Thank you to Ana Santi and the BBC for shining a much needed spotlight on period products in this recent article Pads, pants or cups: Which period product is the most climate-friendly?
We asked our Health Advisor, Helen Lynn to do a deep dive into the issues raised in the article.
Category Archives: Chemicals
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Aug
Aug
With the start of a new series on Radio 4, Talc Tales: How they made us doubt everything, asbestos in our makeup – investigating asbestos in talcum powder and makeup, we asked our Health Expert, Helen Lynn to give us the low down. Read on to get the whole story, with suggestions on how to avoid these harmful products.
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Jul
Jul
Read our letter to the Women’s Health Ambassador calling for the Womens Health Strategy to address exposure to toxic chemicals as a compounding relating risk factor when it comes to women’s health.
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Apr
Apr
Guest blog by The Chem Trust – exploring the harmful chemicals that can be present in everyday cosmetics and make up.
15
Mar
Mar
Find out about some of the top chemicals to avoid while pregnant or for young babies.
Chemicals, Environmenstrual, Health
THE HARMFUL CHEMICALS THAT MIGHT BE PRESENT IN YOUR MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS
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Nov
Nov
Guest blog by The Chem Trust – exploring the harmful chemicals that can be present in conventional menstrual products including EDCs.
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Dec
Dec
So how do you have an eco-conscious Christmas without becoming a seasonal Scrooge? Read our top tips for a sustainable Christmas.
03
Jan
Jan
There is an increasing awareness among consumers that the products we have in our homes are in some cases impacting negatively on our health. It’s been estimated that 90% of UK homes have carpet, more than any other country – but how much do we know about the carpets we buy?