my•mense X Sustainability

The Hidden Cost of Disposable Period Products

9-10 Liters of Water

The amount of water required to manufacture a single tampon – a resource consumed millions of times daily, worldwide.

49 Billion Products Discarded Annually

An estimated 49 billion disposable period products are thrown away globally each year, creating mountains of waste that take centuries to decompose.

Why Period Underwear Changes Everything

Dramatically Less Waste

Unlike tampons or pads that must be purchased and discarded every single month, my•mense period underwear is designed to last for years. This reusable approach eliminates the constant cycle of buying and disposing, significantly reducing your environmental footprint while saving you money in the long run.

Vegan & Biocide-Free

We craft my•mense period underwear from environmentally conscious materials to minimize our impact on the planet. Understanding that the vulva is an extraordinarily sensitive part of the body, we never use biocides or harmful substances. Every my•mense product is 100% vegan – because what's good for you should also be good for the Earth.

Plastic-Free Alternative

Disposable tampons and pads are laden with plastic. According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), approximately 5.8 billion tampons were used globally in 2018 alone – most wrapped in plastic packaging. This plastic infiltrates our ecosystems, pollutes our oceans, and harms wildlife. Period underwear offers a genuinely plastic-free solution to menstrual care.

Reduced Carbon Footprint

Research matters: A 2020 environmental study revealed that reusable period products like my•mense have a carbon footprint that is 40% to 90% lower than disposable alternatives. This dramatic reduction stems from decreased resource consumption, extended product lifespan, and significantly less waste generation.

The my•mense Commitment

When you choose my•mense, you're not just choosing better period care – you're choosing a better future. Every pair of period underwear represents:

✨ Thousands of disposable products kept out of landfills
✨ Countless liters of water saved from manufacturing waste
✨ Reduced plastic pollution in our oceans and ecosystems
✨ A smaller carbon footprint with every cycle
✨ A conscious choice that aligns your values with your daily life

Because sustainability isn't just about what we create – it's about what we choose not to waste. And with my•mense, every period becomes an opportunity to protect the planet while protecting yourself.

Better for you. Better for the Earth. Better for the future.