Washable sanitary pads

The reusable sanitary pads, the alternative to disposable pads, are not a new concept... they are in fact an old concept. What was once considered primitive and impractical in the last century, the era of the disposable, throw-away pad, is now being re-examined, the benefits of which are becoming more and more apparent around the world.

With lower prices and exceptional quality (which gives them a life expectancy twice as long as most other cloth towels on the market), choose from our collection of washable sanitary pads can significantly increase your long-term savings. It's the environmentally friendly and sustainable choice for a healthy and positive period.

How do reusable pads actually work?

As with single-use disposable pads, you attach the reusable pads to the crotch of your underwear, and they absorb menstrual fluid externally. The way they are made is what makes them different from the pads you may be used to. Some pads are made up of two separate parts: there's a washable backing that attaches to the crotch of your underwear and an absorbent insert that you can wash, reuse, and even double up on those tougher days. Other models consist of a single piece of fabric that attaches to your underwear.

Whether the absorbent part of the washable towel is removable or not, it is usually made of cotton, synthetic fabrics or charcoal-based materials. Disposable pads can contain many materials, including a combination of wood pulp and superabsorbent polymer (the same "slime powder" you find in most disposable diapers).

The disposable sanitary pads tend to come in different sizes to accommodate different flow levels, but many brands claim that their products are more absorbent than the average disposable pad. You should change disposable pads when they start to feel full or wet and uncomfortable, usually every four to eight hours.

How do I clean a reusable sanitary pad?

For cleaning and maintenance of reusable sanitary pads, it's best to follow the instructions that come with the pad of your choice. As a general rule, cloth pads can be washed like other clothes (if your pad comes with an insert, separate it from the cover before putting both items in the washing machine).

Benefits of cloth sanitary pads

Health

Switching to reusable, washable cloth sanitary pads can potentially reduce period discomfort, skin irritation, yeast infections and menstrual flow (for shorter periods). Most women who have switched to this type of pad report many or all of these changes in their monthly cycle.

Comfort and convenience

Today's cloth sanitary towels go far beyond what their basic cloth cousins were back in the day. Cloth pads are much more comfortable, functional and attractive because of their unique all-in-one design (nothing to stuff, add or assemble). Using cloth means you always have sanitary protection on hand: no more running to the store at the last minute because you've run out of disposables!

There is a common fear that washable pads don't protect against leaks as much and trap moisture more than their disposable counterparts. The opposite is true! Cotton breathes, is softer on the skin and therefore more comfortable. The unpleasant odours that many people worry about are mainly due to the plastic: cotton washable sanitary pads do not contain the same chemical components that generate these unpleasant odours.

Washable pads are economical

While a set of washable pads obviously costs more up front than a box of disposable sanitary pads, the savings over the lifetime of your washable pads are considerable. In addition to the environmental impact, switching to washable pads can save you money.

Our store also offers the menstrual panties, daytime panty liners with additional inserts, a collection by Créations Èvanie Arès.