Usually harmless: potential risks of period products
FAQ issued on 28 October 2024
“Tampons or period panties? Which period product is best suited for me?” This is a question that many people who get their period have asked themselves at least once in their life. Given the different materials and functions available, there is an immense range when it comes to period products. But what about undesired ingredients in the various period products? Below, the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) has collected and answered the most frequently asked questions about potential health risks of period products.