Attached to Hygiene

After successfully airing and sharing 57 episodes of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, the podcast will be taking a production break. When the show that is designed to enable you to grow your knowledge and influence in absorbent hygiene returns, expect fresh content and valuable insights from experts at Bostik, throughout the industry, and a new host. On behalf of Bostik and the entire podcast team, we thank...

Over the last few years, consumers have become increasingly interested in the safety of products. But they are not alone in their concern. Our industry strives to provide products that can be used with confidence. Governmental bodies create laws and directives to help ensure shoppers are protected from bad actors. To get insights into the current climate around standards and directives, Host Jack...

Daily management of incontinence can be complicated. Many sufferers rely on absorbent hygiene products to cope with their condition. Although their experiences vary widely, some needs (leak protection, discretion, and affordability, etc.) are fairly common. How well these are met can make or break the product users’ trust in a brand forever. So how can producers better serve consumers? One simple...

This episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their free B2B Resource CottonWorks.com. Learn more about their free sourcing directories at CottonWorks.com/Nonwovens-Sourcing . Host Jack Hughes continues his conversation with Euromonitor’s Ali Angus, Head of Innovation Practice, and Liying Qian, Head of Tissue and Disposable Hygiene. In recent episodes, they reviewed the market research firm...

This episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their free B2B Resource CottonWorks.com. Learn more about their free sourcing directories at CottonWorks.com/Nonwovens-Sourcing . Last episode, host Jack Hughes and his guests reviewed Euromonitor’s Top 10 Global Consumer Trends of 2023. This time, Jack is again joined by the market research group’s Ali Angus, Head of Innovation Practice, and Li...

This episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their free B2B Resource CottonWorks.com. Learn more about their free sourcing directories at CottonWorks.com/Nonwovens-Sourcing . For manufacturers looking to stay abreast of today’s top trends, Euromonitor International’s annual lists are a valuable resource. Knowing when and how—and why—consumers are spending their money can make a big differe...

As manufacturers and consumers both know, there are many benefits to reusable absorbent hygiene products. But there are also drawbacks. In the second half of this two-part ‘Attached to Hygiene’ episode, reusable article inventor Frantisek Riha-Scott speaks on the challenges. The Founder of Confitex delves further into the topic of reusable, single-use, and hybrid products with host Jack Hughes. As...

Most absorbent hygiene products today are disposable. With this comes convenience, cleanliness, and affordability. But it also brings negative impacts on the environment. For this reason, some consumers are choosing reusable options. However, these products may lack in the areas of performance, practicality, and price. So how do manufacturers like you offer reusable options to your customers while...

Since launching in May 2021, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ has enabled listeners like you to grow your knowledge and influence in the absorbent hygiene industry. Each guest (more than 60 to date) has brought their own perspective and valuable information to you. This milestone episode—our 50th—is a compilation of many voices and notable pieces of value from the first 49. Our shows have included in-depth d...

The baby diaper market is dynamic and rife with competition; new products and features appear regularly. Keeping up to date on current and emerging trends isn’t easy, but it can give you the competitive edge you need. Fortunately, podcast guest Sharon Vinderine has valuable insights for the North American market. As CEO and Founder of Parent Tested Parent Approved, she sees some of the newest offe...

Getting product feedback from your consumers can be tough, especially if you’re new to a market or launching a product. Parents can feel equally overwhelmed by the expanding field of options. According to mother, CEO, and company founder Sharon Vinderine, that’s exactly why Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA) exists. Sharon recently spoke with host Jack Hughes about how—and why—consumer testing h...

New absorbent hygiene products enter the market every day, and their creators hope the items are successful. However, sometimes products flounder or fail. There are many reasons for this: Assumptions about consumer expectations or preferences were wrong. The consumer’s needs change by the time the product reaches the market. The item may be priced too high or too low. That’s why it’s crucial for m...

It’s no secret that sustainability is a matter of growing importance in the absorbent hygiene industry. Even so, there are many perspectives to consider. That’s why Bostik has created a pair of podcasts specifically on the topic. ‘Transition(s)’ features outside perspectives on various markets that we serve. ‘Bostik Talks’ shares related, insider information on what Bostik is doing. In this episod...

This episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorks . If you’d like to learn more about cotton as a natural leader in the global baby care market , you can do so on CottonWorks . When it comes to staying current on global trends in the absorbent hygiene industry, Natalia Richer has an enviable position. As COO of Diaper Testing International (DTI), she sees...

This episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorks . If you’d like to learn more about cotton as a natural leader in the global baby care market , you can do so on CottonWorks . Staying informed about current global trends in the absorbent hygiene industry can be challenging. Fortunately, our guest Natalia Richer has a better vantage than most. As COO of Di...

This episode is sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and their B2B focused website, CottonWorks . If you’d like to learn more about natural fiber leader, cotton and its biodegradability , visit CottonWorks . November was an eventful month for the absorbent hygiene industry. In Episode 42, we focused on the OUTLOOK 2022 conference in Europe. Now, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ turns to the U.S. and welcomes spe...

We have good news for the many absorbent hygiene professionals who missed EDANA’s OUTLOOK 2022 Europe conference in Malta. For this episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes talks briefly with 11 of the event’s speakers to get an overview of their presentations. You can also take our survey to choose which speeches you want to hear more about from the presenters. Advances toward greater s...

Guest Raymond Chimhandamba returns to ‘Attached to Hygiene’ to share his expertise in the African absorbent hygiene market with host Jack Hughes and podcast listeners. Over the course of just five years, this promising market is expected to grow by 40%. Its rapid expansion offers many opportunities for manufacturers who have the ability to navigate Africa’s distinctive challenges. In this episode,...

In 2021, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ examined trends in the EMEA region—Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. For the next two episodes, we will focus specifically on Africa, one of the world’s rapidly expanding markets. Over the course of just five years, absorbent hygiene sales on the continent are expected to grow by about 40%. For the last decade, Raymond Chimhandamba has worked in several areas of t...

Guest Chirag Virani, co-founder of India-based Sparkle Eco Innovations, returns for part two of his discussion with Jack Hughes about period care products in India. In this episode, Jack and Chirag consider the challenges manufacturers may face in this promising market. Key among them are menstrual inequity and the stigma of discussing menstruation. Also discussed are efforts to increase sustainab...

Today, India accounts for only about 5% of the 90 billion period care products sold across the globe. However, this is expected to nearly double in the next few years. Experts estimate that by 2026, the menstrual health market will grow 11% globally, with nearly half of that increase occurring within India’s borders. To find out why, host Jack Hughes welcomes Chirag Virani, co-founder of India-bas...

In this bonus episode of ‘Attached to Hygiene’, host Jack Hughes continues his conversation with Augusto Quiroz. As commercial director for the Americas region, Augusto relates information on three topics regarding Latin America (LATAM) that didn’t fit into our two recent episodes on the Americas. The popularity of the menstrual cup in Latin America The use of the menstrual cup has become much mor...

Take our listener survey to get access to 5 documents on CSR and Sustainability in the Absorbent Hygiene Industry. Click here to take the survey. In the conclusion of this 2-part series, ‘Attached to Hygiene’ takes a closer look at absorbent hygiene in the Americas (AMAS) region. Host Jack Hughes continues his conversation with Augusto Quiroz, Bostik’s commercial director for the AMAS region, supp...

Take our listener survey to get access to 5 documents on CSR and Sustainability in the Absorbent Hygiene Industry. Click here to take the survey. In the absorbent hygiene industry, each region has its own unique blend of consumer needs and preferences. The AMAS market, which includes Central, North, and South America, is no exception. This expansive territory includes a diverse population, varying...

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