Abstract: A system and method for securing the removal element of a catamenial device, i.e. the withdrawal string of a tampon, to a surface, and more specifically to an undergarment or bathing suit, is provided. Generally, the withdrawal string is secured to a surface to prevent undesirable projection of the withdrawal string outside, for example, a bathing suit when the user is at a beach or pool. Further, the withdrawal string is secured to a surface during use of the tampon to prevent fluids from coating the withdrawal string, thereby improving sanitary use of a tampon. The system comprises an adhesive element that occurs along the removal element such that the removal element is secured when pressed against a surface. The adhesive element comprises at least one adhesive tab attached to a withdrawal string, and in another form an adhesive coating over at least a portion of a withdrawal string.

Abstract: A system and method for securing the removal element of a catamenial device, i.e. the withdrawal string of a tampon, to a surface, and more specifically to an undergarment or bathing suit, is provided. Generally, the withdrawal string is secured to a surface to prevent undesirable projection of the withdrawal string outside, for example, a bathing suit when the user is at a beach or pool. Further, the withdrawal string is secured to a surface during use of the tampon to prevent fluids from coating the withdrawal string, thereby improving sanitary use of a tampon. The system comprises an adhesive element that occurs along the removal element such that the removal element is secured when pressed against a surface. The adhesive element comprises at least one adhesive tab attached to a withdrawal string, and in another form an adhesive coating over at least a portion of a withdrawal string.