Periods are natural—but the products we use to manage them are harming the planet. With billions of disposable pads and tampons thrown away each year, it’s time to rethink how sustainable our period care really is.
The Waste We Don’t See
An average person uses 10,000 to 15,000 disposable pads or tampons in their lifetime. Most of these contain up to 90% plastic, and a single pad can take 500–800 years to decompose. In India alone, it’s estimated that over 12.3 billion disposable sanitary products are discarded every year—most ending up in landfills or water bodies.
A Better Alternative
Reusable options like Naarica’s period underwear offer a long-term, low-waste solution. Just 1 pair of period underwear can replace 60–120 disposable pads per year. With proper care, they can last up to 3–5 years, dramatically reducing both personal waste and cost.
It’s Not Just About the Planet
Sustainable products are better for your body too. Naarica’s period underwear is free from harsh chemicals, breathable, and leak-proof—designed to keep you safe and comfortable while minimizing harm to the environment.
Small Changes, Big Impact
If just 1 million menstruators switched to reusables, we could prevent 120 million pads from entering landfills each year. That’s the power of making conscious choices.
Periods are a part of life. The way we manage them should protect it. Choose sustainability. Choose consciously. Choose Naarica.
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