How to Wash Your Periodwear

(Just 3 Simple Steps!)

Keeping period undies fresh, fabulous, and functioning at their peak is sooo easy.

Here's our easy-peasy 'how to wash period undies' guide with everything you need to know.

STEP 1.

RINSE

Rinse worn undies in luke warm water until water runs clear. It's best to do this ASAP. 

If that's not poss, pop them in a Stash Bag and take them out at home (before they dry out!) and rinse.

STEP 2.

MACHINE WASH

Toss 'em in the wash, cold cycle with stuff of similar shades. 

Skip the fabric softener - bamboo's already got the softness nailed and the absorbent layers aren't a fan! For that extra bit of care, a wash bag is your undies' best friend. 🧼💖

STEP 3.

HANG OUT

... not with the undies - that'd be weird!

Pop underwear out on the line to dry naturally. No dryers, please. And make sure your underwear is fully dry before storing them away. 

By adhering to these straightforward guidelines, you can extend the lifespan of our period underwear for girls to around 12-18 months, and often even longer.

How to Wash Period Swim Undies

The directions are exactly the same as the 'how to care' instructions for day-to-day period underwear.

Because the swim undies will be exposed to either chlorine or salt water though, it's EVEN MORE IMPORTANT to ensure that period swim undies get a rinse when you're done in the pool or at the beach to protect the water resistant sealant that's used to make our period swim underwear work its wonders.

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But what exactly is period underwear?

Period panties are designed to be worn during your menstrual cycle, offering an eco-friendly alternative to single-use products like tampons or pads.

Our teen period panties are crafted to feel exactly like regular underwear, without any bulkiness, and feature additional layers and specialised fabrics to absorb up to 15ml of the same as around 4 regular pads' worth of menstrual flow.

Simply wash, wear, and reuse — they're an enduring option for every phase of your cycle.

Benefits of Switching to Period Underwear

Period panties offer comfort and leak-proof protection while also being an ecologically sustainable and economically smart choice. They are less irritating than tampons, more comfortable than sanitary pads, and less messy than menstrual cups. Plus, with period panties, you’re always prepared—no more last-minute tampon runs to the store.

Does Period Underwear Actually Work?

Absolutely! Period underwear can replace your liners, pads, tampons, and cups, or be worn with a tampon or cup if she has an extra heavy flow for extra protection.

Can You Wear Period Underwear All Day?

Yes, you can wear period underwear all day depending on the type and your menstrual flow. Most period underwear comes in versions for heavy, medium, or light flow. If you use them as extra protection on heavy days with a tampon or menstrual cup, they can last all day. On lighter days, a single pair is usually sufficient for the entire day.

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