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Women switch to reusable period pads and period underwear to cut waste, save money over time, and avoid the plasticky feel of synthetic disposables.
A single person can throw away thousands of disposable pads and tampons over a lifetime, and a reusable set replaces that endless monthly cost with one you wash and use again for years. Comfort matters too: many disposables feel plasticky just when you are least in the mood for it, while our reusable pads and period underwear sit soft against the skin. We go into this more deeply in our blog, 10 reasons to switch to reusable pads. The simplest way to start is the Day & Night Reusable Stay-Dry Period Pads Starter Set, which pairs a day and a night pad so you can try reusables across a full cycle.
The best way to get through a long work day on a heavy flow is to start in reusable period underwear with a reusable pad layered on top, swap just the pad as the day goes on, then finish in only the underwear as your flow eases.
This is the trick our customers swear by, because two absorbent layers carry you confidently through a heavy flow without ever changing your underwear. An easy way to have both ready is a set like our Heavy Flow Period & Light Bladder Leakage Essentials Set, which pairs leak-proof underwear with a reusable pad for exactly this kind of day. When you change a pad, the used one folds away into a leak-proof zip bag, sealed and odour-free, so there is nothing to rinse in a public bathroom and nothing showing. Our Stay-Dry Overnight Pads come in a 3 pack and our Long Panty Liner in a 10 pack, and a Leak Proof Bag is handy if you would like a few in rotation. At home you rinse them and pop them in the wash. Towards the end of the day, when things slow down, take the pad out and stay in just the underwear. Manage it by time and flow, and a heavy day at work stops being something you think about.
Reusable period underwear is best for lighter days when you are out and cannot easily change, while reusable pads are best for longer, busier days when you want to freshen up as you go.
Both use the same leak-proof construction inside, so it comes down to your day. Period underwear is an all-in-one you simply pull on, with nothing to position and nothing to shift, which makes it ideal for work, school or a full day on a lighter to moderate flow. Our Cotton Rich Moderate Flow Leakage & Period Underwear is a popular everyday choice. Reusable pads suit you when you are out for a long stretch, because you can slip a fresh one in and change discreetly through the day without a full outfit change. Our Ultra Thin Long Reusable Panty Liner With Wings snaps in place and is quick and easy to swap. Many women keep both and choose by the day.
No, a reusable pad stays hidden inside your underwear for daily wear, as long as you choose a pad that does not extend past the crotch.
The everyday styles to reach for are our Panty Liner, Long Panty Liner and day Pads, which sit neatly inside your underwear and wear far more invisibly. An Overnight Pad is the exception: it is longer by design and extends back past the crotch to sit over your bum for lying-down protection, so it can show under fitted clothes and is best kept for night. The other thing that affects the line is the underwear itself, since thick stitched seams or a heavy full-cut brief can print through. For a completely invisible finish, our Sleek Period Briefs and Brushed Period Briefs use a fine fabric with seamless bonded edges, so there is no ridge to show.
Reusable pads and period underwear stop leaks with a built-in absorbent terry layer and a waterproof TPU backing working together.
They are usually made of three layers. The top layer against your skin is chosen for softness and comfort, and on our stay-dry styles it draws moisture down into the absorbent layer so the surface feels drier, while some styles use a soft cotton-rich fabric for a natural feel. The middle layer of absorbent terry does the real work of holding the liquid, and the more terry a style has, the more it holds, which is why heavier styles feel a little more substantial than a light liner. Beneath that, the waterproof TPU backing stops anything passing through to your clothes. Very light liner styles use little or no terry and lean on the waterproof layer for everyday backup. For overnight-level security, our Reusable Stay-Dry Incontinence & Overnight Period Pads are built with extra terry.
No, our reusable pads and period underwear are designed to feel cool and comfortable, because the fabric is moisture-wicking rather than trapping heat against your skin.
The stay-dry layer draws moisture down and away from your skin, so the surface stays drier and you do not get that warm, damp feeling you can get with plasticky disposables. That wicking action is what keeps you comfortable through a full day, whether you are at work, exercising or out in the heat. If you run warm or simply prefer a natural fibre next to your skin, our Cotton Rich Period Underwear is a lovely breathable option, with a soft cotton-rich feel and the same leak-proof protection. Either way, you stay cool, dry and comfortable all day long.
Choose your reusable period product by flow: light or liner styles for spotting and the start or end of your period, moderate styles for regular days, and heavy or overnight styles for your heaviest flow.
Because protection comes from how much absorbent terry is built into each style, the flow level is a reliable guide to how much it holds. For light days and everyday backup, our Everyday Panty Liner Period Underwear is a soft, slim pull-on option, or the Ultra Thin Small Panty Liner does the same job as a light pad. Step up to a moderate style like our Cotton Rich Moderate Flow Period Underwear for your regular flow. For your heaviest days and through the night, our Stay-Dry Overnight Pads carry the most terry for maximum protection while you sleep. Most women keep a small mix and choose by the day.
To wash reusable pads and period underwear, rinse in cold water until it runs clear, then machine wash on a gentle cold cycle and hang to dry.
Cold water is important, because hot water can set stains and shorten the life of the waterproof backing, and you should skip fabric softener since it coats the fabric and reduces how much it can absorb. When you are out, a Leak Proof Bag holds used reusable pads or period underwear sealed away discreetly until you get home, so there is no fuss in a public bathroom. At the machine, pop everything into a Mesh Delicates Washbag and wash with your normal load. Air drying keeps the elastic and backing in good shape, and cared for this way a good set lasts for years.
Yes, reusable period underwear and pads also work for light bladder leakage, because the absorbent terry layer and waterproof backing hold liquid away from your clothes whatever the source.
Many women come to us for their period and are relieved to find the same pair quietly handles light bladder leakage too, the kind that can come with a laugh, a sneeze, exercise or after having a baby. It is far more common than anyone talks about, and there is nothing to feel awkward about. These reusable styles give you discreet, washable, everyday protection that feels like normal underwear, with none of the bulk or rustle of a disposable liner. For comfortable all-day cover, our Contour Sleek Period Full Briefs give smooth, moderate protection that works just as well for light bladder leakage as for your period, with nothing showing under clothes.
Yes, reusable period pads are cheaper than disposables over time, because you buy once instead of restocking every single month.
Think of it this way. With disposables, even at a sale price of about $4.20 AUD a pack, you are buying pads again every cycle, which adds up to roughly $6 a month and over $200 across three years, and it never stops. A reusable set costs around $120 to $150 once, lasts three to five years or more with care, and works out to about $3 to $4 a month. Most women find it pays for itself within about two years, then keeps saving from there.
To get the most life out of them, keep a few in rotation so you are not washing the same one constantly, rinse in cold water, and always air dry instead of using the dryer, since heat is what wears out the elastic and waterproof backing. Buying a multipack lowers the cost even further, which is why our Ultra Thin XL Reusable Panty Liner with Wings 3 Pack is a popular way to stock up. Best of all, you keep thousands of disposables out of landfill along the way.
The best reusable pad for you depends on your flow, from a slim panty liner for light days to a longer overnight pad for your heaviest.
Absorbency comes from two things: how much absorbent terry is built in, and the length and surface area of the pad, since a longer pad simply has more room to hold more flow. For everyday freshness, spotting, or the lighter start and end of a period, a slim Small Panty Liner is all you need. For regular flow or a longer day out, a Long Panty Liner adds length and protection. For your heaviest days and through the night, our Overnight Pads carry the most terry and the longest coverage. Most product pages also include a leak-proof guide showing the flow level for that style, so you can match it to your day before you buy.
The Cotton Rich range gives you a soft, breathable, natural-cotton feel against the skin, while the Invisible range is a sleeker, slimmer fabric that sits smoothly and disappears under clothes.
Both ranges use the same leak-proof construction inside, so the difference is the feel and the look, not the protection. The Cotton Rich range is for women who want that natural cotton touch every day: soft, breathable, and easy to live in, like our Cotton Rich Moderate Flow Leakage & Period Underwear. We developed the Invisible range because period underwear can sometimes feel a little bulky, so we made this one less bulky and smoother to the touch, which lets clothing drape easily over it with fewer visible lines, like our Sleek Period Full Briefs, Invisible Period High Waist Mini Shorts and, for longer leg coverage, Invisible Period Ultra High Waist Long Shorts. Many women keep one of each and choose by the outfit: casual everyday comfort, or a sleek finish under something fitted.
Yes, you can wear a reusable period pad inside reusable period underwear at the same time, and for a heavy flow it is the most leak-proof combination we offer.
The period underwear already has its own absorbent terry and waterproof backing, and adding a reusable pad on top gives you a second absorbent layer working with it. Together they handle a heavy flow with real confidence, so there is no watching the clock and no worrying about a leak in a meeting. It is the layering our customers rely on for their heaviest days, and it means one comfortable setup does the job of far more disposables. If you would like it ready-paired, our Super Heavy Day Period & Moderate Bladder Leakage Set brings the underwear and a pad together for your heaviest flow, or you can build your own by layering our Stay-Dry Overnight Pads inside our Cotton Rich Moderate Flow Period Underwear.