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Where scrolling turns into action, and hormone health becomes your lifestyle

A curated collection of products I personally use to support hormone health naturally.

From clean haircare to herbal teas, these essentials help you live more consciously and can help manage hormone-sensitive conditions like fibroids, endometriosis, and PCOS.

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Essentials

Period & Fertility Essentials

Natural Cycles App

Hormone-free birth control & fertility tracking

I've been using the Natural Cycles app since 2021 as natural birth control and now to track my fertility. Get 20% off an annual subscription + the thermometer for free when you sign up using my referral link.

Bamboo cotton menstrual pads

Bamboo reusable menstrual pads

I use these because they are free from fragrances, GMO cotton, pesticide residue, plastics and endocrine-disrupting chemicals- unlike conventional pads.

Hot Water Bottle for period pain

Wearable Hot Water Bottle

I wear this during endo flares because heat relaxes the uterine muscles and soothes cramping. Heat also activates the parasympathetic (rest & digest) nervous system helping to reduce stress.

Cheap ovulation Tests

Highly Sensitive Ovulation Test Strips

In addition to Natural Cycles, I sometimes use these tests to track ovulation- the extra data source can help the app identify ovulation more accurately- great for progesterone tracking!

Menstrual Heating Pad

Menstrual Heating Pad

I use a heating pad because it improves blood flow to the uterus and pelvic area, and relieves cramps and pelvic discomfort. It does, however, expose us to low level EMFs since it's an electrical device.

Cheap pregnancy Tests

Ultra early pregnancy test strips

I use these 6 day early pregnancy test strips because they're cheap, easy to use and results appear within minutes. They're capable of detecting as low as 10miu of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine.

Red light belt for menstrual cramps

Red & Near Infrared Light Belt

Red light therapy reduces inflammation and pain and improves circulation and hormone regulation. It does, however, expose us to low level EMFs since it's an electrical device.

Clean Makeup, Body Care, and Haircare

Non-Toxic Makeup

Clean, Non-Toxic Mascara

I use this mascara from Green people because it's 98% natural, contains certified organic ingredients and defines my lashes well.

Clean hair products

ATTITUDE Conditioner

I use this conditioner for detangling during pre-pooing (mixed with home-made flaxseed gel) because of its natural ingredients. It's made for type 3 & 4 curls.

Aluminium free deodorants

Lavanila The Healthy Deodorant

I use this because it contains 100% natural ingredients, no aluminium (which can interfere with thyroid function) and no parabens, thereby reducing toxic load and xenoestrogen exposure.

Clean makeup brands

Clean, Non-Toxic Foundation

I use Ilia Foundation because their makeup is formulated without endocrine disruptors (parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, talc, aluminium, or silicones).

Toxic Free Detanger Natural Hair

Faith In Nature Conditioner

This is a cheaper alternative to the ATTITUDE conditioner. I also use this for detangling during pre-pooing because of its natural ingredients.

Natural deodorants

Green People Prebiotics Deodorant

This is my 2nd choice deodorant. It contains no aluminium, no phthalates, no lanolin and no parabens. It doesn't work as well as Lavanila, but it's better for sensitive skin.

Non-toxic Makeup Brands

Clean, Non-Toxic Concealer

I use Ilia concealer because their makeup is formulated without endocrine disruptors (parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, talc, aluminium, or silicones).

Toxic Free Detanger Natural Hair

Mini U Detangler

Although made for kids, this detangler also works well for detangling 4c hair prior to shampooing. The ingredients are non-toxic.

Non-Toxic Kitchen Swaps & Essentials

Chlorophyll for endometriosis

Steel Chopping Boards

I avoid plastic boards due to the microplastics. I reduce my use of wooden boards due to the potential bacteria build-up. Steel ones are durable, non-toxic and easy to clean.

Lemon Balm Tea for hormone balance

Loose Lemon Balm Tea

I drink this because lemon balm tea supports gut health (and so helps with estrogen balance and immune regulation), calms anxiety & stress, and has a mild calming effect on overactive thyroids.

Glass tea infuser cup

Glass Tea Cup with Infuser

I use this glass tea cup to brew small batches of loose-leaf herbal tea that gently support my hormone and immune health.

Nut Milk Machine

Plant Milk / Nut Milk Machine

I no longer buy store-bought plant milks because they contain additives, gums, and seed oils that aren't great for our hormones & overall health. This machine makes it easy to make fresh almond, oat, or coconut milk at home. No straining required and it's a pretty simple process.

Non-stick pots toxic

Stainless Steel Pots

These were one of my first swaps for hormone-friendly cooking. Unlike non-stick or aluminium cookware, stainless steel doesn’t release harmful chemicals into our food, which means it won’t mess with our hormones. I love the ones from Dunelm!

Ashwagandha for stress relief

Glass Straws (instead of plastic)

A small swap with a big impact- reusable glass straws don't expose us to plastic toxins, which can disrupt hormone health. (I use straws to protect my tooth enamel from the natural sugars in my smoothies.)

Dandelion Tea for hormone balance

Loose Dandelion Root Tea

I drink this because dandelion root tea supports liver detoxification (which helps clear excess estrogen- key for endo & fibroids) and encourages reduces estrogen reabsorption in the gut.

Glass Teapot with Infuser

Glass Teapot with Infuser

I use this teapot for making big pots of herbal teas that support my fibroids, endometriosis, and autoimmune health.

Glass tupperware

Glass Tupperware

I stopped using plastic containers when I got serious about my hormone health, because they can leach harmful chemicals into food, especially when microwaved or used to store hot meals. Glass is a non-toxic alternative that’s better for oour hormones and the environment- a win-win!

CoQ10 for egg quality

Seed Grinder

I seed cycle to balance my hormones. This grinder works well to grind flax, pumpkin, sunflower, and sesame seeds- another great tool for menstrual cycle health.

Nettle Leaf tea for hormone balance

Loose Nettle Leaf Tea

I drink this because nettle leaf tea is an anti-inflammatory, supports kidney detoxification and replenishes iron lost during heavy menstrual bleeding.

Stainless Steel Tea Infuser

Stainless Steel Tea Infuser

I use this stainless steel strainer for my loose-leaf teas instead of disposable tea bags, which can contain hormone-disrupting chemicals like phthalates.

Steel Kitchen Utensils

Stainless Steel Kitchen Utensils

I've swapped my plastic and silicone utensils for stainless steel ones because they help us avoid hormone-disrupting microplastics and reduce our exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). Small changes add up when it comes to our health!

Herbal Teas

Regulating your Nervous System

Acupressure for endometriosis and fibroids

Acupressure Mat & Pillow Set

I use this because acupressure naturally relieves pain, tension and stress.

It therefore improves nervous system regulation and also supports circulation (increases blood flow).

Nettle Leaf tea for endometriosis and detoxing

Foot Massager Roller

This stimulates reflexology pressure points (acupressure), improves circulation and helps calm the nervous system. I've linked a slightly better one to the one I use.

Lemon Balm tea for gut health and hyperthyroidism

Shiatsu Massage Seat

I use this after work each day to release stress from my body, improve circulation (I sit at a desk all day), and to help me shift out of 'fight or flight' since my job is quite demanding.

Dandelion Root Tea for endometriosis and fibroids

Shiatsu Electric Massager

This is for your neck, back and shoulders. Like the chair, it releases stress and tension from the body using heat and kneading. It also supports lymphatic flow.

Other

Castor oil packs for periods

Organic Castor Oil

Rubbing castor oil on the abdomen or using castor oil packs can improve lymphatic draining, support liver function, reduce inflammation and improve elimination (which supports estrogen balance).

Supplements

Supplements for hormone health

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