10 January,2021 09:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Nasrin Modak Siddiqi
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An eco-friendly period
From biodegradable sanitary pads and tampons to reusable sanitary napkins, Pee Safe products are made entirely of bamboo pulp and organic cotton, grown through a natural process. In fact, their reusable sanitary pads last up to one year, if they are taken care of. These are leak-proof and rash-free. They've even got a range of intimate washes and wipes, cramp relief roll-on, panty liners, menstrual cups, sweat pads and disposable bags.
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Price: Rs 28 per six pads onwards
Where: www.peesafe.com
Barely there
Dermatologically tested, the Carmesi pads are naturally soft with a plant-based sheet that has no irritants, is chlorine-free and makes periods rash-free. The wide wings ensure great coverage and they are so thin, you'll forget you are wearing a pad. Each one comes in a resealable bag for hygienic disposal. They also have panty liners and intimate cleaners.
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Price: Rs 97 per 10 pads onwards
Where: https://mycarmesi.com
All about women
A company formed by women, the products by The Woman's Company are tailor-made for hygiene needs. Made with certified organic cotton, bleached without chlorine and dioxin, there is a regular day pad, a night pad for heavy flow, a teen pad customised to fit the frames of petite body types, among others. They even have a subscription programme.
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Price: Rs 699onwards for six months subscription
Where: www.thewomanscompany.com
Customised for comfort
From making innovative products to providing efficient delivery, Nua aims to be a tailor-made experience. Made as per South Korean quality standards, you decide - pack mix, number of packs in each order and delivery preference. You are in complete control of your plan. Modify, pause or cancel at any time; no questions asked. They even distribute pads to women in low-income neighbourhoods.
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Price: Rs 399 for three packs
Where: www.nuawoman.com
Go with the flow
With PCOD on the rise, RIO pads is catering to those with heavy flow. Understanding the discomfort, these pads are designed to offer complete coverage, while keeping you dry, rash-free and irritation-free. There is more absorption, the pads are longer, thicker and wider with guards, not wings, to prevent leakage and an extra glue grip to keep the pad in place for long. It is engineered to absorb blood clots and gushes. It comes in a stylish zip-lock pouch designed to carry the pad with ease.
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Price: Rs 40 for 3 pads onwards
Where: Amazon