Menstrual hygiene and Hygolet – a look at innovations and commitment

The history of menstrual hygiene goes back a long way and is characterized by cultural practices and innovative developments. Even in ancient times, women used materials such as cloth, moss or papyrus to ensure hygiene during their periods.…

Spoilt for choice: soap dispenser for open filling or cartridges?

Choosing the right soap dispenser plays a crucial role in maintaining a hygienic environment in public facilities, businesses and private households. With two dominant variants, consumers are faced with the challenge of choosing the optimal…

The importance of hand washing for health

Over 80% of common infections are transmitted through the hands. Washing hands at least five times a day has been shown to significantly reduce the incidence of colds, COVID-19, influenza (flu) and other infections. Hand washing is a simple…

Urinal hygiene and why it is so important

The urinal as we know it today has an interesting history of development behind it. Ancient cultures already had precursors of the urinal. In Roman baths, for example, stone benches with holes were used to drain urine. Urinals were introduced…

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MH Day 2023 #WeAreCommitted

Happy MH Day 2023!

Due to lack of education, persistent taboos and lack of access to sanitation, many women and girls around the world suffer from inadequate menstrual hygiene. Hygolet, as an official supporter of Menstrual Hygiene Day, is committed to improving…
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Toilet paper – more than just an everyday product?

Used daily by billions of people worldwide, it is an indispensable part of personal hygiene. Thanks to the wide range of qualities and designs, toilet paper is more than just an everyday product. But which toilet paper is actually just right?…
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Water for everyone – Hygolet supports Viva con Agua

Hygolet had the pleasure of supporting the second edition of the "Kick it for Water" football tournament organized by Viva con Agua Switzerland as a shirt sponsor (and of playing in the tournament itself). In addition to games, fun and a good…
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The paper towel guide

In the huge & varied market for paper hand towels (also known as folded paper or folded hand towels), it's easy to get lost. With this article, we'd like to make it easier for you to find the right paper towel. We clarify the different types…
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Period Poverty – And what we can do about it

In developing countries, but also in Europe, low-income families as well as homeless people suffer from so-called «period poverty», a term representing the financial inability to buy menstrual hygiene products. Legislation is making steady…