Yes! Sequel can be worn while exercising, swimming, playing sports, or doing your usual activities. But it’s not just made for sports and activities, as leakage can be a distraction for any on the go woman on their period. 

The Sequel Spiral™ Tampon is the first redesign of the tampon in nearly 100 years by two former high-level athletes and Stanford engineering graduates. The helical external grooves were introduced to help make the tampon more fluid mechanically efficient and designed to absorb more evenly, in stages, and to completion without failing before it is full.

Most tampons use straight, vertical channels. Sequel’s patented Spiral™ technology uses helical channels that create a longer flow path and are designed to promote more even absorption across the tampon. When fluid only reaches one area like an uninterrupted straight channel, a tampon can begin to leak even while other areas still have unused absorbent capacity. By helping distribute fluid more evenly, Sequel is engineered to make better use of the tampon’s full absorbency and help prevent premature leaks.

Sequel is designed to be comfortable, whether you’re sitting, walking, working out, or going about your day. The Spiral™ innovation changes how the tampon absorbs, not how it should feel when you wear it. Once inserted correctly, you shouldn’t feel the tampon.

No - Sequel uses a compact BPA-free plastic applicator designed for comfortable insertion. Hold the outer tube of the applicator and pull the inner tube of the applicator back until you feel a natural stop. Insert the rounded tip of the applicator into the vaginal opening, point the applicator toward your lower back, and gently push the inner tube fully into the outer tube. Then remove and discard the applicator.

Choose the lowest absorbency needed for your flow. Regular is best for light-to-moderate flow days, while Super is designed for heavier flow days. If your flow changes throughout your period, our Combo pack includes 16 Regular and 16 Super tampons.

You change your tampon at least every 4 to 8 hours. Always choose the lowest absorbency needed for your flow and follow the TSS information included with every box.

Yes. Sequel Spiral™ Tampons are FDA 510(k) cleared and have undergone extensive safety testing, including biocompatibility testing. They are also OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, which means the components of the certified product have been independently tested for harmful substances against OEKO-TEX® criteria.

Sequel is also synthetic dye free, elemental chlorine free, dioxin free, and fragrance free, with a BPA-free applicator.

The absorbent core is made from viscose rayon, a cellulose-based fiber derived from wood pulp. The security veil surrounding the core is made from polyethylene and polyester, and the removal string is made from cotton and polyester. The applicator is 100% BPA-free plastic.

We chose each material specifically for the job it needs to do. Viscose rayon is a highly absorbent cellulose-based fiber that allows the tampon core to effectively absorb menstrual fluid. The polyethylene and polyester security veil helps maintain the tampon’s structure and keep the absorbent fibers contained during use and removal.

All of these materials are commonly used in tampon construction, and Sequel’s finished tampon has undergone biocompatibility testing and is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified.

OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 is an independent textile safety certification. Every component of the certified product is tested for harmful substances against the standard’s criteria.

You can learn more about OEKO-TEX® and their independent testing for tampons and other nonwoven health products, here.

No. You can purchase Sequel as a one-time order or choose Subscribe & Save. Subscriptions receive 10% off and free shipping, and can be changed or canceled anytime.

Because tampons are personal care products, they are not eligible for returns. If you have questions or concerns, contact support@trysequel.com - we're happy to help!