Girls using disposable pads during their period can use these disposables to protect them from leakage and staining. There are a variety of shapes, absorbencies and lengths available.
Pads come in both scented and unscented options to meet individual preferences, providing extra protection during sleep. Some models even boast overnight use to provide even further peace of mind.
Absorbency
Sanitary pads play a vital role in helping women and girls manage menstrual flow effectively, according to numerous studies. Furthermore, accessing sanitary pads may even reduce cases of bacterial vaginosis and sexually transmitted infections among young women.
Before disposable sanitary pads became widely available, women often relied on sewn or makeshift cloth or paper napkins which they could collect and wash themselves. Now most disposable sanitary pads are made of synthetic materials while some manufacturers are now making plant-based versions, though these tend not to be as absorbent.
Studies conducted by various academic researchers revealed that various brands of sanitary pads and diapers contained different concentrations of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and phthalates. Brand-2’s package contained the highest concentration of toluene while Brand-11 products had lower toluene concentration levels than water at 30 parts per billion and 10 parts per billion respectively, which are significantly higher.
Leakage protection
Most girls lose between four to twelve teaspoons of blood during their period; to minimize any leakage, changing pads regularly (especially if your flow is heavy) is an effective strategy for managing it.
Always Platinum pads feature wings and Zero Feel System to aid with leakage protection, and feature a soft, nonwoven top sheet which feels luxurious against your skin, plus an absorbent core.
Washable pads and all-in-one products are available to assist with heavy leakage, designed to be worn while sleeping or exercising and air dried on a washing line or tumble dryer for easier disposal.
These products may feature waterproof outer layers, yet the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) used are often harmful. Diethyl phthalate has been linked with reproductive issues and health concerns; it’s commonly found in cosmetics, sanitary towels, and baby wipes – look out for non-toxic options that are labeled natural, organic or biodegradable for best results.
Odour control
Many sanitary pads contain odour-controlling agents to neutralise or cover up unpleasant odours that might be uncomfortable or embarrassing for women experiencing heavy periods. This feature can provide important relief.
Unfortunately, some odour-controlling agents used in sanitary napkins contain chemicals like perfumes that may be detrimental to women and girls’ health. Because these odour-controlling chemicals are absorbed through genital tissue into oesophagus, liver, and kidney systems.
As chemical products can emit toxic fumes when burned, using scented pads should not be done.
Odour-controlling chemicals used in sanitary pads may harm the environment as they are nonbiodegradable and toxic to aquatic life, inhaling these fumes may damage women and girls’ respiratory systems as well.
Hygiene
Regular changes of pads will not only keep you fresh and dry, but they’ll also help prevent vaginal odour. It is essential that sanitary pads do not end up flushed down the toilet as this could cause major plumbing issues as well as contamination of rivers and oceans that has detrimental impacts both for marine life and humans alike.
Sanitary pads offer another major advantage over tampons: accessibility. As they don’t require insertion and can easily be discarded, this feature makes sanitary pads especially valuable in rural or underdeveloped regions where access to menstruation products may be limited.
