“Menstrual products are gross and should be hidden in a bright pink bag,” — the creators of Pinky Gloves, probably.
Three German men, who once had pride in their idea, now find themselves apologizing after launching a completely unnecessary and bizarre product called Pinky Gloves. As the name implies, these pink plastic gloves are designed to be worn while removing a tampon or pad. They also serve as a disposal bag — or, as HuffPost UK aptly described it, “a dog poop bag for menstruators.” Unsurprisingly, the reaction has been overwhelmingly negative, leading to a swift apology from the creators.
“We did not adequately address the subject,” the founders admitted in an Instagram statement. “That was a significant mistake.”
Marketed as a “solution” for disposing of menstrual products while “on the go, at parties, or in nature” — a problem that hardly exists — the Pinky Gloves were developed after the founders consulted their female roommates regarding the “challenges” of tampon disposal, according to HuffPost UK. They even pitched their idea on the German version of Shark Tank, where one investor backed their product.
The process is simple: After using a tampon or pad, users can wrap it in the glove, toss it in their bag, and then discard it in a trash can later. And, as expected, the backlash has been intense.
“Men can urinate with their hands, but sure, let’s shame women into using these gloves because our bodies make you uncomfortable,” tweeted one frustrated user.
In their self-congratulatory response to the criticism, the creators stated, “We’ve learned through your comments that there were serious issues we were unaware of, which we should have recognized.” They went on to commend the increased dialogue surrounding menstruation and its societal implications, while acknowledging that they still have much to learn.
It’s clear they have a lot to understand. First and foremost, this product is not only unnecessary but also perpetuates stigmas around menstruation.
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Three German men have drawn public ire after launching Pinky Gloves, a product designed for tampon disposal that many deem unnecessary and stigmatizing. Their attempt to address a non-existent problem has led to widespread backlash and an apology from the creators. The situation highlights the need for better understanding and respect toward menstruation issues.
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