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Plus, if cared for properly, period pants can last for up to five years. How to wash period pants and activewear Cath has been helping to develop an age-appropriate app for non-sexually active people and for young people aged 8-12 where they can send questions about puberty and periods and get tailored information. Watch this space! They’re also capable of holding between one to five tampons’ worth of blood, so some styles can be worn without the need for any protection (we tested these thoroughly), while others should be worn with sanitary pads or tampons. Is it okay to run during your period? A menstrual period – commonly known as a 'period' – occurs every month as a result of changing hormones in the body," explains Dr Zahra Ameen, consultant gynaecologist and obstetrician at the Cadogan Clinic. Progesterone and oestrogen cause a build-up of a lining in the womb to prepare for a fertilised egg to attach and start developing. Ovulation occurs when one of the ovaries releases an egg.

Book an appointment with your GP or gynaecologist if you’ve not had a period by 16 years old or if you’re 14 years old and don’t have any other signs of puberty such as breast development," she advises. The scheme has been extended until at least 2024 as part of the Government’s drive to end period poverty and support disadvantaged pupils. However, we’re not here to shame you for your choices – applicators are very helpful in securing the tampon inside your vagina, which is especially useful if you've never tried tampons before. So whether you choose to go with or without, we’re here for you!💕 Can't wear for long periods of time (13%) 'I just find I can't wear them for long periods of time which is quite a faff.' We could only include user insights for brands where we received 50 or more responses in our survey, so while our list above covers the more common brands in the UK, there are some options that aren't featured.

Will my period pants leak and can I still wear additional protection?

We asked 563 period pant users to tell us their views on the brand (or brands) they used, focusing on aspects such as comfort, durability, appearance, value for money and protection from leaks. A big no-no is adding fabric softener though, as this can interfere with the pants' absorbency levels.

But not all period pants are created equally on the sustainability stakes. Many still use synthetic fabrics such as polyester and nylon, which aren't biodegradable, and might release micro-plastics when they break down. Reusable sanitary products are more expensive than normal pants because the additional layers of breathable, leak-proof fabric add to the cost of production. All state-funded schools (including primary schools with Year 5 pupils and above) and DfE-funded 16-19 education organisations in England are eligible to access the scheme. How does the scheme work? We know it's generally better for the planet to reuse things than rely on single-use products, so in this regard, period pants get an automatic leg up over conventional disposable tampons and pads, particularly the plastic-based ones. Much like reusable menstrual cups, period swimwear and period-proof activewear, period pants have seen a boom in popularity over the past few years.Here we provide information on the scheme and how your schools and colleges can get involved. What is the Period Products Scheme?

Sample sizes by brand: Flo (71), Bodyform (99), LoveLuna (63), M&S (168), Modibodi (87), Pantys (62), Primark (176), WUKA (51). Minimum sample size 50. However, we have concerns about this, as it's largely unnecessary if you follow standard hygiene procedures, and, while more research is needed, some studies have raised concerns about potential health impacts of silver in these forms, including affecting the 'good' bacteria in your vaginal microbiome which could make you more susceptible to infection. Remember to wash pants before first use too, as most brands advise this. Period pants for incontinenceThey might have been mistaken as ‘unhygienic’ when they first emerged on the market, but in recent years they've become hugely popular for being both practical and comfortable, as well as helping to eliminate the plastic waste that comes with disposable period products. They’re also a lot less faff than trying to insert a menstrual cup. While the upfront cost of period pants is higher, especially as you realistically need multiple pairs to last you through a period, they should pay for themselves over time. From pads to tampons and period pants, here are eight of our go-tos for a first period kit or starter kit to help you or a loved one feel more period confident.