What is a tampon?

Tampons, like pads, are products used to absorb your menstrual flow. They are made of soft cotton pressed together to form a cylinder-like shape, so that they can be easily inserted into the opening of the vagina. A tampon absorbs your menstrual flow, or blood, before it has a chance to leave the body.Sep 27, 2012 read more

Tampons are designed to be easily inserted into the vagina during menstruation and absorb the menstrual flow. Once inserted correctly a tampon is held in place by the vagina and expands as it soaks up menstrual blood. Several countries regulate tampons as medical devices. read more

We're a step closer to ending the tampon tax," a British government spokeswoman told reporters after EU leaders agreed to express support in the summit statement for an adjustment to UK value-add tax (VAT) on women's sanitary products. read more

How to Use a Tampon Four Parts: Dispelling a Few Myths with the Facts Before Insertion Inserting the Tampon Removing the Tampon Community Q&A Using a tampon for the first time can be confusing, especially if it is your first time dealing with a period, but don’t worry. read more