Menstruation isn’t always a walk in the park. It can be a challenging time for many women, impacting comfort and confidence. Nayanthara, co-founder of Femi9 Pads, shares her personal journey and how discovering Femi9 transformed her period experience. “When I met Dr.Gomathi, Founder of Femi9 pads, she had given a demonstration of product features and it was like magic. How can the pads be like this?,” Nayanthara recalls.
Femi9 pads are crafted to be a reliable companion for women throughout their menstrual cycle. With discomfort, irritation, and potential leaks being common challenges, finding the right menstrual product is essential. While various options exist in the market, sanitary pads remain the go-to choice for 80 per cent of women due to their convenience and availability.
However, conventional chemical pads pose significant health and environmental risks. Made with materials like plastic, recycled wood pulp and artificial fragrances, these pads can lead to discomfort, skin irritation, allergic reactions and hormonal disruptions. Moreover, the bleaching process involving chlorine chemicals produces harmful byproducts like dioxins, which are linked to serious health issues such as PCOD, PCOS, and cervical cancer.