Product Safety FAQ

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Absolutely, our products are skin-friendly. Our "dermatologically tested" products undergo rigorous safety studies on humans and are safe for skin contact. 

"Hypoallergenic" products are designed to minimize allergic reactions. Our hypoallergenic products are perfume-free and free of substances causing skin sensitization. We meticulously limit allergenic components, validated by our complaint statistics, ensuring your safety.

While individual reactions vary, our products are crafted to be gentle. We select allergen-free materials and assess potential allergens. Skin-related complaints are exceptionally rare, thanks to our stringent product safety measures.

We conduct skin irritation tests on humans to ensure our products are safe and gentle. Our Global Supplier Standard restricts allergens. Perfumes, when used, are clearly labeled and thoroughly assessed for safety.

Our dedicated Product Safety team rigorously assesses all materials in our products for compliance with legal requirements and safety standards. These assessments include analyses of chemical residues and comprehensive toxicological tests, including those for skin irritation. While we can't guarantee zero skin irritation, we take extensive measures to minimize the risk.

TSS is extremely rare and not directly linked to tampon use. It can occur even without tampons. Always follow usage instructions, choose the right absorption level, and adhere to maximum wear time guidelines for tampons.

Note: Currently, Saba® tampons are not available as a product in the US.

We are stringent about chemicals affecting hormones. We demand transparency from our suppliers, screen for selected substances, and ensure they are undetectable or well below concerning levels. We stay updated with the latest scientific data to maintain your safety.

We conduct thorough safety assessments to ensure no harmful chemicals are present. Our materials undergo stringent evaluation, ensuring any potential trace chemicals are below safe levels based on the latest scientific data.

The safety of a product depends on its chemical composition and amounts, not whether they are natural or synthetic. Both can be safe or toxic. We focus on the specific chemicals in our products, prioritizing safety regardless of their origin.

Yes, sustainability is paramount. We use over 40% recycled fibers in our global tissue production. We continuously innovate, exploring new designs, renewable materials, and recycling methods to contribute to a circular society.

Our hygiene products are not bleached with chlorine gas. We use ECF (elemental chlorine-free) and TCF (totally chlorine-free) methods, both environmentally friendly and safe, ensuring our products meet stringent standards.

We prioritize reducing plastic use and increasing recyclability. We use plastics only where necessary for hygiene and safety. Our goal is 100% recyclability for all packaging, and 85% of our packaging will be made from renewable or recycled material by 2025.

Our plastic bottles are made of polyethylene and do not contain bisphenol A. It is prohibited by our Global Supplier Standard and isn't used in the production process, ensuring your safety.

No need to worry about Bisphenol A in our products. It's not intentionally added to our raw materials and isn't used in the production process. Our rigorous analysis ensures any potential traces are well below safety limits.

We never intentionally add dangerous substances, including formaldehyde, to our products. Trace levels might be present in raw materials, but when detected, these are barely over the limit. No need for concern as we prioritize your safety.

Our products undergo rigorous testing under gynecological control. Only approved, carefully chosen ingredients are used, ensuring safety for our customers. You can confidently use Essity intimate washes.

We never intentionally add phthalates to our hygiene products. While trace levels might be found in raw materials, these are so minimal that they're barely detectable and far below safety levels. Your safety is our top priority.

Rest assured, none of our materials are bleached with chlorine gas, the method that produces dioxins. Any trace levels detected are either below or just above detection limits, similar to natural environmental levels and well below regulatory limits.

Our products do not contain harmful chemicals or known carcinogens in amounts anywhere near dangerous. We strictly prohibit the use of known carcinogenic and mutagenic chemicals in our raw materials and production processes, ensuring your safety.

Some feminine pads and liners do contain perfume. We rigorously assess these perfumes for safety, clearly labeling products with terms like "contains perfume" or "scented" to keep you informed. Your well-being and transparency are our priorities.

Essity does not use wood fibers from genetically modified trees and commits to use only fresh fibers wich are either FSC (Forecast Stewardship Council) or PEFC (Programme for Endorsement of Forest Certification) certified. 

We recognize the uncertainties regarding GMOs' environmental and health risks, adopting a precautionary approach to materials derived from GMOs. For more details, refer to Essity's GMO position.

Preserving cosmetic products is essential to ensure their safe use, as otherwise they are vulnerable to attack by micro-organisms. So, yes, we do use preservatives in some of our cosmetic products – both to maintain product integrity and to protect you, the consumer.

The preservatives we use are meticulously assesed and chosen, ensuring both legal compliance and safety for consumers. 

Absorbent hygiene products like towels, tampons, liners, or period panties do not require preservation. Substances with a biocidal effect are added only to specific products with properties like preventing odor or antimicrobial effects. Any traces of preservatives in additives or manufacturing chemicals are minimal and not a cause for concern.