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Do Tampons Make You Feel Clean or Dirty?

Okay I need honesty do you feel clean after using tampons or always a little grossed out after?

Because every time I take one out, I’m like no way this is normal.

And yes, I shower. Yes, I use wipes. Still feel off 😭

Maybe it’s just me but tampons never feel clean clean.

Pads feel bulky, but tampons feel invasive. So what’s worse??

#GirlTalk #lemon8challenge #wellness #period #tampons

2025/11/1 Edited to

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I can’t use tampons for some reason they irrate me I have no clue why

Clean, honestly. Tampons help me feel more comfortable and at ease during my period. Any feeling of “dirty” comes from old stigma, not from the product itself.

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