Our Sustainability Steps

Organic cotton period care offers some major benefits for both you and the planet. Let’s dive into the deets below!

Gentle on Your Body: ​​Organic cotton is soft, breathable, hypoallergenic and naturally absorbent. Plus, it can reduce the risk of irritation and discomfort, especially if you have sensitive skin. 

Better for the Environment: The organic cotton used in our tampons and pads is sourced from certified Organic Content Standard (OCS) farms dedicated to maintaining the environment. Organic farming practices save water, conserve natural areas, and help reduce total global emissions. 

Reducing Waste: Organic cotton tampons break down better in landfills than conventional ones because they’re made from natural materials, which degrade faster than synthetic fibers like rayon.

Did you know?! Plastic tampon applicators are among the top ten items found during beach clean-ups. 

Aunt Flow tampons are plastic-free while STILL maintaining comfort. Our smooth-tip applicators with concave grips allow for easy insertion while also caring for the environment. By sticking with cardboard applicators, Aunt Flow has ensured that 23,520,000 plastic applicators did not end up in waterways or landfills. 

Aunt Flow period products are made without any synthetic fibers, rayon, dyes, PFAs, chemicals, chlorine bleaching, or yucky fragrances. Because what you put in your body matters. 

Yes! Aunt Flow's period care products are proudly FDA-certified, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality for all users. Our tampons are certified with the OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 label—tested and proven to be harmless to human health and 100% toxin-free!

You bet! The organic cotton used in our cartridge tampons and pads is sourced from certified Organic Content Standard (OCS) farms committed to maintaining the environment. Aunt Flow period care products are also…

• FDA certified
• OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified
• Gynecologically tested and approved
• Dermatologically tested and approved

In commercial settings, composting isn't the best end-of-life option for used period products due to health risks and contamination concerns. Most composters, according to the Compost Manufacturing Alliance, don’t accept these items unless they have a specific certification. However, compostable packaging (like wrappers) could go in compost bins — with clear education to prevent contamination and ensure proper disposal.