Endometriosis now affects one in ten women in Hungary. It is a painful, often under-diagnosed disease that plagues women's lives month after month. Barbara Palvin - a world-famous Hungarian model - has openly admitted that she herself is battling the disease, giving courage to many Hungarian women.
But did you know that it's not just hormones and genetics that play a role? Science is finding growing evidence that chemicals in everyday cleaning products and detergents may be directly linked to the development and worsening of endometriosis.
How are chemicals linked to endometriosis?
Research is showing that chemicals used in the home have endocrine-disrupting effects - so-called endocrine disruptors. Some examples:
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Phthalates - in perfumes and rinses. They have been detected at higher levels in women with endometriosis.
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Parabens and triclosan - common in antibacterial soaps and detergents, they have estrogen-like effects.
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PFAS ('perpetual chemicals') - they have been detected in endometrial tissue.
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Nonylphenol - a by-product of detergents, accelerated the growth of endometriosis nodules in animal studies.
These chemicals not only poison the environment, but also the female body - intervening at the very point where endometriosis develops.
Why is this important for women?
If you're living with endometriosis, you know that the pain, exhaustion and difficulty getting pregnant are a huge burden in themselves. The last thing you need is for your detergent or cleanser to secretly make your condition worse.
In addition, most brands do not list all ingredients - especially in fragrances, where dozens of harmful compounds can be hidden behind a single "fragrance" label.
What can you do?
We cannot completely eliminate environmental harm, but we can make choices in our own homes. Every wash, every cleaning counts.
This is why the Cycle - Hungary's first non-toxic cleanser brand, which is specifically designed with women's health in mind.
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No parabens, phthalates, PFAS.
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Plant-based cleaning power.
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Made from recycled water.
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Safe for women, children and pets.
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Sustainable: less plastic, environmentally friendly packaging.
Choosing Cycle means you no longer have to compromise: clean your home, safe your body.
Why does it matter if famous women speak out?
When Barbara Palvin or other women talk openly about their endometriosis, it not only gives courage, but also triggers social change. It shows that women's health issues can no longer be swept under the carpet.
And yes: medical treatment is important. But everyday choices - what we eat, what we put on our skin, what we clean our homes with - are just as much a part of healing.
If you've ever wondered "Can my detergent really harm me?", the answer is yes, it can.
But the good news is that there is an alternative. A Cycle you can take action for your body, your home and your future.
