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## How Does Tampax Conduct Its Research?

At Tampax, hundreds of engineers, chemists, biologists, and safety scientists evaluate every ingredient throughout the discovery, design, and development of our products. 

We are obsessed with ingredient safety and are continuously studying new scientific literature, reviewing consumer comments and connecting with experts to remain on top of the science. 

Did you know that P&G Fem Care   has over 200 engineers, chemists, biologists and safety scientists that focus just on period products?

We test product performance by evaluating product usage in real life situations, with real people on their periods.

We also assess performance and absorbency by using standardized period blood substitutes with the similar properties to menses.

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## Tampax Compact Pearl

Don't settle for less when you could get more with Tampax Radiant. Get up to 100% leak and odor free protection with Tampax Radiant tampons designed with a LeakGuard Braid to help stop leaks before they happen. Plus, Tampax Radiant has a comfort grip for precise and comfortable insertion. Tampax Radiant tampons have a CleanSeal Wrapper for more clean disposal (vs Tampax Pearl). Tampax Tampons are made with body safe** ingredients. Choose from four absorbencies to match your changing flow. Leaking? Go up an absorbency. Uncomfortable to remove? Go down an absorbency. Tampax Radiant Tampons have a smooth comfort layer for easy removal, even on your light days. Tampax Tampons are made without perfume. Plus, Tampax products are OEKO TEX standard 100 certified, meaning they are tested for up to 1,000 harmful substances (Certificate #24.HUS.14474). Ready to ditch the leaks? Get incredible protection with Tampax, the #1 tampon brand recommended by U.S. Gynecologist (based on 2025 survey). Discover your perfect flow combo and get the protection you need. Tampax boxes are recyclable.

** All materials meet FDA Medical Device biocompatibility criteria and are safe when used as intended. HOW TO INSERT A TAMPON: Slowly insert the tampon applicator from the tip, all the way to the grip, then push the pusher. After you’ve pushed the pusher in all the way, pull the applicator out. How to remove a tampon: You'll use your thumb and finger to grip the string and pull it slowly out. Properly dispose of your tampon in the trash. 

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It’s time to Tampax and live your life without limits. Get up to 8 hours of comfort and protection with Tampax Cardboard tampons with a LeakGuard Skirt to help stop leaks before they happen. They feature an Anti-Slip Grip and gently expand to your unique shape. Tampax Tampons are made without perfume. Get amazing protection with Tampax, the #1 U.S. Gynecologist recommended tampon brand*. Tampax boxes are recyclable. How to insert a tampon: Slowly insert the tampon applicator from the tip, all the way to the grip. After you’ve pushed the plunger in all the way, pull the applicator out. How to remove a tampon: You'll use your thumb and finger to grip the string and pull it slowly out. Properly dispose of your tampon in the trash. Discover your perfect flow combo and get the protection you need.

(* based on 2025 survey)

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It’s time to Tampax and live your life without limits. Get incredible comfort and protection with Tampax Cardboard tampons made with a LeakGuard Skirt to help stop leaks before they even happen. They feature an Anti-Slip Grip for easy insertion and gently expand to your individual shape thanks to FormFit. Tampax Cardboard Mixed Absorbencies provides you with up to eight hours of protection you can feel good about. Free of dyes, perfume, latex*, BPA, and elemental chlorine bleaching.

Ready to ditch the leaks? Get amazing protection with Tampax, the #1 U.S. Gynecologist recommended tampon brand**. Discover your perfect flow combo and get the protection you need.

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Get up to 100% leak free protection with Tampax Compact Tampons- designed to be compact and discreet, providing convenient period protection on the go. With Tampax Compact, you can get the same incredible all day* comfort and protection as with Tampax Pearl tampons in a compact extendable applicator (* up to 8hrs). Tampax Compact tampons have a LeakGuard Braid to help stop leaks before they happen. Protection you can trust is as easy as 1-2-3 with Tampax Compact. Step 1: Pull out the Pusher. Step 2: Click it into Place. Step 3: Push to insert. Plus, Tampax Tampons are made with body safe** ingredients. Choose from three different absorbencies to match your changing flow. Leaking? Go up an absorbency. Uncomfortable to remove? Go down an absorbency. Tampax Compact Tampons have a smooth comfort layer for easy removal, even on your light days. Tampax Tampons are made without perfume. Tampax products are OEKO TEX standard 100 certified, meaning they are tested for up to 1,000 harmful substances (Certificate #24.HUS.14474). Get incredible protection with Tampax, the #1 tampon brand recommended by U.S. Gynecologist (based on 2025 survey). Discover your perfect flow combo and get the protection you need. Tampax boxes are recyclable.

** All materials meet FDA Medical Device biocompatibility criteria and are safe when used as intended. HOW TO INSERT A TAMPON: Slowly insert the tampon applicator from the tip, all the way to the grip, then push the pusher. After you’ve pushed the pusher in all the way, pull the applicator out. How to remove a tampon: You'll use your thumb and finger to grip the string and pull it slowly out. Properly dispose of your tampon in the trash.

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Say hello to up to 100% leak free periods with Tampax's Dual Protection System. Only Tampax has a LeakGuard braid that helps stop leaks before they happen. Plus, Tampax Tampons gently expand to fit your unique shape. Inserting Tampax Pearl tampons is made easy thanks to the applicator’s Anti-Slip Grip. Get all day comfort and protection for up to eight hours with Tampax Pearl. Plus, Tampax Tampons are made with body safe* ingredients. Choose from five different absorbencies to match your changing flow. Leaking? Go up an absorbency. Uncomfortable to remove? Go down an absorbency. Tampax Pearl Tampons have a smooth comfort layer for easy removal, even on your light days. Tampax Tampons are made without perfume. Plus, Tampax products are OEKO TEX standard 100 certified, meaning they are tested for up to 1,000 harmful substances (Certificate #24.HUS.14474). Get incredible protection with Tampax, the #1 tampon brand recommended by U.S. Gynecologist (based on 2025 survey). Discover your perfect flow combo and get the protection you need. Tampax boxes are recyclable. 

*All materials meet FDA Medical Device biocompatibility criteria and are safe when used as intended. HOW TO INSERT A TAMPON: Slowly insert the tampon applicator from the tip, all the way to the grip, then push the pusher. After you’ve pushed the pusher in all the way, pull the applicator out. How to remove a tampon: You'll use your thumb and finger to grip the string and pull it slowly out. Properly dispose of your tampon in the trash.


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It’s a new time for that time of the month. Experience an easy first tampon trial with the Tampax Starter Kit. The Tampax Starter Kit comes with step-by-step visual instructions (even on the wrapper!). Get trusted Tampax Protection with the Tampax Starter Kit. Tampax gently expand to fit your unique shape, and only Tampax has a LeakGuard braid that helps stop leaks before they happen. Tampons are made with body safe* ingredients. Plus, the Tampax Starter Kit comes with two absorbencies for your changing flow. Leaking? Go up an absorbency. Uncomfortable to remove? Go down an absorbency. Tampax Tampons for women have a smooth comfort layer for easy removal, even on your light days. Tampax Tampons are made without perfume. Tampax products are OEKO TEX standard 100 certified, meaning they are tested for up to 1,000 harmful substances (Certificate #24.HUS.14474). Tampax is the #1 tampon brand recommended by U.S. Gynecologist (based on 2025 survey). Discover your perfect flow combo and get the protection you need. Tampax boxes are recyclable. 

*All materials meet FDA Medical Device biocompatibility criteria and are safe when used as intended. HOW TO INSERT A TAMPON: Slowly insert the tampon applicator from the tip, all the way to the grip, then push the pusher. After you’ve pushed the pusher in all the way, pull the applicator out. How to remove a tampon: You'll use your thumb and finger to grip the string and pull it slowly out. Properly dispose of your tampon in the trash.

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## What Are Tampons Made Of?

## What's the Deal with Heavy Metals and Tampons?

Almost everything in the world has a safe and an unsafe level or limit - including things like water! 

For example, the trace amount of metals that could be found in a tampon is very small – not unlike the low amounts found in the food and water you consume every day.

OEKO-TEX®, a globally recognized independent research and test institute, granted Tampax tampons the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification. This means that every component of the product was tested for up to 1,000 harmful substances, including heavy metals, and succeeded in meeting the stringent safety criteria.

What's the Deal with Heavy Metals and Tampons?

At Tampax, your safety and comfort come first. Everyone wants what’s best for their body, and when there’s a question about safety, we take that seriously.

Our commitment to your safety is among the reasons why Tampax is the __#1 recommended tampon brand by U.S. gynecologists__ (based on 2025 survey). 

## Here are answers to four commonly asked questions we hear from consumers about tampon safety.

## What’s Really in Tampax Tampons?

At Tampax, the safety of our ingredients and materials is the most important choice we make for our products.

Our tampon ingredients undergo extensive safety evaluation before we use them in our products including a thorough science-based, multi-step evaluation process

__[Click here](/en-us/about/ingredients/what-tampons-are-made-of/) to learn more about Tampax ingredients.__

## How Does Tampax Test Tampons for Safety?

Our tampons are rigorously evaluated through a science-based, multi-step safety evaluation process that meets or exceeds FDA regulatory requirements for safety.

[Click here](/en-us/about/ingredients/ingredient-safety/) to learn more about how tampax tests for safety.

## What Do Scientists and Healthcare Professionals Say About Tampax Safety?

__Don’t take our word for it.__ Tampax tampons are tested by independent, reputable scientific laboratories

## Independent Laboratory Tests

OEKO-TEX®, a globally recognized independent research and test institute, granted Tampax tampons the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification. 
This means that every component of the product was tested for up to 1,000 harmful substances, including heavy metals, and succeeded in meeting the stringent safety criteria.


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## Your Safety Questions, Answered