A lot of us try to make more thoughtful choices when it comes to what we eat, what we put on our skin, and the products we use every day. But what about the products that come into contact with some of the most intimate parts of our bodies?
Founded in Montreal, Iris + Arlo was created with one goal in mind: to rethink period care. The brand focuses on products that are comfortable to use, made with carefully chosen materials, and designed to have a lower environmental impact, all while helping move the conversation around menstrual equity forward.
Here’s why they’ve become one of our favourite choices for period care.
Gentler products for the body
Organic cotton is at the heart of Iris + Arlo’s approach. Compared with rayon or certain synthetic materials commonly found in period products, organic cotton is a natural, soft, and breathable fibre.
The absorbent parts of Iris + Arlo tampons and pads are made with 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton. It is also grown without synthetic pesticides, helping limit the use of certain substances right from the start.
Their tampons feature an absorbent core, protective layer, and string made with certified organic cotton. They are also made without fragrance, BPA, elemental chlorine, or dioxins.
The idea is simple: be more mindful of the materials that spend hours in contact with some of the most sensitive areas of the body.
Better choices for the environment
A menstrual product may only be used for a few hours, but the waste it creates can last much longer. That’s why Iris + Arlo puts a strong focus on reducing plastic and choosing more thoughtfully designed materials.
Their tampons come with a cardboard applicator instead of a plastic one, each tampon is wrapped in recyclable paper, and the box itself is recyclable too.
According to the brand, its tampons and pads can break down in about 150 days under the right conditions, while some more conventional menstrual products that contain more plastic can take hundreds of years to decompose. The pads and panty liner packaging is compostable and made from biofilm, while the box is made from FSC-certified cardboard.
For products we use month after month, small changes like these can really add up.
A brand that gives back
For Iris + Arlo, better period care also means better access to menstrual products.
The brand helps fight menstrual insecurity by distributing products to people in need through partner organizations. It also works with schools, businesses, and public spaces to make menstrual products easier to access in everyday life.
That social mission is a big part of what sets the brand apart: helping normalize periods, reduce barriers to access, and make sure no one has to choose between menstrual products and another essential expense.
Thoughtful products, less waste, and a positive impact that goes beyond the bathroom. That’s a pretty solid way to change the rules.
Iris + Arlo products at LEO
Tampons with applicator → Two absorbency levels so you can choose what works best for your flow.
Day pads → Their wings help keep everything comfortably in place throughout the day.
Panty liners → Ultra-thin, discreet, and wingless, they’re ideal for vaginal discharge, the end of your period, or a little extra protection.
To make your routine even easier, LEO also offers a recurring delivery option: your products are automatically delivered every 3 months, and you get 15% off every time. It’s an easy way to save while making sure you never have to think about restocking at the last minute. Start your cart now.
So, why choose Iris + Arlo?
Iris + Arlo is built around three simple ideas: creating gentler products for the body, reducing environmental impact, and giving back to the community.
That means certified organic cotton, less plastic, more thoughtful packaging, and a real commitment to making mentrual products more accessible.
It’s a more conscious approach to periods—one that considers the person using the product, the waste left behind, and the people who deserve better access to period care.
