They 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. Some of our survey respondents said they used period pants for this purpose, and indeed some brands, such as Modibodi, advertise their pants for light incontinence leaks too. Fit Guides: We want to help you achieve the best fit possible so you can sew garments you truly love.

Why we love them: "I never want to feel sluggish – or like a grandma – when I'm on my period, and these lace period panties prevent that from ever happening.Modibodi says its pants are treated with Agion (silver copper zeolite), but that it will be bringing out a new range without this treatment in 2024. 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! I've tested them on long haul flights, overnight, in the office and on my work from home days, and honestly?

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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. Single-use menstrual products are a huge contributor to this plastic pollution, with one pack of sanitary pads containing the equivalent of five plastic bags, and the average woman using over 11,000 disposable products in her reproductive lifetime (which each take over 1,000 years to decompose). There are biodegradable and recycled options, and the classic range which is bamboo viscose and spandex with a merino wool gusset.

Each pair will come with their own instructions but, generally speaking, always make sure to give them a quick rinse with cold water in the sink after use. Primark's affordable pants are made from a mix of cotton and polyester, and come in a range of sizes.

Putting them in a delicate garment bag is also a good idea, but don't include any fabric softener, as this can affect the absorbency levels of the pants. We’ve improved the fit: no more sizing up or down, these Period Pants hip-hug and belly-love like a dream. In our survey, people were mostly positive about their overall experience of using period pants, with 75% saying they liked or loved them. They are also reusable and washable: handwash with detergent (this will make them last longer) or wash them in the washing machine in a gentle, cold wash (30°). Our reusable Period Pants are washable and hold up to 4 regular tampons' worth of menstrual flow, giving you all the comfort and support you need.They were comfy to wear too, even during the night for 92%, while the sustainably sourced materials were surprisingly stretchy and soft. Described as “as seamless as regular underwear” by one tester, these didn’t cause any irritation and were also straightforward to wash.