to use (27)
Discreet (21)
Effective (16)
Cons
Difficult to use (9)
Uncomfortable (4)
Best Uses
Daily use (21)
Light days (18)
Heavy days (14)
Travel (11)
Moderate days (10)
Reviewer Profile:
Athletic (17), Casual dresser (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Love Them!!
I am very active playing softball three+ times weekly and tournaments on weekends. I love this product as it works on my heaviest and most active days just as well as my light days....Read complete review
I am very active playing softball three+ times weekly and tournaments on weekends. I love this product as it works on my heaviest and most active days just as well as my light days. I love that I am using a product that is better for the environment but amazingly better for my body. Periods have lightened some since using as I am sure it is partially caused form using organic cotton as opposed to the bleach and asbestos ridden ones I used for years like most others. Know better now do better. Best thing I have found!!
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
good but I wish were just a bit better
I really like that these tampons are made of materials I think are safer to have inside my body than the bleached rayon conventional brands use. I also like that this product has an applicator...Read complete review
I really like that these tampons are made of materials I think are safer to have inside my body than the bleached rayon conventional brands use. I also like that this product has an applicator - many of the natural or organic tampons don't. That said, I wish the applicator had a better grip on it. Unless you keep it completely dry, it is hard to keep a hold on it, making it difficult to remove. I previously used Tampax, which in the last couple or three years actually improved their grip (which was already good). I wish NatraCare would use the same machines to manufacture their applicators!!!
describe yourself Casual, On the go, Student, Young
Pros
Comfortable
Discreet
Environmentally friendly
Good Protection
Natural
Organic cotton
Cons
Difficult to Use
Best Uses
Moderate Days
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
These are the best 100% organic cotton tampons I've used. I love that they are so environmentally friendly, down to the paper applicators & wrappers. I admit that the applicator can get a bit stuck, but I can deal with it for all the pros. I've tried the seventh generation ones, but I still prefer natracare (& I like that their pads don't come in individual plastic wrappers).
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
These are a great natural alternative to the more popular non-organic brands. I find that they absorb just as much as any other brand and are better for my health and the planet. Will continue to use.
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
These are truly the BEST tampons I have used. Although I realize that some reviewers state that the tampons are difficult to release from the applicator, there is an easy solution to this. Before insertion, simply move the plunger back and forth a bit to free the tampon from the tip of the applicator where it seems to get caught up. Push the slightly extended (slightly is an important word) tip back into the cardboard applicator, and you're all set for easy insertion. Push the tip too far out of its applicator and you will start to bend the cardboard tip flanges backwards and that may make insertion difficult. To gently loosen the tip is very easy, simple, and quick, so please don't hesitate to purchase these terrific tampons as a result. These tampons seem to hold more than any other tampon I've ever tried, including the industry standard Tampax. The organic composition just makes this choice all that much better.
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
I will never go back to the major brands on this one. After reading how conventional tampons leave behind fibers, and experiencing the irritation of those left behind fibers.... there is NO contest! I will spend the extra to use a natural and safe material in such an intimate area. With the first use I noticed a difference and will NEVER switch back again!
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
I prefer cardboard applicators but found this one difficult to use. The tampon was difficult to place correctly and the string would frequently get stuck up inside and may be too short. I think the shape was not right for me, as I could feel it at times. I much prefer Seventh Generation to Natracare.
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
I've had serious sensitivity issues with the big-name brands, so these have been a lifesaver. I like natracare better than the Seventh Generation tampons, which I find get separated/fuzzy at the top when you pull them out. (Not to be too graphic, but with SG I'm always worried that there's some cotton that didn't come out.) I do agree with other reviewers on the difficulty of getting a good grip. I've solved that by pushing the tampon through the top a bit before inserting. It works fine, but it seems like there should be a better way.
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
These are great. They absorb well. They are comfortable. I've had no leakage problems and I'v used these while at my Zumba classes and riding with my husband on our motorcycle. They work great.
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
Can't grip for insert. Had to throw several away before one finally went in. Need to make the grip part more defined. Will be going back to plastic applicators until then.
Comments about Natracare Organic All-Cotton Tampons with Applicator, Regular Absorbency, 16 ea:
The second piece gets stuck when you're trying to insert because there's no where to grip. I really wanted to like these but am going back to playtex plastic applicator.
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