How do period panties work
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Washable and Absorbent Period Thongs
moderate
holds up to 5 tampons
Our Moderate Mesh Trim Brief holds up to 5 regular tampons’ worth of flow to help keep you feeling comfy, cute, and protected all day
super heavy
holds up to 7 tampons
Our Super Heavy Brief holds up to 7 regular tampons’ worth of flow and will be a top drawer essential for your heavy period days.
overnight
holds up to 9 tampons
Our Overnight High Rise Brief holds up to 9 regular tampons’ worth of flow so you can get the worry-free sleep you've been dreaming about! These undies offer maximum absorbency with a super slim lining.
what’s the safest period product?
Using products properly, especially those inserted inside of you, is important for your safety. To maintain safety and good feminine hygiene, check product use recommendations. Period underwear are a natural way to protect against leaks. Our period underwear is available in various absorbencies, ranging from super light to overnight. If you opt for period underwear, find your flow and change underwear as needed.
What is an alternative to tampons?
Tampons are designed to collect period blood. They are inserted vaginally using an applicator and should be changed every 4-6 hours, or as needed.
What Is Period Underwear?
Period underwear is a washable and reusable period protection product. Our period underwear features a multilayer design and Leak-Loc technology. Each pair is labeled with a different absorbency, for example, our moderate absorbency underwear can hold up to 3 or 5 regular tampons, depending on the style. Available in styles like High-Rise Lace Brief and Thong, our buttery soft period underwear can make you feel dry and confident. Slip them on just like your regular underwear and take on the day or night. When you’re done, give them a quick rinse with cold water (if you can) and store them in a laundry bag until it’s laundry day. Our period underwear are machine washable. Follow our care instructions to get the maximum use of your new favorite undie!
How is period underwear different from regular underwear?
Period underwear is just like regular underwear, but made better. Period underwear looks and feels like regular underwear, with the exception of heavy and super heavy absorbency panties. Heavy and overnight absorbency underwear offers more intense protection. They are made with buttery soft materials designed to move with you. Our collection of leak proof underwear features leak proof thongs, briefs, hipster undies, and more. Choose your favorite pair and wear and wash, over and over again.
How Does Period Underwear Work?
The main idea of period underwear is to protect against period leaks. However, each brand can make them differently. Therefore, exactly how they work can vary. Our period underwear features Leak-Loc technology that pulls moisture away from the body and locks leaks in. With 4 Leak-Loc layers and bonded no-show edges, slip on discreet yet powerful protection.
Do You Wear Pads With Period Underwear?
Period underwear can be worn as a first line of solo defense against period leaks. It’s key to wear the right absorbency level that matches your flow. If you still prefer to wear another form of protection with your period underwear, you can.
How Long Does Period Underwear Last?
Period underwear can last a long time, provided you wash, dry and treat them right.
Our period underwear are made to last, and can last longer with proper care. They’re machine washable on a delicate cycle with cold water and gentle detergents. Always hang them or lay them flat to dry. Visit our care page for more information on how to care for your period underwear.
Can You Wear Period Underwear All Day?
Period underwear can be worn day or night. You can wear it all day (similar to your regular underwear), but your personal comfort and hygiene should be taken into consideration. Similar to regular underwear, you should change them once a day (at the least) or every 8-12 hours. Again, pay attention to how you feel down there.
You may also want to consider your flow. Our period underwear is available in various absorbencies. The stronger the protection, the thicker the feel of the underwear. To determine if your period underwear will last you all day, consider your expected flow
What Are The Major Benefits Of Using Period Underwear?
Now we’ve covered period underwear in detail, let’s recap the major benefits of swapping to period underwear or using it in addition to your normal routine:
Reusable: Period underwear is washable and reusable, just like your regular underwear.
Moves with your body: Our period underwear is buttery soft and designed to move with your body. Let the thought of your period drift away as you focus on everyday life instead.
Protects against period leaks: Period underwear can help protect against your whole flow cycle: from super light to overnight flows.
Machine-washable: We recommend rinsing period underwear with cold water after each use, and storing it in a laundry bag. However, when it’s time to wash, it’s machine-washable. Use a delicate cycle, cold water, and gentle detergents. To dry, hang or lay flat.
Plenty of styles available: Shop Proof for various styles of buttery-soft, leak proof period underwear.
When you're on your period, it might feel like everyone knows. But, with discreet yet powerful period underwear finished with no show edges, you can keep your flow on the down low.
Are period underwear reusable?
Period underwear is a reusable alternative to traditional single-use period and incontinence products. Simply wear and wash, not use and toss.
Is period underwear leak proof?
Our leak proof underwear is really (really) leak proof. Our patented Leak-Loc Technology has multiple layers that draw in moisture and help lock in leaks. As you shop for your new lineup of MVPs, note that absorbency level plays a role in the pair that will work best for your flow. Learn more about our absorbency levels and order your first pair(s) backed by our 60-Day Leak Free Guarantee. Keep your flow on the down low.
Are there specific washing instructions for period underwear?
Our leak proof period underwear is machine washable, but are best left to air dry. Here are a few tips to be mindful of when washing our period underwear.
Wash on a delicate cycle with cold water.
Use delicate detergents.
To sanitize, run them in the rinse cycle with a few drops of tea tree oil or vinegar.
Hang or lay flat to air dry.
Can period underwear be used by people of all ages?
We have to learn to live with periods for most of our lives. From teens to adults, period underwear can make periods a little less stressful and more comfortable, too. We proudly offer a line of teen period underwear designed specifically for teens and tweens. Our leak proof underwear can work to protect against various types of leaks, so don’t be sad when menopause hits. Your favorite underwear can live on.
Can period underwear be worn during intense physical activities or sports?
There are two scenarios to consider here; exercising on your period or exercising not on your period. Leaks can apply to both scenarios. Move with confidence and peace of mind that our leak proof underwear can protect against various types of leaks. Plus, they’re designed to fight odor, too. Built with multi-way stretch fabric that moves with your body, our underwear is ideal for movement. Period or not, you can wear our leak proof underwear during exercise or physical activity.
Can period underwear be worn by people with heavy menstrual flow?
Heavy menstrual flows can leave you extra concerned about embarrassing leaks. For added protection, shop our heavy, super heavy, and overnight underwear. With our leak proof underwear, you can be ready for anything, day or night.
