Presentation of Washable and Reusable Hygienic Protections

When it comes to managing our rules, most of us still rely on disposable pads. However, the washable sanitary pads are attracting more and more women. More ecological, more comfortable, less expensive and manufactured without toxic products, the reusable periodic protections are a durable alternative to traditional menstrual pads and tampons. Live your rules by adopting healthy and natural menstrual protections.

The Different Types of Washable Menstrual Pads

Today, whether they are reusable or disposable, There are mainly two basic types of periodic protection:

• Internal Periodic Protections

Internal hygienic protections, such as tampons or menstrual cup, are inserted directly into the vagina to capture or absorb menstrual flow before it leaves your body. Often singled out for toxic shock syndrome, internal hygienic protections are not necessarily more dangerous. Their use mainly requires absolute respect for hygiene rules. In this regard, ANSES (National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health Safety) recalled that the risk of developing toxic shock syndrome was related to the conditions of use of all forms of internal periodic protections. To limit the risks, wash your hands before and after any handling and remember to replace your menstrual protection regularly.

• External Periodic Protections

External periodic protections, such as menstrual pads and panty liners, come to attach to the crotch to absorb the menstrual flow once it has left your body. The Period Panties works like a normal panty except that it is made up, in addition, of several technical layers which absorb the rules. With a external washable periodic protection such as periodic panties, the risk toxic shock is practically non-existent since the blood does not stagnate inside the vagina as is the case with other types of protection.

Some women prefer internal hygienic protections because they don't feel them and they are easier to use when playing sports or swimming. Although tampons and menstrual pads are always part of the means of protection most used by women around the world, there are now new periodic protections more durable and healthier. But these are not their only advantages.

For several years, washable and reusable sanitary pads have made a remarkable entry into the market of feminine hygienic protections by offering many advantages.

• Ecological

Over the course of her life, a woman uses on average between 10 and 000 disposable sanitary napkins, tampons and panty liners. Together with manufacturing, packaging and transportation, this creates a large amount of waste. In France, more than 400 million single-use sanitary pads are discarded each year. These disposable hygienic protections contain plastic materials et other harmful synthetic materials that are found in nature. The washable sanitary pads are the best way to save natural resources, protect the environment and take care of your health.

• Comfortable & Healthy

Many women are surprised to find that switching to reusable sanitary pads can help reduce painful periods or menstrual cramps, menstrual flow or period duration. Disposable sanitary pads use plastic and synthetic fibers that can be irritating to your skin or cause rashes. The washable sanitary protections are made from ultra-soft fabrics and without any harsh chemicals for your skin making their use more comfortable on a daily basis.

• Economic

Periods occur on average 500 times in a woman's life. In 2019, a survey published by Le Monde estimated that a woman spent nearly €3 in periodic protections during his life is around 10€ per cycle to which may be added various additional expenses. It is true that the washable period protections imply a higher purchase price. However, with a lifespan of several years, they will quickly pay for themselves. To find out how much your periodic protections, you just need to do the calculation yourself by multiplying your number of period years by your monthly budget. You will certainly be surprised with the result.

• reusable

One of the easiest ways reduce your waste and reduce your impact on the environment is to switch to reusable periodicals. Single-use products may seem more convenient on a day-to-day basis, but the long-term damage to your health or that of the planet is cause enough for concern. The washable sanitary pads are a better alternative to disposable protection to reduce air, water or soil pollution and limit the need for new natural resources. A first step towards a more reasoned mode of consumption.

There are different types of washable periodic protections. Here's a little overview of the best alternatives disposable products.

• Washable Period Panties

La washable period panties is one of the latest advances in the world of washable menstrual pads. Period panties are reusable outer pads designed to absorb the equivalent of four tampons and provide up to 12 hours of protection, i.e. twice more that the majority of menstrual pads to washable pads. Period panties can be used age of first menstruation menopause without risk of developing toxic shock syndrome. They are also very effective against urinary incontinence. The washable period panties is undoubtedly the periodic protection the most comfortable among all those presented. To use these panties, nothing complicated, just put it on in the morning when you wake up to be protected all day. For cleaning, first rinse the panties in cold water before putting them in the washing machine with the rest of your laundry. Once dry, it is ready for new adventures.

• Washable Pads

The reusable tampons are in the form small strips of fabric that you have to roll up on themselves to give them the right shape. Then these washable pads are used like any conventional disposable tampon. There are different sizes and different absorption capacities to adapt to each type of flow. the washable pad cotton is a reusable hygienic product that fits inside your vagina. It does not contain no plastic, no chemicals, no perfumes. Of course, it must be washed after each use like any other washable menstrual protection. Remember that tampons, whether reusable or not, can always cause toxic shock syndrome. Wash your hands and change washable pads regularly.

• The Washable Menstrual Pad

La reusable sanitary napkin is an ecological alternative to the classic disposable sanitary napkins, which still remain today, the menstrual protection the most widely used in the world. The washable sanitary napkin cotton is exempt synthetic and chemical irritants found in standard disposable sanitary protection. The menstrual pads are ideal when you find it difficult to wear internal sanitary protection like washable pads ou a menstrual cup. They are clipped onto the panties, at the crotch, to absorb your period. Like all reusable hygienic products, the menstrual pad washes very simply in the machine with your usual laundry for an average protection of 4 to 6 a.m.

• The Menstrual Cup

La menstrual cup is a small flexible silicone or rubber cup positioned inside your vagina to retain menstrual blood. Unlike other washable sanitary pads, the menstrual cup does not absorb rules. It is necessary to remove it to empty it before rinsing it with clean water. The period cup is used during 4 to 6 h depending on your flow. So that the menstrual cup adapts perfectly to your vagina, choose the size of your model carefully so that it is neither too big nor too small. Thus, you will not feel any discomfort and avoid the risk of involuntary leaks. As with washable tampons, menstrual cups don't shelter toxic shock syndrome when not used correctly. Be sure to follow the instructions for use.

• Free Instinctive Flow

The method free instinctive flow (FIL) is having your period without wearing tampons, pads or period panties to naturally evacuate menstrual blood to the toilet when the need arises. If you want to try the instinctive free flow, wearing a washable period panties can be a good way to pass the course smoothly. In fact, you will need several cycles of adaptations before mastering the method of free instinctive flow. Leaks are also relatively common during the first days of menstruation, but only temporarily. However, wash off the bloodstains well so you don't have to replace your sheets.

As you will have understood, there are many reusable periodic protections, each with its advantages and disadvantages. To choose the one that suits you best, consider comfort, your budget, its absorption capacity, your expectations or any other reason that would be important to you when you switch to this type of protection. Initially, you may need to try different reusable menstrual pads to find the one who will be best suited to your flow and your expectations. Do not hesitate to combine the different types of protection to cover, if necessary, all the stages of your menstrual cycle.