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4th Annual Redistribution Pledge: Ending Period Poverty
Team August

4th Annual Redistribution Pledge: Ending...

Everything you need to know about our 4th Annual Redistribution Pledge towards ending period poverty.
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August’s Reaction to the Recent Study About Metals Found in Tampons
Team August

August’s Reaction to the Recent...

TLDR: August tampons are safe to use; no metals are added to our products. This is our reaction + response...
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Let's talk about evidence-based vaginal health care with Pomcare!
By Sonia Byun (she/her), Interviewed by Ruby Moon (she/her) from Team August

Let's talk about evidence-based vaginal...

What if you had access to gynecological answers from the palm of your hand? Meet Pomcare. We’re here to introduce...
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Is it true that my menstrual cycle can sync with other menstruators?
Team August

Is it true that my menstrual cycle can sync with other menstruators?

Don't worry, if you're not a menstruator, or you're a first time menstruator, this is a valid question. But for...
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5 Things Your Period is Trying to Tell You
Ruby Moon (she/her) from August Period Care. Verified by Dr. Saru Bala, ND.

5 Things Your Period is...

Menstrual cycles are driven by hormonal changes. With that, come symptoms, often referred to as PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome).
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Announcing August’s Partnership with Plastic Collective: 100% Net Plastic Recycled Certified
Team August

Announcing August’s Partnership with Plastic...

At August, sustainability is a core value. From the beginning, we’ve dedicated ourselves to creating organic, comfy, and inclusive period products with...
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How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

The first step is to figure out if you prefer using a tampon with an applicator or without. We'd recommend August tampons which have a BPA-free plastic, long, smooth, rounded tip applicator made fo...

How do you make a tampon more comfortable?

The first step is to figure out if you prefer using a tampon with an applicator or without. We'd recommend August tampons which have a BPA-free plastic, long, smooth, rounded tip applicator made fo...

How often should I change my tampon?

How often should I change my tampon?

You will get to know your regular flow with more practice, but changing it more often is always better! With tampons, changing it every 4-8 is recommended. This will prevent leakage but also Toxic...

How often should I change my tampon?

You will get to know your regular flow with more practice, but changing it more often is always better! With tampons, changing it every 4-8 is recommended. This will prevent leakage but also Toxic...

What are August's long term goals for sustainability?

What are August's long term goals for sustainab...

While we want to launch with the most sustainable tampons, pads, and liners on the market, there is still a lot more that we can do, and so we are making a commitment to becoming even more sustaina...

What are August's long term goals for sustainab...

While we want to launch with the most sustainable tampons, pads, and liners on the market, there is still a lot more that we can do, and so we are making a commitment to becoming even more sustaina...

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Yes, a tampon could 'break' your hymen but it's nothing to be too concerned about. Usually the hymen (which is just a thin little layer of skin) is worn down gradually so by the time you put a tam...

Will using a tampon break your hymen?

Yes, a tampon could 'break' your hymen but it's nothing to be too concerned about. Usually the hymen (which is just a thin little layer of skin) is worn down gradually so by the time you put a tam...

What are August products made of?

What are August products made of?

All of our products are toxin-free, fragrance-free, and hypoallergenic! Build you box NOW! Our pads and liners are made of 100% organic cotton, natural fluff pulp, and Japanese SAP! Our tampons a...

What are August products made of?

All of our products are toxin-free, fragrance-free, and hypoallergenic! Build you box NOW! Our pads and liners are made of 100% organic cotton, natural fluff pulp, and Japanese SAP! Our tampons a...

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Not necessarily, everyone is different, but it should fit comfortably if inserted correctly. They are made to be put inside the upper part of the vagina, the furthest away from the vaginal opening....

Should I be able to feel my tampon inside of me?

Not necessarily, everyone is different, but it should fit comfortably if inserted correctly. They are made to be put inside the upper part of the vagina, the furthest away from the vaginal opening....

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this far.”

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this...

Meet Ariana (she/they), the elementary school teacher navigating life with endometriosis. “I began teaching when I saw how lots of kids have potential, but get told too often that “won’t...

Endometriosis: “It’s tough, but we made it this...

Meet Ariana (she/they), the elementary school teacher navigating life with endometriosis. “I began teaching when I saw how lots of kids have potential, but get told too often that “won’t...

Cartoon Artist and Period Powerhouse living with Chronic Illness

Cartoon Artist and Period Powerhouse living wit...

Have you been looking for an artist who perfectly illustrates the Chronic Illness experience? Look no further. Isabella Šuta (she/her) – aka @uhjeeze – is an artist who illustrates cartoons about her...

Cartoon Artist and Period Powerhouse living wit...

Have you been looking for an artist who perfectly illustrates the Chronic Illness experience? Look no further. Isabella Šuta (she/her) – aka @uhjeeze – is an artist who illustrates cartoons about her...

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometriosis? Spotlight on Medical Gaslighting x Misinformation.

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometrio...

1 in 10 people who menstruate have endometriosis. Perhaps that number could be even higher if the diagnosis didn’t take as long as it currently does. What is endometriosis? The...

Why Does It Take So Long to Diagnose Endometrio...

1 in 10 people who menstruate have endometriosis. Perhaps that number could be even higher if the diagnosis didn’t take as long as it currently does. What is endometriosis? The...