Well-educated women are less likely to use scented pads and other hygiene products; This may increase the risk of allergies, asthma, cancer, endocrine disorders and pregnancy complications. A study by scientists from Columbia University (CU) was published in the journal Limits in Reproductive Health.
Researchers combined and analyzed data from two surveys in which participants reported on their use of menstrual and intimate care products, including tampons, sanitary pads, menstrual cups, douches, wipes and powders.
White women were almost twice as likely to use unscented tampons, three times more likely to use a menstrual cup, almost half as likely to use wipes, and a quarter more likely to douche than black women. Women with a bachelor’s degree (or higher) were significantly more likely to use unscented products. Additionally, younger participants between the ages of 18 and 24 reported using menstrual cups more frequently.
Scented hygiene products can potentially affect the health of less educated people or people of color who face discrimination regarding beauty standards. Understanding how social identity may shape an individual’s preferences for certain types of cosmetics is important for developing strategies to reduce exposure to toxins and health disparities.
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Source: Gazeta
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