THE WHAT? US Senator Maggie Hassan has written to Tampon manufacturers to encourage them to address the supply shortages of products on shelves.
THE DETAILS According to Bloomberg, US Senator Maggie Hassan wrote to manufacturers Procter & Gamble, Edgewell Personal Care co, Johnson & Johnson and Kimberly-Clark to enquire into their plans to address the proposed shortages and third party price gouging.
The letter stated that the companies should take ‘immediate action to increase the tampon supply and end unnecessary price increases. Access to menstrual products should be treated like every other essential good.”
THE WHY? J&J responded stating it does not make tampons in the U.S., while P&G, which has a near 50 percent market share in U.S. menstrual-care supplies, said it is “working hard to ramp up production to meet the increased demand for our products.”
Edgewell blamed an increase in COVID-19 Omicron variant for any lowered inventory.
It said, “We have been operating our manufacturing facilities around the clock to build back inventory and anticipate returning to normal levels in the coming weeks.”
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Skincare Products: Including cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and treatments designed to address various skin concerns such as acne, aging, hyperpigmentation, and sensitivity.
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Cosmetics: Makeup products such as foundations, concealers, eyeliners, lipsticks, and eyeshadows used to enhance facial features and achieve desired looks.
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Hair Care Products: Shampoos, conditioners, styling products, and treatments to maintain and improve the health and appearance of hair.
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Fragrances: Perfumes and colognes used to enhance personal scent and attractiveness.
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Dental Care Products: Toothpaste, mouthwash, whitening treatments, and dental floss aimed at maintaining oral hygiene and enhancing smile aesthetics.
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Personal Grooming Tools: Including razors, electric shavers, trimmers, and grooming kits used for hair removal and personal hygiene.
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Beauty Devices: Devices such as facial cleansing brushes, LED light therapy masks, and microcurrent devices designed for at-home skincare treatments.
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Nutritional Supplements: Supplements aimed at promoting skin health, hair growth, and overall well-being, often containing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
