Most period pants are actually made with a patented design that neutralises bad odours and bacteria, and you can pick a style to suit you.

They're also still, at time of writing, classified as a “clothing” product – rather than a menstrual one – which means they're subject to 20% tax. They may look like a regular pair of pants but they contain a blend of absorbent layers, to soak up fluid, and moisture-wicking material to help keep you feeling dry. In December 2021, we surveyed users of period pants to find out what they liked and disliked, and how they rated the brands they'd used on factors such as leak protection, comfort and value for money. Latest Podcasts Listen to the latest episode of Seamark Radio for inspiration around all things sewing.

Some use certified organic fabrics, or recycled fabrics, which tend to be better for the environment.

Why we love them: “Part of the second collaboration between Mobibodi and Puma, these leak-free period-proof briefs are ideal for wearing under activewear when you're working out (and even when you're not, tbh). We love the pastel pops of colour in its pants range too, which will bring you some joy even on the toughest days of your period. Primark's foray into period underwear confirms that the product has gone mainstream, and it was the most commonly used brand in our survey. These patterns focus on the basics like sewing and finishing straight and curved seams, hemming, and simple shaping methods such as darts and gathers.A bathroom chat at university first got friends Tara Chandra and Susan Allen thinking about an organic period product business. The environmental saving of switching to a more sustainable period product like reusable pants or pads is vast. Some manufacturers have branched out into period proof swimwear and gym wear, too, or pants that are easily removed and swapped when you're out and about. Our pants feature a sustainably-sourced cotton from the Better Cotton™ + feature a triple-layer that absorbs up to 5 tampons’ worth of menstrual flow.

Main Fabric: Lightweight to medium weight knit fabrics with at least 50% 4-way stretch and good recovery, such as bamboo/soy jersey blends, organic cotton, and rayon. To celebrate 10 years of Modibodi, the global leaks apparel brand has a huge 30% off its most loved items from 21 st – 30 th September.

Our reusable pants are washable and hold up to 5 tampons' worth of menstrual flow, giving you all the comfort and support you need. Similarly to period pads, period underwear is worn on the outside of your body meaning it will soak up water while swimming and will leave you with surrounded by a red cloud🩸. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). Many still use synthetic fabrics such as polyester and nylon, which aren't biodegradable, and might release micro-plastics when they break down. We also use none 🙅‍♀️ of the nasties you'll find in conventional tampons and pads - no fragrances, no dyes, no allergens or harsh chemicals like chlorine bleach.