Why are pads white?

Sanitary pads are not naturally pure white. The fibres in pads are chlorine bleached to give them their clean and sterile appearance.

Why are pads bleached?

Yes, some pads and tampons are made with cotton – but it tends to be conventional cotton, which is grown with toxic pesticides, as opposed to organic cotton. These materials are often bleached with chlorine to give them that pristine white look.

Why are sanitary pads black?

These black pads are made of a compressed layer of absorbent natural fibers which soaks all the menstrual flow, giving you complete protection and peace of mind. These pads make you feel as if you are wearing nothing extra, while providing you complete protection from leakage.

Is it bad to wear pads everyday?

It’s not a good idea to go an entire school day without changing pads, pantiliners, or tampons. No matter how light your flow is, or even if there is no flow, bacteria can build up. Changing your pad every 3 or 4 hours (more if your period is heavy) is good hygiene and helps prevent bad odors.

Are pads safer than tampons?

Pads are easier and safer to use as compared to tampons. Pad can be a really good choice particularly if you’re the kind of person who forgets a tampon is inside you only to find the bacteria which is growing inside is having a vampire party in your pants.

Can you get black sanitary towels?

Our Reusable Pad is made from high quality absorbent microfibre for a safe dry feel. This pad is perfect for medium flows and comes with wings that can be snap popped into place to avoid pads from slipping during the day.

Can others smell your period?

“Healthy” periods can have a slight smell of blood. They may even have a slight metallic smell from iron and bacteria. Generally speaking, period odors aren’t noticeable to others. Good hygiene practices can also combat normal period odors and make you more comfortable during menstruation.