How to have an eco-friendly period

By Milly Vincent

In honour of International Women's Day we explore eco-friendly period protection.

Coined 'green menstruation' the idea of periods without environmental consequence is nothing new. Every year an estimated 12 billion sanitary pads and 7 billion tampons with masses of chemicals are dumped into landfill. Environmentally-aware women across the world have looked for alternatives for years but were often left having to compromise with less effective protection.

Thankfully this is 2018 and we've come a long way, here are your effective alternatives.

1. The menstrual cup

2. The reusable (fabric) pad

3. Period Pants

If you're not quite ready for reusable...

4. Organic tampons and pads

This is a good place to start, for your own health as well as reducing the number of chemicals being manufactured.

Join the eco-friendly women, ensuring the planet doesn't have to suffer from their period...even if they do!

With almost the same use as a tampon the cup is a favourite for many. For a small investment of around £10 you can save yourself £2-3 a month for the rest of your menstruating life. If that is another 30 years then you could save up to £1080.

Available to buy on Amazon.

If pads are your favourite these are far less hassle than you imagine, they eliminate your body's contact with unwelcome chemicals and save the planet whilst you're at it.

Available to buy on Amazon.

Put them on and relax. They've got you covered and comfortable. Almost like not being on your period... almost.

Available to buy on Amazon.

Or invest in a 'cycle set' at THINX