Nature is often feminised because it possesses the same qualities as women – Beautiful, powerful, sacrificing, spiritual, calm. We often call it ‘Mother Nature’ or our beloved planet as Mother Earth because it focuses on the life-giving and nurturing aspects of human body.

“Menstruation” is a biological phenomenon that exemplifies the inner strength of creation and resilience of women. Every woman endures a lot of physical and mental changes during her periods. The transitions can range from headaches, swelling, tenderness in breasts, bloating, acne to mood swings or irritability. And well we also know the toll PMS (Premenstrual syndrome) can take on a female’s well-being.

To celebrate femininity and make women feel emotionally and physically empowered during menstruation; Anju Arora and Chirantana Kar founded a brand called “THE PERIOD HUB”; where women can purchase the products that are specially designed to cure the discomfort (mental and physical) faced by them during periods. The products have been categorised as – Absorbents, Wellness, Hygiene and Nutrition which are integral for a seamless, healthy period. And are inspired by traditional practices and coupled with modern approach to encourage Sustainable Menstrual Hygiene and Lifestyle.

The platform has recently launched a new product – Holistic Period Care Kit

The above mentioned ‘Period Care Kit’ is an assortment of self-care essentials that a woman would want to indulge in, especially during her periods.

Our basic Period Care kit contains following products:-

• A Pair of Re-usable Panty Liner

The panty liners provided in the kit use natural colour fabric, instead of chemicals to avoid allergy or irritation and the colour of the blood discharged helps in evaluating the health condition of the body.

Liners work as a protective layer for the panties when there is a slight vaginal discharge or even when there is spotting between 2 periods. These liners can also be used for urinary incontinence.

• Body Massage Oil

Tarang, a harmonious blend of salts and sun-kissed rose petals infused with rose and mint essential oils helps to reduce fatigue, stress and menstrual cramps. One can create a detox bath or use it as a foot soak to experience relaxation and the feeling of contentment.

Ingredients of ‘Tarang’ Massage Oil-

• Epsom Salt
• Himalayan Pink Salt
• Baking Soda
• Dehydrated Coconut Milk
• Rose and Peppermint Essential Oils
• Dried Rose petals

How to Use ‘Tarang’ Massage Oil –

Bathing – One can add 2 – 3 tbsp of ‘Tarang oil’ in a bath tub or bucket filled with warm water. And can allow the salt to dissolve and soak in the water for 20 minutes (if using a tub). Else if one is using a bucket, then one can pour the water gently and generously on themselves while bathing.

• Microwaveable Heat Bags.

Quick heating, non-messy, microwaveable SNUGGLE BAG is a little rice cushion that can be used in periods. It acts as a comfort device during the painful cramps or backache, sore thighs or tired legs.

Microwave it for less than a couple minutes and one will get an energising aroma of the heavenly lavender/ invigorating lemongrass, along with the toasty rice.

Massage the affected area with the oil and treat it with warm aromatherapy snuggle pouch.

• Foot Soaks

Add 2 tbsp of the salt into warm water. Once the salt dissolves, one can soak their feet in it and relax. This allows the salts to soothe the muscles and gently soften the skin.

Exfoliation – Combine 1 tbsp of salt with a drizzle of any body oil (coconut/ almond/ olive) and scrub very gently all through the body to exfolaite and soften the skin. Salt can be abravise for face, hence use it only on the body.

• Rose Chamomile Tea

Chamomile is a perfect remedy for period cramps and rose helps to ease breast tenderness. The spicy sweetness of tender rose petals and aromatic chamomile works perfectly to help one to relax, forget their period cramps and snuggly rest in the cozy bed after a hectic day.

• Reusable cloth pouch

The plastic and chemical-free cloth pads are the best way to nurture one’s body during periods. The pads have been layered adequately with 100% cotton fabric considering the flow on those days and are available in three sizes. The reusables pads are carefully hand crafted and are skin-friendly, eco-friendly, and pocket friendly in the long run. Each pad suffices at least 50 washes.

• A Post Card Image of Lajja Gauri (The menstruating Goddess)

Lajjā Gaurī is a lotus-headed Hindu goddess associated with abundance, fertility and sexuality, sometimes euphemistically described as Lajja (modesty). She is sometimes shown in a birthing posture, but without outward signs of pregnancy.

The kit can also be customized based on personal concerns & requirements that  women experience during their Periods. Explore the art of self care, during the periods with Period Care Kits and for more information and to place their order, visit their website periodhub.com