The Scale of the Problem

The average person uses approximately 11,000 disposable period products in their lifetime. Most conventional pads contain up to 90% plastic. In landfill, these take 500–800 years to break down. Globally, ~45 billion period products are disposed of annually.

The Most Important Rule

Never flush period products. Even “flushable” products contribute to sewer blockages and ocean pollution. Always dispose of pads and tampons in the bin, wrapped in toilet paper or the new product wrapper.

How D&L Products Break Down

Our organic cotton top layer and FSC wood pulp core are biodegradable and break down significantly faster than synthetic alternatives. Our packaging is recyclable. While no disposable product is fully zero-waste, choosing natural materials meaningfully reduces your lifetime footprint.

Complementary Low-Waste Options

• D&L Panty Liners for light days
• Period underwear as backup on heavier days
• Menstrual cups or discs as a zero-waste internal option