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Periods are a natural part of life, but traditional products like pads and tampons create significant environmental waste. Menstrual underwear offers an eco-friendly, comfortable, and practical alternative that every woman can benefit from. It’s better for the planet, healthier for your body, and easier on your wallet. Here’s why it’s time to make the switch:
Each disposable pad or tampon adds to the landfill and can take 500+ years to break down. One pair of period underwear can replace up to 200 disposables, reducing your personal waste by 90%.
Producing and shipping disposable products emits 5–9 kg of CO₂ per person annually. Period underwear, especially those made from organic cotton or bamboo, has up to 6x less carbon impact and it only needs washing, not replacing.
A set of reusable period underwear lasts 2–5 years. While it costs more upfront, it saves hundreds (or even thousands) in the long run.
Pads and tampons often contain chemicals, fragrances, and plastics. Period underwear is breathable, gentle, and usually free from PFAS and toxins, great for sensitive skin and overall well-being.
Today’s period underwear comes in many styles and absorbency levels. They’re sleek, discreet, and often more comfy than pads or tampons, perfect for day or night.
Reusable products give women more control. For communities with limited access to disposable products, period underwear provides a lasting, dignified solution.
Just rinse, wash with the rest of your laundry, and reuse. A few pairs can last for a year, saving you time, money, and waste.
Menstrual underwear is more than just a trend. It’s an empowering choice that supports your body, your budget, and the environment. Choosing it means making a real difference every single cycle.
Choose your flow type based on the number of pads, tampons or cups you use in approx. 12 hours.
These are guide figures, not medical advice. Absorbency is measured under lab conditions and real-world results vary with fit and activity. If your flow soaks through in under two hours, speak to a healthcare professional.
Find your true-to-size fit:
| Size | US | UK | EU | Hip (cm) | Waist (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 4–6 | 8–10 | 36–38 | 88–92 | 66–70 |
| S | 6–8 | 10–12 | 38–40 | 92–96 | 70–74 |
| M | 8–10 | 12–14 | 40–42 | 96–100 | 74–78 |
| L | 10–12 | 14–16 | 42–44 | 100–104 | 78–82 |
| XL | 12–14 | 16–18 | 44–46 | 104–110 | 82–88 |
| 2XL | 14–16 | 18–20 | 46–48 | 110–116 | 88–94 |
| 3XL | 16–18 | 20–22 | 48–50 | 116–122 | 94–100 |
| 4XL | 18–20 | 22–24 | 50–52 | 122–128 | 100–106 |
Swipe sideways for EU, hip and waist
Wrap the tape around the narrowest part of your natural waistline.
Measure around the fullest part of your hips with feet together.
Between two sizes? Size up for a relaxed, overnight-ready fit.
Measurements are body measurements, not garment measurements. Tolerance is 1–2 cm on finished garments. For private-label orders we can build to your own size spec.