feminine hygiene products & justice

The disposable hygiene products used during menstruation are a great example of the connections between environmental justice, health, and feminism.

From the feminist perspective, these disposal products are sold to women by convincing them that their menstrual cycle and vagina is dirty and needs to be cleaned up. In reality, women are exposing themselves to harmful chemicals (like dioxin) and risking their health in the pursuit of "cleanliness".

This is a great article on the health and environmental effects of these products, as well as alternatives: Green Your Period