Frequently Asked Questions

The positive effect on the vaginal mucus flora of the Ellen tampons could be experienced already from the very first usage however in some cases for some women the positive effects only show after usage over two or three menstruation periods. The best effects were experienced in case of using them over minimum 3 menstruation periods, at least 3 days of the given periods and at least 3 Ellen tampons on each of the days used. The Ellen tampons should be replace regularly just as any other traditional tampons.

The probiotic lactic acid bacteria are applied to the centre of the ellen® tampon. When the warm menstrual fluid permeates the tampon, the bacteria are activated and spread to the surface and on to the vagina. Lactic acid bacteria produce lactic acid and contribute to maintaining a normal vaginal flora. The bacteria are self-regulating making it impossible to overdose.

Clinically proven effect
•     The good properties of lactic acid bacteria has been proven in several clinical studies.
•     Using ellen® leads to a balanced vaginal flora.
•     ellen® is safe to use.

Allergic reactions to Ellen tampons were observed only very rarely.

ellen® has a soft, thin surface that prevents fibre fluff. The tampon expands sideways and conforms to the shape of your body. Its rounded tip makes insertion easy. The tampon is made of 100% viscose and is unbleached. The string is made of 100% cotton and the surface of 100% polypropylene. The viscose fibres have been treated with LN® lactic acid bacteria. LN® comprises three probiotic lactic acid bacteria strains (L. gasseri LN40, L. fermentum LN99 and L. rhamnosus LN113).

Yes, ellen® is a probiotic tampon intended for women who suffer from vaginal flora imbalance. It is also a convenient and safe sanitary protection product. ellen® is a product developed to promote women’s health – the result of many years of research in gynaecology, microbiology and biochemistry.

Each tampon contains a substance comprised of three different types of lactic acid-producing bacteria (probiotics), called Lacto Naturel (LN), which can help women who suffer from imbalance in the bacteria that colonize the vagina (the vaginal microbiome). Because the vaginal flora varies among women, introducing different types of lactobacilli can prove beneficial.

A good balance of lactobacilli reduces the risk of vaginal problems like itching, irritation and odorous discharge. Lactobacilli are naturally present in the vagina to protect the vaginal microbiome. By using ellen®, you introduce extra lactobacilli and can maintain a natural, healthy vaginal flora.

Just like any other tampons, Ellen probiotic tampons cand be used for 6-8 hours during the night.

Store ellen® in a dry, cool place, between 2 and 25°C. Because the tampons have limited keeping qualities, refer to the best-before date on the package.

Ellen tampons are available in 3 different sizes: MINi, NORMAL and SUPER. All Ellen tampons have the same amount of lactic acid bacteria. Mini has 14 tampons, Normal 12 tampons and the Super 8 tampons per can.
How much a woman bleeds during menstruation varies and differs from one woman to another. It is import to choose the right size for your needs. The ellen® probiotic tampon comes in three sizes. The different sizes have different absorbency capacities and should therefore be used according to the amount of menstrual fluid.

ellen® Mini: if your menstruation is light
ellen® Normal: if your menstruation is normal
ellen® Super: if your menstruation is heavy

The ellen® Intimate foam is based on natural and Eco-friendly ingredients, which keeps you feeling fresh in your intimate area. It is mild and gentle and does not dry out the skin. Contains natural oil from Salvia Officinalis, together with Lactic acid to balance your pH and thereby maintain a natural defense to avoid irritation. It is free from parabens. Use daily instead of soap or shower gel.

Most women are very sensitive in the intimate area. It can therefore be necessary to use a cleansing formula that is gentle for the mucosa and the sensitive skin in the outer intimate part to avoid irritation, itching and red spots. Ellen intimate foam is especially developed for sensitive skin and gives intense hydration and relief.

Use the foam daily when taking a shower. The foam has a mild fragrance to give a fresh feeling and leaves a soft and fresh feeling on the skin. Contains natural ingredients and mild detergents and does not dry out the skin.

The Ellen Intimate Cleasning Foam can be used as of the first menstruation period.

Use the foam daily when taking a shower. The foam has a mild fragrance to give a fresh feeling and leaves a soft and fresh feeling on the skin. Contains natural ingredients and mild detergents and does not dry out the skin.

Yes, Ellen intimate foam is especially developed for sensitive skin and gives intense hydration and relief.Use the foam daily when taking a shower. The foam has a mild fragrance to give a fresh feeling and leaves a soft and fresh feeling on the skin. Contains natural ingredients and mild detergents and does not dry out the skin.

The ellen® Intimate foam is based on natural and Eco-friendly ingredients, which keeps you feeling fresh in your intimate area. It is mild and gentle and does not dry out the skin. Contains natural oil from Salvia Officinalis, together with Lactic acid to balance your pH and thereby maintain a natural defense to avoid irritation. It is free from parabens. Use daily instead of soap or shower gel.

The ellen® tampon should be used the same way you would use a regular tampon, which is only during menstruation. Your mucous membranes are drier when you are not menstruating. You can damage the mucous membranes and irritate the vagina if you insert and then remove a dry tampon.

It contains lactic acid but no chemical additives (such as parabens). Contains natural ingredients and mild detergents and does not dry out the skin. The ellen® Intimate foam is based on natural and Eco-friendly ingredients, which keeps you feeling fresh in your intimate area. It is mild and gentle and does not dry out the skin. Contains natural oil from Salvia Officinalis, together with Lactic acid to balance your pH and thereby maintain a natural defense to avoid irritation. It is free from parabens. Use daily instead of soap or shower gel.

Yes, since the product is dermatologically tested and contains natural oil from Salvia Officinalis, together with Lactic acid to balance your pH and thereby maintain a natural defense to avoid irritation. It is free from parabens. Use daily instead of soap or shower gel.

The metal can packaging protects the product from overheating, direct sun and moisture. The cartons previously sold in Sweden could only guarantee a shelf life of 12 months at most. Our new packaging solution guarantees a shelf life of 18 months, a requirement from all retailers. Because ellen contains probiotics, it is important to use a packaging solution that will sustain the benevolent lactic acid bacteria.
With our new metal canister we can guarantee product quality and shelf life.

The tampon should be removed when it is saturated, which means that it is full of fluid. Removing a dry tampon can irritate vaginal mucous membranes. We recommend you leave the tampon in place for between four and eight hours. It is hard to be more precise since how much you bleed is unique and women normally bleed more at the beginning of their periods. The best solution is to test different alternatives. Be careful to use tampons with the right absorbency. You can probably try a smaller size if you notice that the tampon feels dry after wearing it at least four hours. Young girls seldom have regular periods in the beginning and everything from a few days of light bleeding to over a week of heavy bleeding is normal. The amount of menstrual fluid varies and is extremely individual. Most women average between 25 and 40 ml menstrual fluid every month.

The ph of soaps are not optimal for the vaginal mucus flora.

The Ellen Intimate Cleansing Foam can be used for 6 months from opening.

The ellen® Intimate foam is based on natural and Eco-friendly ingredients, which keeps you feeling fresh in your intimate area. It is mild and gentle and does not dry out the skin. Contains natural oil from Salvia Officinalis, together with Lactic acid to balance your pH and thereby maintain a natural defense to avoid irritation. It is free from parabens. Use daily instead of soap or shower gel.

Lactic acid bacteria is the collective name for bacteria that produce lactic acid. People have used lactic acid bacteria in the food industry for a long time to ensure better hygiene and preservation as well as to add taste and consistency to certain foods. Some types of lactic acid bacteria are part of human beings’ normal bacteria flora. Lactic acid bacteria are nourished through yeast processes. They live in highly nutritious environments, such as the digestive system of human beings, warm-blooded animals, plants and many food stuffs.

Salvia officinalis (sage, also called garden sage, common sage, or culinary sage) is a perennial, evergreen subshrub, with woody stems, grayish leaves, and blue to purplish flowers. It is a member of the mint family Lamiaceae and native to the Mediterranean region, though it has naturalized in many places throughout the world. It has a long history of medicinal and culinary use, and in modern times as an ornamental garden plant