Let's explore menstrual underwear 🍷

Cups of change
Mar 10
4 min read

I got a good question from a fellow woman about younger girls or Virgins than cannot use menstrual cups yet.

And of course there should be an option for them to. I would love to hear your point of view on this.

So, how do period underwear work?

A period underwear works with your body and your flow, no matter what you're up to. They absorb menstrual flow like a pad, but feel just as comfortable as your regular underwear,

making it easy to let your body do its thing and let the underwear take care of the rest.

The period underwear is made of an absorbent fabric so it can soak up menstrual blood during the day (or the Sleepwear period underwear for nighttime). Thanks to their snug fit, they look and feel just like regular underwear, except you can bleed in them.

Plus, they're reusable - you just rinse them in cold water and wash them, and they're ready to use, over and over again!

Is this where TriTech comes in?

Exactly! The reason the underwear can both be regular underwear and take care of your period is that the crotch of the underwear (the part that goes between your legs and is closest to your vulva) is designed with TriTech Performance.

TriTech combines three layers of material that take care of menstrual blood, spotting, discharge, and sweat.

The three layers of TriTech consist of:

A cotton-soft, moisture-wicking layer to quickly move menstrual flow and other fluid deep into... The super-absorbent middle layer that locks in the fluid safely for up to 12 hours. And then there's the outer layer. Where the secure and breathable material ensures air can get through and it dries quickly.

Fabric that wicks moisture away from the body

Modern high-tech fabrics can transport moisture and fluid away from the body - you might recognize it from workout clothes? The period underwear has a layer of high-tech polyester that, unlike cotton, quickly directs intimate fluids to the absorbent layer so the surface feels as dry as possible.

This means that the period underwear feels dry and comfortable - regardless of menstrual flow, spotting, discharge, or sweat.

You can feel confident that period underwear absorbs for up to 12 hours, day and night.

Let your body do its thing and let the period underwear take care of the rest!

How absorbent is period underwear?

Period underwear is available in different models and with different absorption levels depending on which model you choose.

Period underwear with light absorption is suitable for days when you have light menstrual flow, such as discharge, sweat, or spotting.

However, some period underwear is specially designed for heavy flow and can handle even the thickest and heaviest flow, with clots and all. This period underwear is right for you if you usually change your pad or tampon up to six times a day.

In other words, which period underwear is right for you depends on your flow and which absorption level you want.

How does period underwear prevent odor?

This period underwear has a special moisture-wicking and absorbent layer with an antimicrobial odor control system that helps neutralize odor, even in hot and humid climates.

Finding brands that are comfortable and safe products is important to us To find if this is the option I go for.

How do I get started with period underwear?

Before buying a pair of period underwear, it's a good idea to learn more about all the occasions when you can use them.

Period underwear is also a good option for different life stages: if you're a teenager who has just started having your first menstrual cycle, a mother after childbirth, or if you're in perimenopause. There's underwear for everyone!

Period underwear has different types of absorption levels to work for different types of flow, whether you have light or heavy menstrual flow. It can therefore be good to find out what the different types of absorption levels mean, and how to know which period underwear is right for you and your flow.

Period underwear makes everyday life and all menstrual changes easier. For the night, there's also Sleepwear period underwear adapted specifically for nighttime, with a widened and extended crotch that locks in menstrual flow no matter how you move in your sleep. No matter where you are in your menstrual cycle, the period underwear absorbs menstrual flow, discharge, and spotting - and looks just like regular underwear!

It's very common to start with just one pair to see if you like how they work with your flows and your body. After that, you might want to add two, four, or more pairs of period underwear with different absorption levels and in different models to match your mood, your wardrobe, and your flow - so you always have the right pair throughout your menstrual cycle.

Some of us might want to buy period underwear for heavy flow for the ultimate comfort on days when we have a lot of menstrual flow. Others might prefer to have period underwear for light flow, which can be used while waiting for the period to start or for discharge and spotting. There's period underwear for all needs, so it's entirely up to you!

You can always buy more pairs of period underwear if needed so that you don't have to wash them as often. If you want to make sure your period underwear lasts longer, avoid using fabric softener. You just need to rinse them quickly under cold water in the sink before putting them in the washing machine, that's all!

How often do I need to change period underwear?

This period underwear is made to be used for up to 12 hours, so you can use them safely both day and night. You just need to put on a pair in the morning before starting your day and change to a new pair before going to bed. Let your body do its thing and let the period underwear take care of the rest!

However, some may feel more comfortable changing more often than that, so remember that there is no exact rule for how often you should change your period underwear. See how it feels when you use them and do what feels best for you.