Despite environmental pressures of the early 90's, sanitary protection is utilising even more plastic materials in its construction. Consumers are probably not even aware of the high loading of plastics and synthetics in the products they use. Worldwide consumption, of more than 45 billion units of this type of pad is staggering and All of them eventually needing to be disposed of somewhere. So what is the answer? A brand that dares to be different. We listened to SAS (Surfers Against Sewage) who experience at first hand, the way in which people were using their toilets as “wet bins”. Plastics flushed down the toilet can be released into the sea after causing problems at water reclamation works. Natracare does not use plastic, instead we dare to be different, using natural materials that will compost and biodegrade.

In 1989, Natracare was developed as a direct response to environmental and health concerns about dioxin pollution, and today the natural pads and certified organic 100% cotton tampons are available worldwide, offering women a quality, natural choice.

Natracare pads are made from totally chlorine-free, natural cellulose materials derived from ecologically - managed forests. They are over 95% biodegradable and compostable, being the first pads to be made using the new plant based Bioplastics and hypoallergenic natural and effective sugar-based absorbents. Because of our demanding environmental criteria and health concerns, Natracare is recognised as an ethical brand.

Natracare certified organic 100% cotton tampons sit comfortably in a category dominated by global corporations producing products dependent on conventionally grown cotton and low cost synthetic materials. It should be noted that Natracare tampons are unique in that they do not contain any synthetic materials and do not utilise any bleaching process that produce toxic dioxins in the environment or as potential residuals in the tampons. Conventionally grown cotton is the most extensively sprayed crop in the world. Toxic Pesticides and Insecticides are used that not only affect global ecosystems, but also the health of tens of thousands of farmers working the land. And, oh yes, there is also the issue of genetically modified organisms to address in conventional cotton.

Women are making a lifestyle choice and turning to organic and natural products because they trust them. Natracare organic cotton tampons were the first ever tampons to be certified organic and are respected for their integrity, accounting for the origins of the organic cotton growing in the fields and monitoring the processing and manufacture of the cotton and the tampons. Natracare’s users are outgoing and independently minded women looking for the best products for their bodies.

Natracare, the certified organic 100% cotton tampons and totally chlorine free natural sanitary pads, provide comfortable, reliable protection whilst helping to care for the environment and your health.

Susie Hewson, founder and originator of Natracare, is dedicated to the development of the range and aims to provide women with the best personal care available, with the added bonus of causing minimum damage to the environment during manufacture and disposal. She says, "Natracare organic cotton tampons, organic feminine wipes, and natural sanitary pads provide the perfect feminine hygiene solution for those who are chemically sensitive, and all women, who today have health and environmental concerns such as the use of pesticides, toxic dioxin pollution, the impact of GM cotton and sanitary waste disposal. We are proud to be a company that dares to be different and our growing sales prove that our customers feel that way too."

The benefits of organic farming do not only apply to food. Cotton is one of the world's largest grown crops and it is used in many industries from textiles to medical products. Conventionally grown, non-organic cotton is the most extensively pesticide and insecticide sprayed crop in the world that impacts on the earth’s ecosystems and the health of farmers and their families.

The Soil Association certifies Natracare Organic 100% cotton tampons. So women don't need to worry about toxic pollutants from pesticides, insecticides or synthetic materials such as rayon, when they use Natracare tampons which are available with or without applicators and in both Regular and Super absorbencies. The Natracare feminine wipe is made from organic cotton and organic essential oils. Certified by AIAB and ICEA, the wipes do not contain parabens, SLS, alcohol or fragrances.

Made with extra soft, totally chlorine-free natural pulp and cellulose material, Natracare sanitary pads are made to give maximum comfort and absorbency, without the worry of polyacrylate super absorbents, plastics, perfumes or chlorine bleaching residues. Natracare pads are available in Regular, Slender, Super and Night Time absorbencies as well as Ultra with Wings.

Three designs of Natracare Panty liners are available. A Breathable liner, acurved panty liner and a Thong liner, which are designed to be extra soft yet cool and comfortable to wear and made from eco-responsible materials.