Voices Blog

Lesson from Charlottesville: We (white people) have work to do

15 Aug 2017

What we witnessed was an explosion of the undercurrent of racism that permeates every system in this country. Our country. We have allowed that current to go unchecked for far too long.

The Disturbing Parallels Between Period Shaming and Slut Shaming

02 Aug 2017

If we can’t talk openly and respectfully about periods, about our vaginas, and about our bodies—we’ll never convince policymakers to regulate the feminine care industry, or move major manufacturers to value our health.

Congress makes a move to address long-ignored feminine hygiene concerns

26 Jul 2017

Congresswoman Meng (D-NY) convinces her colleagues on the House Appropriations committee to include a specific request to the FDA to respond to WVE’s petition regarding dangerous dyes in feminine washes.

Will the Personal Care Products Safety Act Ensure the Safety of Cosmetics, Salon Products?

26 Jul 2017

The bill is intended to fix the deeply flawed system currently in place that is supposed to oversee cosmetic and salon product safety. But is it enough?

Do you Know What’s in Your Tampons and Pads?

13 Jul 2017

On average, a woman will use over 16,000 tampons in her lifetime, yet companies aren’t required to tell you what they put in them. Unbelievably, no federal law exists which requires disclosure of all ingredients in feminine products. But that is changing...

Natracare: Thirty Years for Women’s Health

11 Jul 2017

I have been a revolutionary warrior since 1989. Outraged by the lack of concern and growing evidence about the risks of synthetics and toxic residuals on women’s health...Natracare's Susie Hewson raises her voice!

Summer Lovin’ : A Blog on Good Lube

07 Jul 2017

The difference a good lube can make is not limited to how it feels when you use it, but can also have serious impact on your sexual health long after the sexy part is over. Guest blog from Good Clean Love.