At Beppy, we believe that your period should never get in your way. Our mission? To design menstrual products that offer women more freedom, comfort and convenience. We are therefore extremely proud of our latest innovation: the Beppy Hollow Tampon. We have spent years testing, experimenting and listening to feedback from women all over the world. The result? A tampon that redefines comfort and ease of use. In this blog, we take you behind the scenes. From the initial idea to the final launch. How did we find the perfect balance between functionality and comfort? And what makes the Hollow Tampon so unique? Read along and find out for yourself!
The beginning of the Hollow Tampon Product Development
Hollow Tampon product development began with listening carefully to the wishes of our customers worldwide. We received recurring requests from women who needed:
- A smaller Beppy Cup
- A product that is easy to use from the start, without a learning curve
- A solution for a low cervix
- A product suitable for light menstrual flow
- An option that is user-friendly for young girls who have just started menstruating
Initially, we considered a smaller Beppy Cup, but after making a 3D prototype, we quickly realized that the unique advantages of the original cup would be lost. Instead of continuing with the development of a smaller version, we chose to create something completely new. We took on the challenge of pushing the boundaries of what was possible. The result? The Hollow Tampon – an innovative product that improves the menstrual experience for women worldwide!
Back to the drawing board
We went back to the drawing board to sketch out different ideas for a smaller menstrual product that would meet the needs of our customers. The most important questions we asked ourselves at first were:
- Should it have a stem, cord or loop?
- Should it have a flap, like the Beppy Cup, or something else?
- How do we make sure it stays in place despite its small size?
- What does the vaginal canal actually look like?
- What if we design a product that opens like a tampon instead of a cup?
With these questions in mind, we started working on the prototype. We made several versions of the design and kept adjusting them until we found the right basic shape. Our goals were clear:
- An organic top so that the vacuum pressure can be easily discharged.
- A thin membrane in the middle that naturally stretches into an oval shape (like a cotton tampon), instead of a circular shape (like menstrual cups).
- A size considerably smaller than any menstrual cup, but large enough to remain firmly in place.
The prototype and the first tests
After several adjustments, we finally had a silicone prototype that could be tested. Fifteen people tried out the first version. Although the product generally worked well, two important areas for improvement emerged:
- The angle had to be greater to provide more stability.
- The removal ring had to be disconnected from the base to make it easier to remove.
Further refinements:
We carried out a final test panel, followed by a test in Colombia. This resulted in the following final adjustments:
- We added extra stability to the top, so that the product remained open properly.
- The design was enlarged slightly to increase the capacity.
- The technical aspects were optimized.
Packaging and presentation
When the product was finally ready, we began designing the packaging. We decided to make the packaging much more compact than that of the Beppy Cup, mainly for logistical reasons. The most important thing was that the product would be immediately visible as soon as the box was opened. That is why we designed a smaller inner box as a platform that keeps the cotton storage bag securely in place.
The name: Hollow Tampon
The name “Hollow Tampon” came from our research into the way traditional tampons expand. We knew right away that this would be the first reusable tampon. Although we spent two months exploring alternatives, we eventually returned to the name “Hollow Tampon”. From the start it was clear that this was the name we would use and that it would not change.
After three years of intensive development, the Beppy Hollow Tampon is finally a reality. This product is the result of the hard work of our design team, but also of listening to the wishes of our customers. We are proud of the Hollow Tampon and are convinced that it will be a valuable addition for women who are looking for a flexible, reusable and user-friendly menstrual solution.
At Beppy, we continue to innovate and listen to you, our customer. We look forward to supporting you in finding the best menstrual products that perfectly suit your body and lifestyle! Do you have any questions about our new product? Or about our other products, feel free to contact us!
