Iris + Arlo

It started in 2022 when our founder Lara Emond learned that traditional menstrual products contain up to 30 chemicals, including PFAS, endocrine disruptors, and even carcinogens. Plus, they can take up to 800 years to decompose and the average menstruator will use up to 15,000 products in their lifetime. But what shook her most is that 42 percent of Americans can not afford these essential products. So she created Iris and Arlo, a modern, impact driven brand offering:
- Safe, non-toxic products
- Biodegradable and compostable pads and tampons that break down in ~150 days
- Stunning, user-centric design
- A commitment to end period poverty by giving products back
- And free education resources for all
Concretely, Iris + Arlo offers innovative products such as:
- Organic and biodegradable tampons and pads
- Reusables
- Wellness + Education tools