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Do OB tampons have applicators?

Do OB tampons have applicators?

Since there’s no applicator between you and the tampon, the o.b. ® tampon begins to absorb as you insert it. And there’s no messy applicator to deal with. You’re done.

Are OB tampons still made?

o.b. is a brand of tampon, originally developed in Germany in 1950 and manufactured by Carl Hahn GmbH. It is now owned by Edgewell Personal Care….o.b. (brand)

Owner Edgewell Personal Care
Introduced March 1950
Markets Worldwide
Previous owners Carl Hahn GmbH (1950–1974) Johnson & Johnson (1974–2013) (US only)

What year did OB tampons come out?

O.B. Tampons were first made available in the United States in 1978. Their simple, applicator-free design offered women a more affordable option in feminine care. Featuring highly absorbent layers with deep ridges, the tampons expanded width-wise to fit a woman’s body and provided comfortable, long-lasting protection.

Why are OB tampons out of stock everywhere?

Edgewell Personal Care, which makes Playtex and o.b. tampons, said “extensive workforce shortages” caused by the coronavirus pandemic impacted production of its menstrual products.

Why are there no OB tampons?

The company said that dropping Ultra tampons, the most absorbent version, was a business decision. There were no health issues, such as reports of toxic shock syndrome, that led to the decision, which was made last September.

Are OB tampons good?

o.b. In our Lab tests, these o.b. Organic tampons received high scores for holding onto fluid to prevent leaks. Our testers found these 100% organic cotton tampons comfy to remove, ideal when changing your tampon frequently. They didn’t absorb as much as other styles, so they are great if you have a lighter flow.

Why can’t I get OB tampons?

Why did they stop making OB tampons?

Are OB tampons better for the environment?

“Organic tampons are definitely better for the environment — and the individual — than standard tampons,” Dr. Gersh explained. This is because they don’t contain toxic ingredients like pesticides, herbicides, bleaches, and disinfectants that are frequently present in standard tampons.

Are non-applicator tampons easier?

Non-applicator tampons are much smaller and easier to carry around. Being smaller means less packaging and waste, which is more environmentally friendly, especially if you’re using biodegradable, organic cotton tampons.

Does OB make a light tampon?

o.b.® PRO COMFORT® Regular is great for first-time non-applicator tampon users, or for women with light to moderate flow.

Are OB tampons cotton?

o.b. Organic™ Regular o.b. organic™ tampons are made with 100% certified organic cotton from tip to string and are free from chlorine, fragrances and dyes. Regular absorbency for lighter flow days (between 6 and 9g).

Why choose an applicator-free tampon?

Each time you use an applicator-free o.b. tampon you’re adding one less applicator to a landfill. Or to the ocean. At o.b., we’ve always believed that the best applicator is no applicator at all. But we also know a lot of women prefer using a tampon with an applicator. So we’ve created our “second best” applicator.

Who invented the ob® tampon?

Dr. Judith Esser named the product o.b.®, which stands for “ohne binde” in German – or “without napkins.” (Sanitary pads are often called binde in Europe.) Who invented the o.b.® tampon? It all began 50 years ago with German gynecologist Dr. Judith Esser’s personal quest for a smarter tampon.

Who makes OBB tampons in China?

Johnson & Johnson introduced o.b. tampons in China in 1993, and as of 2016 they were still the only brand of tampon sold in Chinese stores. In 2013 the o.b. brand was acquired from Johnson & Johnson by Edgewell Personal Care. ^ The o.b. Tampon Story. ob-tampons.com. Retrieved 11 December 2016.

What are our tampons made from?

Our tampons for Women are made from 100% organic cotton and are free from chlorine, fragrances and dyes. o.b. tampons – only what you need, nothing you don’t. This item o.b. Organic Tampons with New Plant-Based Applicator*, 100% Organic Cotton, Super, 18Count (Pack of 3)