They're also made from responsibly-sourced Tencel™ modal, scoring them sustainability points to boot. 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. After that, you can either hand wash with detergent (this will make them last longer) or wash them in the washing machine in a gentle, cold wash (30°).

You can bleed freely in them for up to 12 hours, whether you're going to work, to the gym or even for a swim. They are designed to hold three tampons' worth of blood, so consider how long it takes you to get through three tampons and go from there.These impressive Modibodi pants claim to hold 10 tampons’ worth of fluid – meaning they’ve really got you covered. They're made from breathable, recycled fabric and feature a new mesh side panel that maximises airflow while you're sweating. Why we love them: “All hail Modibodi for the release of these period-proof shorts which have been designed to wear under dresses, loose-fitting clothes or pyjamas when lounging around the house.

Susan was daydreaming about starting a the Feminist Mafia together - Tara wondered why she couldn’t find organic tampons anywhere. According to the Women’s Environmental Network, single use menstrual products – think pads, tampons and plastic applicators – generate 200,000 tonnes of waste per year.In addition, beginner patterns omit closures, making them perfect if you are new to sewing or are looking for a quick and easy make.

We scored each pair based on functionality and period protection: factors like comfort, absorbency during heavy periods, what they’re made from (sustainable, organic cotton? They absorbed fluid instantly and dried quickly, while also being comfortable and soft to wear for 93% of testers. Before many people try period pants they wonder this but thanks to the magical gusset 🪄 your blood is pulled into the absorbent layer keeping you comfortable and dry! Primark's affordable pants are made from a mix of cotton and polyester, and come in a range of sizes. A bathroom chat at university first got friends Tara Chandra and Susan Allen thinking about an organic period product business.

They are bulky and more about making a statement with the middle finger sign printed on them - saddos. We didn't find any PFAs of the known ones we tested for, but we were surprised to find some brands contained notable levels of silver, and that this wasn't always clear at point of sale.

The Saalt period pants were described as “supportive and secure”, while providing a close fit that was barely noticeable under tight leggings, making them a great workout buddy. While the number of period panties users is growing, there’s still a way to go in cementing them as more popular than their singe-use counterparts.

I love how lightweight they feel in comparison to period pants from other brands, how stretchy they are and how high they sit on my waist. I was on holiday with my friends in the South of France, begrudgingly on my period, and desperate to get involved in water sports/swimming races without fear of leaking. To find out more about the sustainability issues around underwear, see our story on are your pants bad for the planet? They were comfy to wear too, even during the night for 92%, while the sustainably sourced materials were surprisingly stretchy and soft.