Period underwear · 8 min read
Which period underwear to buy? What to look out for [checklist]
By SELENACARE Redaktion · 28 April 2022
The period underwear trend
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Period underwear is becoming more and more popular. Almost every week, a new brand launches its own pants. From a shopper's point of view, a wide choice is very attractive – but it also raises the questions “Which period underwear is the best?” and “Which period underwear should I buy?”. If you have already asked yourself one of these questions, here are some useful tips on how to find the period underwear that is best for you.
How good are period pants?
Period pants are comfortable and uncomplicated to use, which makes them a great starting point for a first period and for period beginners. They are also washable and reusable, which saves a lot of waste. Outside your period, period pants can be worn as regular underwear or to catch discharge or sweat.
Which period underwear to buy? Checklist
Which brand of period underwear should I buy?
There are period pants from small brands that specialise in nothing else, from large companies that also sell other products, and from underwear manufacturers that are now adding period pants to their range. None of this says anything about the quality of the period underwear – in theory, you can find good pants from any brand. Here are a few tips to help you reach a decision.
Compare the product features
As you have probably noticed when searching for period pants and comparing product features, all brands promise roughly the same thing. When deciding, it is easy to be guided by looks or by a soft spot for one brand or another.
The material of our period pants is certified to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100. OEKO-TEX guarantees that all components have been tested for harmful substances and that the item is safe for your health. If you would like to know exactly what our period pants are made of, we recommend a look at our guide “Period underwear materials: what our pants are made of”
Check the reviews
It is of course ideal if you get a recommendation from someone who has already put the pants in question through their paces and can tell you whether the product description lives up to its promises. If you do not know anyone who has tested period pants, you can search specifically for reviews. Reviews from verified buyers are an additional trust signal – at least you can be sure that the person really did buy the product.
Then again, someone may have received the underwear as a gift. Good reviews are a great endorsement and should be seen as positive, but do not be dazzled. There will probably never be a product that truly satisfies everyone. Justified, objective criticism is fine and helps the brand keep improving its products. You can give subjective criticism less weight – your experience does not have to match someone else's.
Test different period pants
By now you have probably already crossed a few brands or styles off the long list of period underwear because their product features or customer reviews did not convince you. What remains is – most likely – still quite an extensive list. You can only form a real opinion about period pants yourself. So test different styles from your shortlist. That way you will find out which cut or style suits you best.
SELENACARE period pants
Which period underwear is the best?
We constantly test our period underwear against that of other brands, so we know that we play in the top league and are among the best when it comes to quality and function. That is why our period underwear has also won over the retail trade. At dm, for example, our period underwear is a bestseller.
You can also find our period pants and other products such as menstrual cups, cloth pads & cloth panty liners as well as bladder weakness underwear in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, for example here: Müller, Budni, BIPA, coop, MIGROS. The biggest selection of period underwear, however, is of course available online. Our online shop has a wide range for you to browse. PERIOD UNDERWEAR
At SELENACARE, quality & function go hand in hand
Quality and function come first in all our products. That is why we developed and patented our own multi-layer technology for our period pants, pads, panty liners and bladder weakness underwear: “SELENAtec®”. It consists of several layers, is ultra-thin (less than 4 mm) and makes sure nothing leaks and no odours develop. Developing high-quality products takes time, though. We are already working on further styles, cuts and colours.
Good period underwear offers fair value for money
Of course you want to get the best for your money with every purchase. We have looked around: our period underwear is considerably cheaper than many other brands. While elsewhere you pay almost 40 euros for a single pair, with us you can get a period panty for as little as 17.85 euros. For us, a low price is no contradiction to very good quality. A fair price is part of our mission to make period underwear that everyone who menstruates can afford.
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Our latest innovation is a true game-changer in period underwear! Our brand-new, self-adhesive material allows for the combination of period panties with interchangeable inserts – a real change in the world of sustainable period hygiene has come! A revolutionary material In close collaboration with our product designers and textile experts, SELENACARE has developed a new technology that redefines flexibility during menstruation – a self-adhesive material! This material is sewn into the crotch of the SELENACARE Easy Comfort Basic Panties, as well as onto the accompanying absorbent inserts. This material makes changing the inserts easier and without slipping! So, the inserts can be changed easily without having to undress. The self-adhesive material allows the inserts to be inserted into the matching SELENACARE Easy Comfort Basic Panties and can be easily replaced when needed, like traditional pads. Unlike traditional pads, our inserts can be reused as they are washable! Say "Goodbye" to the uncomfortable moments of changing and "Hello" to a feeling of absolute flexibility during your period! The SELENACARE Easy Comfort Period Set The SELENACARE Easy Comfort Period Set consists of two parts. The SELENACARE Easy Comfort Basic Panties are the core of our system and are equipped with the self-adhesive material in the crotch – a brilliant base for the SELENACARE Easy Comfort Inserts, the second part of the period set. Absorbent Easy Comfort Inserts with Wetbag The Easy Comfort Inserts are equipped with the specially developed self-adhesive material on one side and are ideally matched to the Basic Panties. This makes inserting them into the crotch area of the panties incredibly easy. Thanks to this self-adhesive property, the insert stays securely in place and does not slip, without relying on uncomfortable or annoying attachment methods. With various levels of absorbency, they are ready to accompany you in every phase of your period – from light to heavy, we've got you covered. Once the Easy Comfort Inserts are fully saturated, they can be easily removed from the Basic Panties and replaced with a new insert. No need to take off the panties, as with traditional period underwear. Simply transport them in the Wetbag, wash, and reuse.
Feel completely protected and free with SELENACARE Free-Cut period underwear. Invisible under your clothes, it offers you comfort, discretion and maximum absorbency during your period. This underwear in sizes XS-M as well as L-XXL was specially developed for medium days and meets the highest demands. Invisible perfection for you Thanks to the innovative Free-Cut design and the thin material, SELENACARE Free-Cut period underwear does not leave any unsightly marks under tight-fitting garments. You can move freely and feel completely comfortable without worrying about visible marks. With this underwear you stay confident and secure in any situation. Maximum comfort and flexibility for you SELENACARE's Free-Cut period underwear offers you not only protection but also exceptional comfort. The super-stretch microfibre material fits your body perfectly and offers maximum flexibility. Whether you're working, exercising or just relaxing, this underwear ensures an optimal fit and freedom of movement for you. Reliable protection for medium days The period underwear has been specially designed for medium days to provide you with a high level of protection. The absorbent layers inside the underwear safely retain fluid and prevent unwanted leakage. You can trust its reliability every day of your period. It's your perfect companion during menstruation. Experience the comfort, discretion and protection you deserve. Be confident and enjoy your freedom no matter what the day brings.
The Period Panty Hipster convinces with its modern cut and super-comfortable fit. As with all our models, the integrated suction surface is discreetly and invisibly incorporated into the period panty. The menstrual underwear absorbs up to 25 ml of fluid. With its low-slung leg and medium waist, it hugs your body perfectly and gives a feeling of security. Light, medium or heavy days The strength of your period can vary throughout your cycle. The Hipster period underwear is ideal for the light and medium days of your period. It provides a dry feeling and does not allow fluid to leak out. On your heavier days, we recommend using the underwear in combination with a menstrual cup or tampon. If you have periods or spotting, you can use either a period slip or a washable pad, depending on the intensity of the bleeding. No restrictions, always well protected There are really no limits to the use of period underwear. You can use them in your free time, at work or on holiday. In addition to period blood, it also absorbs sweat and other fluids and reliably seals them in. Because the material is absorbent, it also gives you a very safe feeling during sports. After use, you can wash the panties out with cold water, air dry them and reuse them. This makes them a convenient, sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to tampons and disposable pads. Not only do you reduce waste, but you also save money because of their long life. Hygiene and freshness based on silver chloride (biocide active ingredient according to article 95 list) The absorbent layers of the SELENACARE products are equipped with the antimicrobial, biocidal protective finish SILVERPLUS® from RUDOLF GROUP. It prevents the proliferation of odour-causing bacteria. SILVERPLUS® is the leading silver ion technology and is certified according to the OEKO-TEX® Standard 100. OEKO-TEX guarantees that all components have been tested for harmful substances and that the product is harmless to health.
Period pants for TEENS
Buying period underwear for TEENS
When teenagers get their first period, parents usually reach for conventional products such as pads or tampons first. Tip: With us, you can also find period underwear for teens. No fiddly insertion, no tampon string, no rustling or visible pad wings.
Instead: bright colours and modern cuts with the dependable SELENACARE function you would expect. Whether at school, at home or out and about, SELENACARE TEENS period underwear offers security and comfort. It is as comfortable as regular underwear, yet the integrated absorbent gusset protects reliably for up to 12 hours with no feeling of wetness and no slipping. Period underwear for teens can absorb 20 ml of liquid, making it as strong as 2 tampons.
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