Every year on April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day. For us, it's yet another reminder that we face an urgent need to act to protect our planet. Fortunately, the universe of possibilities seems to be expanding ever more, allowing us to live better with our environment.

At Idoine, we are also aware that supporting environmental causes comes with a mental burden, often greater for women, who make up the majority of our customers. Indeed, they are more supportive of environmental protection than men, which can be a source of stress for them. In an effort to make eco-responsible alternatives more accessible in terms of cosmetics, Idoine offers a deposit service for its empty containers, as well as several zero-waste products . One of these products, of which we are very proud, is our reusable tampon, produced in collaboration with Öko Créations , also a local company.

In addition to using eco-friendly, unbleached hemp fiber, these tampons are designed to last beyond 6 years. Not only will you reduce your waste, but your wallet will also benefit. What's more, disposable tampons, which often contain insecticides, pesticides, and chlorine, can cause irritation, allergies, and an increase in skin problems. Therefore, we benefit on all levels from using products that are designed and manufactured with eco-friendly and gentle ingredients in mind, and are made locally.

In short, choosing "turnkey" cosmetic products—that is, products that are healthy for your body, your wallet, and the environment—is what motivates our team to join forces with like-minded colleagues. In this way, we want you to be able to make informed and worry-free choices.

Author: Éliane Dussault