‘Cancer-causing’ panty liner scandal sparks panic — as women turn to organic alternatives

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Salemann, M. (2026, October 15). ‘Cancer-causing’ panty liner scandal sparks panic — as women turn to organic alternatives. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/15/shopping/toxic-panty-liner-scandal-sparks-panic-women-turn-to-organic-pads/

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-15 · by Miska Salemann

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A lawsuit against Carefree's panty liners alleges that they contain PFOA, a potentially cancer-causing chemical. This has led many women to seek organic alternatives like LOLA Cotton Pads, which are sold in packs of 36 for $26 on Amazon and are marketed as toxin-free and hypoallergenic. Commerce journalist Victoria McDonnell praises the quality and comfort of these pads, noting a reduction in discomfort since switching from Carefree products.
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As of 2026-10-15, a lawsuit against Carefree for allegedly containing PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid), a potentially carcinogenic chemical in their panty liners, has sparked widespread concern among women. The lawsuit claims that the chemicals can cause serious health issues like chronic yeast infections and liver disease. In response, many consumers are turning to organic alternatives like LOLA Cotton Pads, which are marketed as toxin-free and hypoallergenic. A 36-count pack of LOLA pads retails for $26 on Amazon, making it a popular choice among health-conscious shoppers.

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Miska PERSON · 3× Amazon ORG · 2× Carefree ORG · 2× LOLA ORG · 2× Bryan Johnson’s PERSON · 1× Jennifer Aniston’s PERSON · 1× McDonnell PERSON · 1× Miska Salemann PERSON · 1× New York Post ORG · 1× Victoria McDonnell PERSON · 1×

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Claims (23 extracted, 2 hedged)

A popular feminine hygiene brand has been hit with a wave of backlash, following a lawsuit that has accused it of exposing women to potentially carcinogenic chemicals. asserted
that → hit → chemicals
The suit alleges that Carefree’s panty liners contained PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid), a synthetic “forever chemical” belonging to a group of substances known as PFAS. asserted
liners → allege → PFAS
These chemicals can stay in the body for years and have been linked to several serious health conditions, including cancer. asserted
chemicals → stay → cancer
The lawsuit alleges that women who used Carefree products experienced issues ranging from chronic yeast infections to liver disease. asserted
who → allege → disease
As more women pay attention to the potential health implications, some have decided to seek out organic alternatives. asserted
some → pay → alternatives
On Amazon, LOLA Cotton Pads have become a popular option among health-conscious shoppers, including editors. asserted
Pads → become → editors
A 36-count pack currently retails for $26 on Amazon. asserted
pack → retail → Amazon
According to the brand, LOLA Pads are totally toxin-free and are made with hypoallergenic ingredients. uncertain
Pads → accord → ingredients
“I decided to make the switch from Carefree to LOLA months ago,” explained commerce journalist and content strategist Victoria McDonnell. asserted
McDonnell → decide → LOLA
“If we’re committed to buying organic fruit and switching to nontoxic cleaning products, let’s pay attention to the products we use on the most sensitive areas of our bodies, too.” asserted
we → commit → bodies
The brand also claims its products are highly absorbent and comfortable, featuring a unique wing design intended to provide a secure fit and help women stay active throughout the day. uncertain
women → claim → day
“I love that they’re 100% cotton, and I noticed a difference in quality and comfort immediately. asserted
I → love → quality
It makes me feel better knowing that they’re made without hormone-disrupting chemicals,” McDonnell added. asserted
McDonnell → make → chemicals
Other shoppers have also made the switch to LOLA and say they have no regrets. “I will never go back to Always. asserted
I → make → Always
You should treat it as such. asserted
You → treat → it
This product is organic, comfortable, and doesn’t leak. asserted
product → leak → ?
My daughter won’t use anything else. asserted
daughter → use → anything
It’s a win.” asserted
It → ’ → ?
As with many personal care products, it’s important to consult your primary care doctor before making a switch, especially if you have any allergies, sensitivities or underlying health conditions. asserted
you → ’ → allergies
more feminine care essentials This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter. asserted
article → write → Salemann
As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. asserted
Miska → seek → trending
Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint Longevity Mix to the viral Oura Ring to Jennifer Aniston’s favorite workout platform – often with her adorable toddler by her side. asserted
Miska → take → side
Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette. asserted
Miska → join → Sun
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