Some like it soft, others prefer it harder. No, we're not talking about sex here, but about periods. Because here too there's a version for softies. The soft tampon is currently in all vaginas - oops, I mean on everyone's lips of course...my bad! Soft tampon - never heard of it? No problemo! We'll enlighten you and tell you why we think soft tampons have a BIG DISADVANTAGE (but more on that below). Let's get started.
Summary
Soft tampons are small sponges that you can insert very deeply.
These are designed to allow you to exercise, play around and do more in a relaxed manner even while you are bleeding .
The soft tampon adapts to your individual shape so that you no longer feel it.
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1. Soft tampon - what is it anyway?
Soft tampons aka sex tampons (you read that right) are supposed to give you the feeling of freedom that you lack during your period. They are a soft sponge made of foam. Like a tampon, they are pushed deep into the vagina and immediately absorb the blood.
So far so good. But why all the hype? When it comes to comfort, the soft tampon has won the hearts of some powerful women, because you can't feel it. It's also super discreet, because there is NO removal string at the end.
That means: Bye, bye tampon flashers.
2. Sexy time thanks to soft tampons?!
But that's not all. With the soft tampon, you can not only go to the sauna, do sports and swim, but also have sex ! Say whaaaat??? YES. SEX IS POSSIBLE WITH IT. If sex was uncomfortable for you during your period (which of course never has to be), you no longer need to worry about it. The soft tampon opens up a whole new world for you. But how does it work? And is it uncomfortable?
The answer is no . A soft tampon conforms to the individual shape of your vagina. If it is inserted correctly, neither you nor your partner will notice and you can have fun.
ATTENTION: A soft tampon is not a substitute for contraception and you should remove it immediately after intercourse.
3. Disadvantages of the soft tampon
Now you're probably asking yourself: WHY DON'T I HAVE SOMETHING LIKE THAT YET??? Stop! Before you make a hasty purchase, you should definitely read on. Because a soft tampon obviously has its advantages and disadvantages. We have to take the rose-tinted glasses off you now. Let's get real.
Let's get back to the missing string: OK, soft tampons don't have a string that can get stuck between your buttocks (come on, we've all been there). This makes removing the soft tampon all the more tricky and painful. And if there's one thing a sanitary product shouldn't do, it's hurt. Imagine you're out and about while you're doing this. It can even happen that you can't get it out because it's stuck deep inside and you can't get to it. Then you inevitably have to go to the gynaecologist or hospital and you usually don't want to do that. Sounds anything but relaxing, right?
4. Does the soft tampon protect against TSS?
The answer is NO! Of course, even a normal tampon or cup can trigger TSS .
But did you know that the risk of developing TSS is lower if you use organic tampons? But the most important thing is to change your product regularly. You should not leave a conventional or soft tampon in for longer than 6 hours.
Buying a soft tampon probably still sounds very tempting.
But how much does all this actually cost? You can get conventional tampons for under €5. This usually lasts for two whole cycles. A soft tampon is not quite as cheap. A single one costs around €1 .
You don't have to be a math genius to realize how much you have to dig deep into your pockets. After all, you have to change it every few hours.
5. Are soft tampons sustainable?
Nowadays, an environmentally conscious life is more important than ever.
So let's take a look at sustainability: the soft tampon definitely can't compete with the menstrual cup . After all, you have to change it every few hours and it isn't biodegradable. In addition, each soft tampon is individually packaged in plastic.
Don't conventional tampons do that too? Not quite: Our organic tampons are not only made from certified organic cotton, they are also packaged more sustainably.
No matter which product you ultimately choose, you can make a small contribution to the environment by disposing of it. Don't forget that period products like tampons belong in the trash and not in the toilet !
If you still need a soft tampon despite all the reasons against it, use it as a beauty blender. Not only will your makeup stay in place, it's also good for your wallet (when used in this way).
