Abstract: A tampon (1) having a nonpermeable cap (5) is placed over a distal end (4) of the tampon. The nonpermeable cap has a tubular wall (6) that surrounds the distal end of the tampon and rests inside the vagina (15). The tubular wall is pushed outward against the walls (16) of the vagina as the tampon expands with the absorption of fluid. The nonpermeable cap prevents liquids from escaping from the vagina or outside fluids being absorbed by the distal end of the tampon and into the vagina.