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HelloBeautiful caught up with Rochelle about the HER by Alikay launch, the importance of women empowerment and embracing femininity through feminine products and her personal experience with feminine hygiene.

Socioeconomic status can make a period quite embarrassing for a woman who can't afford the products. Furthermore, many women believe we shouldn't have to be economically punished by paying to take care of something that comes naturally.