McCarthy wonders why plastic tampon applicators are even necessary. "Why not just not use them? Because it's another plastic thing we don't need," she said. "Plastic just doesn't go away.

Tampons have helped women manage their periods for decades. But these feminine hygiene products aren’t perfect. Tampons are ...

Still, between 3,000 and 3,500 tampons and applicators are found on the country's beaches annually, said Kate Le Souef, manager of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. She estimates that applicators ...

The concern is about the plastic applicators that are used to insert tampons. Close to 90 per cent sold are equipped with plastic instead of cardboard applicators.

Would you use an eco-friendly reusable tampon applicator? The UK-based start-up Dame created one to use with its organic cotton, chemical-free tampons. Well+Good Creative PublishedFeb 28, 2018 ...

British organic tampon company DAME has launched a reusable applicator, the D. The idea is you use, rinse and reuse the applicator, instead of throwing away countless plastic ones every month.

The latest from Lola, which has been called the "Birchbox for tampons," prevents waste by never manufacturing the applicator in the first place. It's made of 100% organic cotton and looks like a ...

Nova Scotia Wave of tampon applicators plagues Halifax harbour CBC News · Posted: Jun 26, 2009 10:58 AM EDT | Last Updated: June 26, 2009 ...

Thinx is also launching organic cotton tampons to go with RETA, so if you use them in combination they’re likely the most environmentally friendly option for diehard tampon fans.