Tampax (a portmanteau of tampon and packs) is a brand of tampon currently owned by Procter & Gamble. It was based in White Plains, New York, US until its sale to Procter & Gamble in 1997. It is a subsidiary of P&G's Always brand and is sold in over 100 countries.

2002 That groundbreaking new tampon was Tampax Pearl, which debuted in 2002 with a plastic applicator and rounded tip; it was an immediate success.

In 1931, Earl Haas invented the menstrual tampon most commonly used in the twenty-first century. Later, Gertrude Tendrich produced the first commercial tampon brand, Tampax, using Haas's patented design.

Haas obtained a patent in 1933, and combining the terms “tampon” and “vaginal packs,” he called his product Tampax. Tampax arrived on shelves in the mid-1930s - and was one of the great game-changers in 20th-century periods.

Why the Maine Plant Matters. Tampax is by far America's No. 1 tampon brand, with control of nearly a third of the market in 2021, according to Euromonitor International. And the plant in Maine is the only one where P&G makes the products in North America.

Tampons are a great option for women who swim or do other athletic activities. They're also less visible under clothing. Some women also prefer tampons because they're easier to carry and you don't feel them the same way you do pads.

Tampax Pearl Regular tampons help stop leaks before they happen for light to medium flow days during your period. They are free from fragrances. These tampons feature a SmoothTouch plastic applicator and contoured anti-slip grip for comfortable, easy insertion.

Tampax Pearl Tampons have a special LeakGuard Braid to help stop leaks before they happen, while a Smooth Removal Layer allows for easy removal. Plus, FormFit Protection gently expands to fit your individual shape.

Why the Maine Plant Matters. Tampax is by far America's No. 1 tampon brand, with control of nearly a third of the market in 2021, according to Euromonitor International. And the plant in Maine is the only one where P&G makes the products in North America.

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Let's get into the how Tampax tampons absorbent core is made of two main responsibly sourced materials cotton from Barnhardt a family-owned business in the US and regenerated cellulose from wood pulp

Among applicator tampons, we like Tampax Pearl and Tampax Pure (an organic choice) best. O.B. Pro Comfort and O.B. Organic tampons are our favorite applicator-free options.