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Aruna Revolution Health
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Aruna Revolution Health Inc
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Private
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2021
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Aruna Revolution Health Inc. is a Canadian consumer goods company, founded in 2021 and headquartered at 10 Ilsley Ave, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, that designs, manufactures, and sells compostable menstrual pads. The company's product portfolio consists of two SKUs — a Regular variant (10 pads/box) and a Super variant (for heavy or overnight flow) — both built as winged pads from organic, plant-based materials that exclude chlorine, bleach, plastic, and synthetic fragrances. The core technical differentiator is a TUV OK Home & Industrial Compost-certified backsheet that fully decomposes in both home and commercial compost settings, paired with a top layer dermatologically tested on 60 people to confirm non-irritation; manufacturing is done in ISO 9001-certified facilities. The company explicitly uses "compostable" rather than "biodegradable" positioning, investing in educational content to contrast the two claims and counter category greenwashing.

Aruna operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model through arunarevolution.com, selling individual boxes of pads on a one-time purchase basis with no subscription mechanism currently disclosed. Pricing is not publicly listed, and revenue mechanics are not disclosed. Marketing is concentrated in organic channels: an Instagram presence and website content focused on sustainability education, period poverty awareness (the company cites that 22% of Canadians experience period poverty), and the environmental cost of conventional pads (citing 20 billion menstrual products entering North American landfills annually and a 500-year decomposition timeline for traditional plastic pads). Distribution is domestic Canada only, and the company has signaled an intent to enter B2B/wholesale via a "For Business" navigation item on the site.

Operationally, Aruna is a sub-10-person private company with no disclosed institutional venture or private equity backing. Disclosed funding is limited to roughly $40,000 raised in April 2023 from an unnamed investor and participation in The LAUNCH program in June 2023. The company is co-located in the Dartmouth/Halifax life-sciences cluster with stated ties to local university and life-sciences ecosystems, which serves as the foundation for its R&D adjacency. There is no mobile app, no API, no AI/ML capability disclosed, and no executive team is publicly listed.

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Aruna Revolution Health Inc. is a Canadian DTC consumer goods company selling TUV OK Compost-certified, plant-based menstrual pads (Regular and Super) directly to environmentally and health-conscious women through arunarevolution.com.

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Operating
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1–10
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HeadquartersVancouver, Canada
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Vancouver
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Canada
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
compostable menstrual pads, sustainable period care, plant-based feminine hygiene, eco-friendly menstrual products, organic sanitary pads
Industry3 codes
1Menstrual Pads (Disposable)
CodeCRABAIAAPrimaryYes
2Compostable Materials & Certified Compostables
CodeIMAEAOACPrimaryNo
3Compostable & Biodegradable Disposable Supplies
CodeCRAJAGAKPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Sanitary Paper Product Manufacturing322291
  • Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing3256
SIC code2 codes
  • Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations2844
  • Papers & Allied Products2600
Product category
Menstrual Care Products
GTM motion1 record

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model1 record
1Compostable Menstrual Products
TypeOne Time License
Description

Direct-to-consumer sales of compostable menstrual pads. Products sold in boxes (10 pads per box for Regular variant) through their e-commerce website. One-time purchase model for individual consumers.

arunarevolution.com
Marketing channels2 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels1 record

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Pricing details1 tier
1Regular compostable menstrual pads - 10 pads per box
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Regular variant: 10 pads/box for regular flow days. Super variant available for heavy period flow (day or overnight).

arunarevolution.com
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Core offering1 text field

Aruna Revolution Health designs, manufactures, and sells compostable menstrual pads made from organic, plant-based materials free of chlorine, bleach, plastic, and synthetic fragrances. The company sells two product variants (Regular and Super absorbency) directly to individual consumers through its own e-commerce website, positioning them as a sustainable alternative to conventional disposable pads that take 500 years to decompose.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • Traditional plastic pads take 500 years to decompose vs. Aruna's compostable pads
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

Aruna Revolution Health Inc. is a consumer goods company offering a focused portfolio of compostable menstrual care products. The product line consists of two compostable menstrual pad variants: Regular (for moderate flow, 10 pads per box) and Super (for heavy flow, day or overnight use). Both products are winged pads made from plant-based ingredients without chlorine, bleach, plastic, or synthetic fragrances. The company positions itself as an eco-conscious alternative to traditional disposable menstrual products, with pads certified for home and industrial compost environments.

Product and service1 record
1Regular Compostable Menstrual Pad
Scale indicator3 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Working in close partnership with Halifax's vibrant university and life-sciences ecosystems. The company is located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, which is described as a hub for life sciences and innovative technologies.

Recent move5 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight4 records

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Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Saalt is a DTC period care brand known for menstrual cups and offering reusable and disposable sustainable period products. Aruna is comparable in sustainability positioning, DTC channel, and target customer, though Saalt's core product (cups) is a different format.

TypeDirect peer
Description

The Honey Pot sells plant-based feminine hygiene products including pads, tampons, and washes via DTC and retail. Aruna shares a comparable plant-based/chemical-free positioning, target demographic, and omnichannel ambition.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Kimberly-Clark's Kotex brand is a mass-market menstrual care leader with national retail distribution. Aruna is comparable in competing for the same end customer, but Kotex is a broad incumbent in conventional pads; the comparable innovation pressure comes from their ability to launch certified-compostable SKUs at scale.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

P&G's Always is the global mass-market leader in menstrual pads with massive retail distribution and marketing budgets. Aruna is comparable as it competes for the same end-user, but Always is a broad incumbent whose conventional plastic pads contrast with Aruna's certified-compostable positioning.

5Cora
TypeDirect peer
Description

Cora is a women-led organic menstrual care brand selling pads, tampons, and liners via DTC. Cora shares Aruna's organic/chemical-free positioning, subscription model, and B2B institutional mission to combat period poverty—making it a close comparable in both product and target customer.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Rael is a DTC organic feminine care brand offering pads, tampons, and liners with a focus on clean ingredients. Aruna is comparable to Rael in target customer (eco-conscious women), product form (compostable/organic pads), and channel (DTC e-commerce with strong content marketing).

TypeDirect peer
Description

Organyc is a brand of organic cotton feminine care products including pads, panty liners, and tampons. Aruna is directly comparable in product form (organic/certified-natural pads), material science focus, and target customer seeking non-toxic period care.

8Topput (Tampliner, etc.)
TypeEmerging player
Description

Topput is a small startup making compostable period care products. Aruna is comparable as a similarly sized, mission-driven startup in the compostable menstrual care space, though Topput focuses on hybrid tampon/pad products.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Natracare is a long-established direct-to-consumer brand making organic, plastic-free menstrual pads and other feminine hygiene products. Aruna competes most directly with Natracare in the certified-compostable/organic pad category, with similar plant-based positioning and DTC e-commerce distribution.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Lola is a DTC feminine care brand selling organic cotton tampons, pads, and liners on a subscription basis. Aruna is directly comparable in product category (pads), target customer (eco-conscious women), and DTC subscription-adjacent model.

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Weaknesses4 records

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Competitive moat2 records

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Key risks5 records

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Key highlights5 records

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Classification, Details

Segment1 record

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Technology focused
No
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No

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Has app

Feature3 records

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Compliance4 records

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds2 records

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors1 record

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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Aruna Revolution Health

Menstrual Care Productsarunarevolution.com

Aruna Revolution Health Inc. is a Canadian DTC consumer goods company selling TUV OK Compost-certified, plant-based menstrual pads (Regular and Super) directly to environmentally and health-conscious women through arunarevolution.com.

What Aruna Revolution Health does

Aruna Revolution Health Inc. is a Canadian consumer goods company, founded in 2021 and headquartered at 10 Ilsley Ave, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, that designs, manufactures, and sells compostable menstrual pads. The company's product portfolio consists of two SKUs — a Regular variant (10 pads/box) and a Super variant (for heavy or overnight flow) — both built as winged pads from organic, plant-based materials that exclude chlorine, bleach, plastic, and synthetic fragrances. The core technical differentiator is a TUV OK Home & Industrial Compost-certified backsheet that fully decomposes in both home and commercial compost settings, paired with a top layer dermatologically tested on 60 people to confirm non-irritation; manufacturing is done in ISO 9001-certified facilities. The company explicitly uses "compostable" rather than "biodegradable" positioning, investing in educational content to contrast the two claims and counter category greenwashing.

Aruna operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model through arunarevolution.com, selling individual boxes of pads on a one-time purchase basis with no subscription mechanism currently disclosed. Pricing is not publicly listed, and revenue mechanics are not disclosed. Marketing is concentrated in organic channels: an Instagram presence and website content focused on sustainability education, period poverty awareness (the company cites that 22% of Canadians experience period poverty), and the environmental cost of conventional pads (citing 20 billion menstrual products entering North American landfills annually and a 500-year decomposition timeline for traditional plastic pads). Distribution is domestic Canada only, and the company has signaled an intent to enter B2B/wholesale via a "For Business" navigation item on the site.

Operationally, Aruna is a sub-10-person private company with no disclosed institutional venture or private equity backing. Disclosed funding is limited to roughly $40,000 raised in April 2023 from an unnamed investor and participation in The LAUNCH program in June 2023. The company is co-located in the Dartmouth/Halifax life-sciences cluster with stated ties to local university and life-sciences ecosystems, which serves as the foundation for its R&D adjacency. There is no mobile app, no API, no AI/ML capability disclosed, and no executive team is publicly listed.

Aruna Revolution Health firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Aruna Revolution Health
Legal name
Aruna Revolution Health Inc
Website
https://arunarevolution.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2021
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
1–10 employees
Short description
Aruna Revolution Health Inc. is a Canadian DTC consumer goods company selling TUV OK Compost-certified, plant-based menstrual pads (Regular and Super) directly to environmentally and health-conscious women through arunarevolution.com.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Aruna Revolution Health industry classification

Industry
Product category
Menstrual Care Products
NAICS
Sanitary Paper Product Manufacturing (322291), Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing (3256)
SIC
Perfumes, Cosmetics & Other Toilet Preparations (2844), Papers & Allied Products (2600)
akta.pro primary industry
Menstrual Pads (Disposable) (CRABAIAA)
akta.pro secondary industries
Compostable Materials & Certified Compostables (IMAEAOAC), Compostable & Biodegradable Disposable Supplies (CRAJAGAK)

Keywords

  • Compostable menstrual pads
  • Sustainable period care
  • Plant-based feminine hygiene
  • Eco-friendly menstrual products
  • Organic sanitary pads

Where Aruna Revolution Health is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Vancouver
HQ country
Canada
HQ region
North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

Aruna Revolution Health business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

  1. Compostable Menstrual Products: Direct-to-consumer sales of compostable menstrual pads. Products sold in boxes (10 pads per box for Regular variant) through their e-commerce website. One-time purchase model for individual consumers.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goRegular compostable menstrual pads - 10 pads per box

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Aruna Revolution Health product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Aruna Revolution Health designs, manufactures, and sells compostable menstrual pads made from organic, plant-based materials free of chlorine, bleach, plastic, and synthetic fragrances. The company sells two product variants (Regular and Super absorbency) directly to individual consumers through its own e-commerce website, positioning them as a sustainable alternative to conventional disposable pads that take 500 years to decompose.

Product overview

Aruna Revolution Health Inc. is a consumer goods company offering a focused portfolio of compostable menstrual care products. The product line consists of two compostable menstrual pad variants: Regular (for moderate flow, 10 pads per box) and Super (for heavy flow, day or overnight use). Both products are winged pads made from plant-based ingredients without chlorine, bleach, plastic, or synthetic fragrances. The company positions itself as an eco-conscious alternative to traditional disposable menstrual products, with pads certified for home and industrial compost environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Regular Compostable Menstrual Pad

Quantifiable outcome

  • Traditional plastic pads take 500 years to decompose vs. Aruna's compostable pads
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use Aruna Revolution Health

Customer profile

Segments1 record

Aruna Revolution Health technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Aruna Revolution Health partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • Halifax University and Life-Sciences EcosystemsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorking in close partnership with Halifax's vibrant university and life-sciences ecosystems. The company is located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, which is described as a hub for life sciences and innovative technologies.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Aruna Revolution Health competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Saalt: Saalt is a DTC period care brand known for menstrual cups and offering reusable and disposable sustainable period products. Aruna is comparable in sustainability positioning, DTC channel, and target customer, though Saalt's core product (cups) is a different format.
  • The Honey Pot Company: The Honey Pot sells plant-based feminine hygiene products including pads, tampons, and washes via DTC and retail. Aruna shares a comparable plant-based/chemical-free positioning, target demographic, and omnichannel ambition.
  • Cora: Cora is a women-led organic menstrual care brand selling pads, tampons, and liners via DTC. Cora shares Aruna's organic/chemical-free positioning, subscription model, and B2B institutional mission to combat period poverty—making it a close comparable in both product and target customer.
  • Rael: Rael is a DTC organic feminine care brand offering pads, tampons, and liners with a focus on clean ingredients. Aruna is comparable to Rael in target customer (eco-conscious women), product form (compostable/organic pads), and channel (DTC e-commerce with strong content marketing).
  • Organyc: Organyc is a brand of organic cotton feminine care products including pads, panty liners, and tampons. Aruna is directly comparable in product form (organic/certified-natural pads), material science focus, and target customer seeking non-toxic period care.
  • Natracare: Natracare is a long-established direct-to-consumer brand making organic, plastic-free menstrual pads and other feminine hygiene products. Aruna competes most directly with Natracare in the certified-compostable/organic pad category, with similar plant-based positioning and DTC e-commerce distribution.
  • Lola (Female Founded): Lola is a DTC feminine care brand selling organic cotton tampons, pads, and liners on a subscription basis. Aruna is directly comparable in product category (pads), target customer (eco-conscious women), and DTC subscription-adjacent model.

Broad incumbents

  • Kimberly-Clark (Kotex/U by Kotex): Kimberly-Clark's Kotex brand is a mass-market menstrual care leader with national retail distribution. Aruna is comparable in competing for the same end customer, but Kotex is a broad incumbent in conventional pads; the comparable innovation pressure comes from their ability to launch certified-compostable SKUs at scale.
  • Procter & Gamble (Always): P&G's Always is the global mass-market leader in menstrual pads with massive retail distribution and marketing budgets. Aruna is comparable as it competes for the same end-user, but Always is a broad incumbent whose conventional plastic pads contrast with Aruna's certified-compostable positioning.

Emerging players

  • Topput (Tampliner, etc.): Topput is a small startup making compostable period care products. Aruna is comparable as a similarly sized, mission-driven startup in the compostable menstrual care space, though Topput focuses on hybrid tampon/pad products.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

Aruna Revolution Health social profiles

Digital presence

Aruna Revolution Health compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance4 records

Aruna Revolution Health financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Aruna Revolution Health leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Aruna Revolution Health funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Aruna Revolution Health M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Aruna Revolution Health

What does Aruna Revolution Health do?

Aruna Revolution Health designs, manufactures, and sells compostable menstrual pads made from organic, plant-based materials free of chlorine, bleach, plastic, and synthetic fragrances. The company sells two product variants (Regular and Super absorbency) directly to individual consumers through its own e-commerce website, positioning them as a sustainable alternative to conventional disposable pads that take 500 years to decompose.

Is Aruna Revolution Health a public or private company?

Aruna Revolution Health is a private company. It is currently operating.

When was Aruna Revolution Health founded?

Aruna Revolution Health was founded in 2021. It employs 1 to 10 people.

Where is Aruna Revolution Health based?

Aruna Revolution Health is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, in the North America region.

How does Aruna Revolution Health make money?

One revenue line is on record: compostable Menstrual Products.

Who are Aruna Revolution Health's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Saalt, The Honey Pot Company, Cora, Rael, Organyc, Natracare and Lola (Female Founded). Broad incumbents are Kimberly-Clark (Kotex/U by Kotex) and Procter & Gamble (Always). Topput (Tampliner, etc.) is listed as an emerging player.

Does Aruna Revolution Health have an API?

No public API is recorded for Aruna Revolution Health.

What industry is Aruna Revolution Health in?

Aruna Revolution Health's product category is Menstrual Care Products. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRABAIAA, Menstrual Pads (Disposable), with a secondary code of IMAEAOAC, Compostable Materials & Certified Compostables. Its NAICS code is 322291 and its SIC code is 2844.

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EntrevestorEntrevestorDartmouth-based Aruna Revolution secured a $300,000 investment for a 25% equity stake from Dragons Michele Romanow and Manjit Minhas on the television show Dragons' Den. The company, which produces compostable sanitary products to reduce environmental waste, aims to expand its product line to include tampons, panty liners, diapers, and incontinence pads.TechCrunchThe 22 top clean tech and energy startups from Disrupt Startup BattlefieldTechCrunch's Startup Battlefield has selected the top 20 clean tech and energy startups, highlighting their innovative strategies and technologies. Notable among them are AraBat, Aruna Revolution, and CarbonBridge, which develop recycling, biodegradable products, and sustainable molecular synthesis, respectively.The UbysseyRashmi Prakash wants us to talk about menstrual health without shameRashmi Prakash, CEO of Aruna Revolution and a biomedical engineering professor at UBC, has developed fully compostable menstrual pads made from agricultural cellulose to address health and environmental hazards associated with traditional products. Her innovation was recognized with the national Dyson Award for Design Innovation, positioning her for the international award. The company aims to provide a sustainable alternative that decomposes within two months while promoting destigmatization and equitable access to menstrual health care.Design EngineeringTop 10 Under 40 2024: Meet Rashmi Prakash with Aruna Revolution HealthRashmi Prakash, co-founder and CEO of Aruna Revolution Health, was featured in the 'Top 10 Under 40 2024' list by Design Engineering magazine for her work in biomedical engineering. The article highlights her development of assistive technologies, medical devices, and sustainable menstrual products aimed at improving health outcomes and environmental sustainability. It details her professional background and specific achievements in empowering teams and creating impactful medical innovations.Canada.caThe story of Rashmi Prakash and Aruna RevolutionAruna Revolution, a Halifax-based startup specializing in sustainable menstrual products, has been operating for three years while protecting its intellectual property through patents and strategic partnerships. The company received support from the Industrial Research Assistance Program's IP Assist, the Innovation Asset Collective, and Atlantic IP delivered by Springboard to navigate complex patenting processes.Toronto StarDeveloping period products that are healthier for the body — and the planetAruna Revolution, co-founded by Rashmi Prakash and Lanna Last, has developed a compostable period pad using food waste fibers to address environmental and health concerns associated with traditional menstrual products. The company placed as a finalist in the Food Waste Reduction Challenge, competing for $1 million in development funding after successfully prototyping their circular packaging and product materials.