Customer Reviews for Tampax Cardboard Applicator Tampons, Regular, Unscented, 10/Box (1702131)
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Most helpful positive review
Posted Nov 14, 2025
Wonderful
These are nice for a light flow, heavy flow. It stops the blood from leaking out. I recommend getting these if you are always worried about a leak. These are a lifesaver. They very in different sizes. You can get regular large. Whatever you need depending on your flow, they’re not uncomfortable you barely notice these are nice.
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Jun 4, 2025
Spend the extra money and get the plastic applicat
The applicator sucks! However once I got the tampon in it didn’t fit because it was loose and therefore was leaking the absorbency is fine but these are not comfortable.
alexandriab127_5509
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Posted Nov 14, 2025
Wonderful
These are nice for a light flow, heavy flow. It stops the blood from leaking out. I recommend getting these if you are always worried about a leak. These are a lifesaver. They very in different sizes. You can get regular large. Whatever you need depending on your flow, they’re not uncomfortable you barely notice these are nice.
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jadeg309_6870
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Posted Oct 24, 2025
Leak proof, comfy and worth the price
Always on my list for that time of the month. Yes they are a little more expensive than other brands but it really is worth it for the comfort and familiarity. They last a while and are comfortable to use. The applicator is also a big selling point for me.
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Jen P
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Posted Sep 30, 2025
Purchase Directly through Tampax
With carboard applicators not being easy to find, could purchasing through Tampax be an option. The plastic applicators are terrible for our environment. It is a shame I have to buy plastic due to accessibility issue.
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esmaraldas_4318
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Posted Sep 24, 2025
Kinda bad applicator
I don’t use the applicator - I just take the tampon out and the use it - I feel like the applicator doesn’t always let the tampon go, and brings it out. The tampon it self is comfortable, I don’t have any remarks
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Kaili
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Posted Sep 14, 2025
Not easily accessible
I LOVE these tampons but they are not sold in stores anymore, it is a hassle getting them online. Cannot find the muti packs anywhere :(
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Response from Staples :
We’re so sorry you are having trouble finding Tampax Cardboard Regular, Kaili. We always want you to have access to the products you need, and are working diligently to get them out to the market. Our cardboard applicators are still available in pharmacies, department stores, big box stores, and online. If you prefer shopping at brick-and-mortar stores and you don’t see them there, talk with the store manager. They may be able to order them for you. We’ll be sure to pass your message onto the Team, and are happy to talk further with you about this. Please call Mondays-Fridays, from 9 AM to 6 PM, EST. Our number is 1 (800) 523-0014.
September 16, 2025
chloem987_9224
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Posted Sep 6, 2025
Be mindful of difficult applicator
Overall the tampon itself is great! However the cardboard applicator I feel it was difficult to use, once pushed up the tampon struggled to come out of the cardboard.
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sarahh1894_326
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Posted Jun 25, 2025
Solid tampon
I always have some of these on hand and have most recently purchased a value pack of them. My work also supplies this kind too. I like the cardboard applicator as it seems more environmentally friendly. I switch between these and supers.
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katieh1049_845
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Posted Jun 4, 2025
Spend the extra money and get the plastic applicat
The applicator sucks! However once I got the tampon in it didn’t fit because it was loose and therefore was leaking the absorbency is fine but these are not comfortable.
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Posted Mar 9, 2025
Disappointed...trash design
I would not recommend this tampon to my enemy. This is the hardest tampon to insert. The tip is loose, the application is soft and trash, it crushes as you try to use it. Then the whole thing dismantles as you try pushing it out. Worst experience, almost ruined my river party.
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for reaching out to Tampax and sharing your experience with Tampax Cardboard. We're sorry to hear you struggled with this version of Tampax and appreciate your taking the time to let us know. Rest assured, your feedback will be shared with our Quality Team, as your happiness and satisfaction are very important to us. We'd like to talk further with you about this and help as best we can. Please call us any Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 6 PM, EST. Our number is 1 (800) 523-0014.
March 12, 2025
maryd464_5409
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Posted Mar 6, 2025
The fit and dependability are the best
Used these for years never a problem the absorbency and comfort lead to a worry free leakage protection and no frill applicator easily to use !!!
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rebeccac562_470
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Posted Jan 20, 2025
A comfortable tampon
These tampax are super comfortable and fit really well. Unlike other brands these cause no discomfort at all as the applicator makes them easy to insert. Not the cheapest on the market but a mid price point worth paying for.
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Posted Dec 11, 2024
Not a fan
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was really excited to receive these as who doesn’t want free tampons but I was super disappointed with the product. I’m glad I didn’t spend my own money on them because they are made of cardboard which makes them very uncomfortable and honestly painful to insert. I do not recommend.
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Response from Staples :
Our number one priority is to provide you superior protection with the highest standards of safety and quality you deserve. As such, we take your report very seriously and appreciate that you took the time to get in touch. While all our ingredients and products are thoroughly evaluated to be safe and effective when used as directed, we recognize some people may have personal sensitivities. Please, stop using this box and, if needed, seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or do not resolve. Please, keep the remaining product and give us a call, so we can learn more about this and help as best we can. We're available Mondays through Fridays, from 9 AM to 6 PM, EST, at 1 (800) 523-0014.
December 16, 2024
Dianita
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Posted Nov 13, 2024
I HATE this product SO MUCH
I have always used tampax tampons with the plastic applicator. Store was out so instead of switching brands I thought I would give these cardboard ones a try. The cardboard collapses when trying to push the inner tube. I end up having to try again with a new one. I’m wasting more than I am using! Never will I ever waste my money on these again.
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Response from Staples :
We appreciate you being a loyal user of Tampax, Dianita, and we’re disappointed to hear this happened. All of our products go through strict quality checks, so we expect them to work as intended. This is not the experience we’d expect, and we’d love to learn more about your recent purchase and help you return to the version that worked better for you. Please give us a call at 800-523-0014 at your convenience.
November 15, 2024
RobH
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Posted Oct 21, 2024
Fantastic Product
I have been a cardboard user of Tampax ever since I was a teenager. While I have tried other bands and products, when I cannot find the cardboard, I have had several allergic reactions to the plastic applicators (cellulitis). Recently I have found it very difficult to find the cardboard applicators. I hope they do not go away. I do not use any other brand or product. Wh...
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Kat SF
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Posted Oct 10, 2024
Can't find them anywhere anymore!
I have been using Tampax cardboard tampons for 33 years. Now all of the sudden they're not on the shelves in any stores! I refuse to use plastic applicators because they are not biodegradable and I refuse to litter the Earth with plastic tampon applicators! If the cardboard has been discontinued I guess I am forced to find a different brand to use after 33 yrs.
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Treelo
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Posted Oct 6, 2024
Bring back the cardboard applicator
I have been using Tampax Tampons with the cardboard applicator for 25 years. I cannot find them anywhere unless I want to pay double or triple the normal price online. I hage tried the Pearl Plastic applicator Tampons multiple times. I hate the shape, they always leak, and I end up in pain by the end of the period. I think I may be allergic to something that is diff...
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Response from Staples :
Thank you for taking the time to share this with us! Safety is our top priority, and all our products are thoroughly evaluated to be safe when used as directed. We recommend discontinuing the use of the Tampax Pearls if they cause you pain. Tampax Pearl Tampons are designed to provide leak-free protection for up to 8 hours with a braid that helps stop leaks by channeling them back into the core, protecting you in a way no other tampon can. We are sorry to hear that was not the case with your pack of Tampax Pearls.
We’re sorry you are having trouble finding Tampax Cardboard Applicator tampons. Like many other brands during this time, we are unfortunately facing unexpected disruptions in our supply chain due to a variety of reasons. We always want you to have access to the products you need, so we are working hard to ensure we can continue to serve Tampax users like you. We can assure you that this is a temporary situation driven by increased demand, and we are doing everything we can to quickly make these products available at your favorite places to shop.
With your safety being the heart of what we do, we'd like to learn more about your experience with the Tampax Pearls for our Safety Team to investigate. When you have a moment, we invite you to call us at (800) 523-0014, 9 am-6 pm EST, Monday-Friday.
October 7, 2024
Rangers Gamma
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Posted Sep 26, 2024
Help! I can not find the carboard ones anywhere
I am a loyal lover of the cardboard applicator. I can not find them in any store at all or online for a reasonable price. I hate the plastic ones. They leak, hurt upon insertion and are terrible for the environment. Please, PLEASE get these back on shelves.
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Gige
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Posted Sep 15, 2024
Love this cardboard tampons! Where can we find?!
Similar to other reviews, I have used this for the better part of 20 years and LOVE them. The multi-pack gives the perfect amount of each absorbency. They are easy to use and are effective. I have tried your other styles with plastic applicators and would always get an infection. Plus, yes these are better for biodegradable purposes! Where can we find??? Please do...
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bribrii093
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Posted Jul 25, 2024
Don’t love the cardboard applicators but they get the job done.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a huge supply that lasted me months, absorbency is great. Experienced no leakage if using the correct tampon for the correct flow. Don’t love the cardboard applicators but they get the job done.
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empark
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Posted Jul 2, 2024
Love that I’m using less plastic!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have tried these before many times and I actually really enjoy them! They are functional, comfortable and it makes me feel better that I’m using less plastic, especially for such an intimate product. I love the variety pack because I can choose the size and absorbency that works best for my needs depending on my flow...
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