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Tampax Super tampons with cardboard applicator are for medium to heavy flow days during your period. Click here to learn more!

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What You Need to Know About Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS): Symptoms & Causes

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With so many different absorbencies and varieties available, you may be wondering which tampons to choose. Read more about it in this article.

Why use TAMPAX Pearl tampons?

Why use Tampax Pearl tampons?

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When it comes to using tampons, practice makes perfect and there’s nothing to be nervous about.

How to Use a Tampon

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How to remove a tampon?

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Tampons for beginners

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The truth about period sex

Tampax Pearl Regular tampons are free from fragrances and feature a SmoothTouch plastic applicator and contoured anti-slip grip for comfortable, easy insertion.

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How to tell your mum you’ve got your period?

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### 2002: 
#### The Next Big Thing in Period Care
That groundbreaking new tampon was Tampax Pearl, which debuted in 2002 with a plastic applicator and rounded tip; it was an immediate success. In addition to an easy to insert plastic applicator, Tampax Pearl was designed with FormFit expansion to gently expand to fit her unique shape. That, plus a LeakGuard braid to help stop leaks before they happen, made Tampax Pearl up to 100% leak free to help women be worry free on even their heaviest days.

UK- ADP - Why can I feel my tampon?

Why can I feel my tampon?

### 1985
#### Tampax Breaks TV Taboos
In an effort to break a crazy taboo, Tampax uses the word “period” in one of our TV ads, a revolutionary move at the time. It was all part of our mission to stop people from making women feel ashamed or embarrassed about a perfectly natural function of the female body.  

### 1986
#### 50 Years of Living Life Without Limits
Tampons were named one of the “50 small wonders and big deals that revolutionized the lives of consumers.” We like to think Tampax had a part in that, considering we celebrated our 50th anniversary that same year and boasted a market share of over 60 percent at the time. 


Why use Tampax Pearl tampons? 

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History of tampax tampons

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Tampax Pearl Compak Regular Applicator Tampons

Tampax Cotton Protection Regular tampons with applicator

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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) - Symptoms & Treatments

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Vaginal odor: what should my vagina smell like?

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Tampax Compak Super Plus Applicator Tampons

# Feminine hygiene tips you need to know 

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How to manage a heavy period (aka menstrual menorrhagia)?

__So, what's a ‘normal’ cycle anyway?__

First of all, stop thinking about normal. Every girl is different. What’s important is that you find out what’s normal for you; a period [tracker](/en-gb/period-tracker-and-calendar/) will help you to do just that. All cycles are unique, but between pre-period, period and ovulation, there are a few things we all have in common: 

__Pre-period__

The dreaded [premenstrual syndrome](/en-gb/period-health/what-is-premenstrual-syndrome-pms/). Some common symptoms of PMS are headaches, bloating, irritability and crying more than usual. In other words, that urge to sit on the couch in joggers with a tub of ice cream and cry over ‘The Notebook’. We’ve all been there. 

It’s common to experience PMS in the three days leading up to your period. And just so you know: diet, caffeine and [stress](/en-gb/period-health/stress-and-period/) can increase the intensity of PMS symptoms. 

While these symptoms can be painful and uncomfortable, the good news is there are ways to help manage them: 

- Resist the urge to have an extra cup of coffee 
- Take an over-the-counter painkiller 
- Use a hot water bottle. 

__Period__

This is the start of your cycle and when bleeding begins. But why do we bleed in the first place? Since your egg wasn’t fertilised, your womb lining sheds and leaves your body. Thus, blood. 

Here are some facts about periods: 

- Healthy periods generally last between four and seven days, with the heaviest days being the first and second 
- An average cycle is 28 days, but can range from 21 to 35 days (to work yours out use a [period cycle tracker](/en-gb/period-tracker/)) 
- Bleeding usually amounts to somewhere between 10-80 grams, or 1 to 6 tablespoons of fluid (not that we’re measuring, but it’s good to know for keeping track of tampon changes). 

See your doctor if you find yourself bleeding through six or seven regular tampons a day, or if you’re on your period for more than seven days. 

__Peak ovulation__

This is the time when you’re ovulating and at the highest risk for pregnancy. This fertile time lasts about six days. In a 28-day cycle, ovulation typically occurs on day 14. 

__How to track your period__

To calculate your period, you'll need to count the days in between your last few periods. Start counting on the first day of your period and stop counting on the day before your next period. This is the number of days in one menstrual cycle. Do this for a few cycles, then add up the total number of days and divide them by the number of cycles. This will give you the average number of days in your cycle, and once you know this number, you'll be able to track your period easily. 

Have more [period questions](/en-gb/period-health/period-health/signs-and-stages-of-puberty-for-girls/)? We have answers. 

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### 1934
#### Taking Care of Business 
Enter a Denver-based female entrepreneur who purchased the tampon patent and set about building a female-led, female-focused company to produce, market, and sell tampons. At the very beginning of the business, she was actually hand-sewed the tampons herself before scaling to machinery.

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Tampax Compak Lites Applicator Tampons

Up to 100% Leak & Odor Free Protection that fits in your pocket.

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Worried about a lost tampon or getting a tampon stuck?

Learn about different absorbencies and find out the right tampon and tampon sizes for heavy and light days.

Types of Tampax tampons

Free from fragrances Tampax Pearl Compak Regular is our best tampon with applicator for regular absorbency. Find out more about it on our website.

Tampax Pearl Compak Regular Tampons with Applicator

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Tampax Pearl Super Plus Applicator Tampons

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How to insert a tampon?

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Can a tampon get lost in your body? What do you do if a tampon is stuck. Get the facts from gynecologist, Dr. Holmes.

Worried about some sympthoms? Find the guide about period health here.

Period Health - articles and advices from TAMPAX

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Quality and composition of Tampax tampons

Pearl 

Tampax’s N°1 combination of comfort and protection

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Physical changes during puberty for females

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Tampax Cardboard Super Applicator Tampons

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How to Wear a Tampon

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Tampax tampons: the best solution for active people exercising on their periods 

### 1940s
#### Tampax University Is Now in Session
World War II pushes more women into the workforce, and the need for reliable, limitless period protection becomes a driving force in the popularity of tampons. Tampax responds by creating our own formal education program to teach women about tampons and the best way to use them.  
In 1941 Tampax established the company’s first educational department. The women educators became known as the ‘Tampax Ladies,’ traveling to colleges and schools, as well as trade shows and conventions. 
Also in 1941, at the New Brunswick Plant, Tampax produced cotton bandages and surgical dressings for the U.S. military alongside the tampon assembly lines.

Tampax Pearl Super tampons with applicator help stop leaks before they happen for medium to heavy flow days during your period. Learn more about them here.

Tampax Pearl Super Tampons with Applicator

### 2019
#### Go With the Flow
Did you know that you can use different tampon sizes depending on your specific period flow? Tampax worked to spread the word on this common misconception— and that only Tampax Pearl tampons have five absorbencies (Light, Regular, Super, Super Plus and Ultra), so you can find the best match for your changing period flow. Not sure how to find the right size? Use our guide for picking the [best tampon sizes for your flow](/en-gb/tampon-truths/which-tampon-sizes-do-you-need/). 


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All your period questions, answered

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### 1960s/1970s
#### The Tampon Boom
While still dominating the tampon game, competition starts to get fierce as companies like Playtex, Kimberly-Clark, and Johnson & Johnson debut their own versions. Magazine ads focus on how tampons are discreet and let you wear whatever you want when you’re on your period.
In 1972, tampon ads are shown on TV in the U.S. for the first time ever, marking a major milestone towards normalizing period talk and bringing more awareness about tampon options to women across the nation.

### 1980s
#### Tampax Begins TSS Education
Tampax began an educational campaign discussing both Tampax tampons and Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) to educate women on the effects, symptoms, and treatment options. Learn more about [Toxic Shock Syndrome Causes, Symptoms and Treatment options](/en-gb/period-health/toxic-shock-syndrome-causes-treatment/).

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Can stress affect your period?

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You were rummaging through your room and you came across an old box of [tampons](/en-gb/tampon-truths/what-is-tampon/). It got you wondering – how long do tampons last? Do tampons expire? We know things like milk expire making them rancid and totally disgusting to eat, and that things like medications expire making them ineffective. But what about tampons? Do tampons have an expiration date? 

## Do tampons have an expiration date? 

So, here’s the short answer: yes. Tampons can expire. Why does this matter? Tampons go inside your body, which is why it’s important to pay attention to whether or not your tampons have expired. 

Generally speaking, tampons expire after five years. Even though they may not look any different than brand new ones, expired tampons shouldn’t be used. Obviously, tampons won’t deteriorate immediately once five years is up, but bacteria and small particles of mould can find their way into your tampons after they’ve expired. 

## How do I know if my tampons have expired? 

You may not know that your tampons have expired just from looking at them. Instead, look for the expiration date on the side of your Tampax box. There will be two dates printed. One is the date of production, and the other is the month and year your tampons are due to expire. 

The good news is that tampons last a long time – half a decade! So, don’t worry about buying a supply and not being able to use them up before their expiration date. Five years is lots of time to use them – especially when you’re using them monthly during your [period](/en-gb/period-health/period-questions/) to go [swimming](/en-gb/period-health/can-you-swim-on-your-period/), to the beach and sporting events.

Don't want to give up on your training or physical exercises during your period, but are afraid about possible leakage? Worry not - [Tampax Pearl Compak Regular](/en-gb/our-tampons/pearl-compak-with-applicator/regular/) tampons come with a unique MotionFit technology that gently expands and fits your body's unique shape, while a LeakGuard braid prevents any leakage before it even happens. With Tampax Pearl tampons you can exercise to your heart's content!


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Which tampon sizes do you need? Know your flow

Do you wonder how often you should change your tampon when you have your period? Here’s the low down on tampon change – how to do it and how often.

How Often Should You Change Your Tampon?

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How to deal with periods?

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Your burning questions about bladder infections?

Tampax Compak Super Plus tampons offer protection and discretion for heavy flow days during your period.

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