Period technology has developed way beyond just pads and tampons these days, options like menstrual cups and period underwear have opened up a whole new world of options for us during our cycles.
In case you’re scratching your head and wondering what on earth period underwear are, they’re an eco-friendly, comfortable and safe alternative when it comes to bleeding.
Simply slip on a pair and say goodbye to leakages.
There are countless benefits to making the switch to period underwear:
It’s comfortable, especially for those who can’t wear tampons or menstrual cups, these handy panties feel as if you’re not wearing anything at all.
They’re super eco-friendly. Simply throw your period underwear in the wash after use and you can reuse them time and time again, as opposed to disposing of countless tampons and pads that contribute to landfill.
Periods are expensive, save some cash with reusable products like period underwear instead of forking your cash out (and suffering from the pink tax…) on single use products.
For those of us with heavy flows, they are great for layering with tampons to avoid the dreaded leakage.
How do they work?
Every period underwear is made differently however they are usually created using multiple layers of absorbent materials like bamboo or cotton to trap period blood.
Depending on their design and style they can hold anywhere from 3-4 tampons worth of blood, and are made using breathable and odour controlling materials to keep you feeling fresh.
Convinced? Read on to find our top picks for high waisted period underwear that combine form and function all cycle long.
The best high waisted period underwear to try in 2023
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Triumph Maxi freedom briefs, $39.95 at THE ICONIC
Who says period underwear have to be daggy? Add some lace for a more subtle option. They’re made from bamboo and cotton and can actually hold up to five tampons worth of blood.
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Bloody Comfy period full brief, $26.99 at Bonds
These nude underwear are perfect if you want a seamless look under a more sheer outfit, they’re full coverage and work best for a moderate flow.
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