4 tips to keep in mind while shopping for organic sanitary pads

Experts suggest simple guidelines to follow when buying organic sanitary napkins and tampons.

Just picking organic sanitary pads is not enough. Experts say it is important to be careful about a pad’s composition and how eco-friendly it is. Tanvi Johri, founder, Carmesi, and Richa Agarwal from Doctor Insta, list some important things to keep in mind:

* Composition: Many brands claim to offer natural sanitary pads, but a lot of them do not provide all-natural sanitary pads. Only the top sheet of the napkin is natural. Hence, to check the composition of a sanitary pad is of utmost importance. Sanitary pads made of corn starch and bamboo fibre are better options.

* Safe and hygienic disposal: Proper disposal of sanitary napkins ensures that hygiene is maintained. Sanitary pads with disposable bags not only ensures hygiene, but is also convenient for women who are travelling.

* Healthy you, healthy environment: Biodegradable pads go a long way in maintaining environmental health as they decompose faster compared to synthetic pads which take long to decompose.

* Opt for a mix of sizes: It is imperative to opt for a brand that offers various sizes of pads. Women do not use a standard size of pad for their entire cycle, so, choose wisely.