Sanitary Pads | Pros and cons | Types| Brand suggestions | FAQ.

A Sanitary pad is also well known as a menstrual pad or just a pad is a material that absorbs menstrual fluid during periods preventing unwanted leakage. Most of the napkins are one-time useable and have to be changed once in 3-4 hours. There are also washable cloth napkins that need to be washed, dried, and reused. In the market, it is easy to find one-time useable napkins. It’s commonly used and is also easy to use. Regardless of all of these, napkin plays a vital role in any women’s life. Though there are other menstrual choices like tampons, menstrual cups, etc.

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Sanitary pads happen to be any female’s best friend. Any girl at her young age would’ve always started her periods with napkins and would continue to use them till a certain point in her life. Here we bring to your notice that basics women’s best friend Pads. Read more to know more, know the pros and cons of using Sanitary Pads, Types of sanitary napkins, and more. We have also included a few brand suggestions.

Pros of using Sanitary Pads

• Less chance of leakage.
• Low chance of bad odor, and displacement, Comfortable to wear even on western out.
• Considerably hygienic.
• No worry of leakage. (If changed on time)
• Users can worry less about cleaning and disposing of.
• Best travel friend.
• It’s convenient to use.
• Prevents infection.

Cons of using sanitary pads:

• They are not environmentally friendly. It doesn’t easily degrade.
• Contains harmful chemicals.
• At times, it is bulky.
• Using the same pad, more than the measured timing of 3 to 4 hours will irritate the body.
• They are kind of expensive to keep changing once in three hours.

Types of napkins:

Cotton organic sanitary pads.

It’s advisable for women with latex allergies. They are free from bleach yet it is a great option to consider.

Reusable Sanitary pad:

This is a washable pad. It can be washed and reused. It is organic and eco-friendly.

Cloth sanitary napkin:

They are eco-friendly. They are also washable but it is more like the very 1st napkin ever used. More like the white clothes our grandma used. Though its health and nature-wise good, it is advisable to wash it properly.

Regular fix:

It is used when the flow is regular flow. Can use it on the 1st day or 4th day.

Tampon as an alternative menstrual pads.

Heavy flow pad:

This is more like XL and is best to be used on the 2nd 3rd day or any day with high menstrual flow.

Sanitary Pads Brand Suggestion:

Carmesi:

• The world is growing towards the pad revolution, Carmesi uses natural cotton in making sanitary napkins.
• Their napkins and panty liners are thin enough to make the user feel comfortable wearing any dress without the fear of bulging.
• It doesn’t cause any rashes or lines. They are made of natural fibers that are easy to dispose of.
• This brand maintains the ph balance thus keeping the user’s vaginal health.
• It costs around 361 INR for 30 pads. Oh! on budget.

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Azah:

• Azah is a very personal recommendation. It is a bit on the pricier side yet it has fewer toxins. It comes with the tagline ‘A better period lies ahead.
• It comes with 100% organic cotton pads thus ensuring rash free period experience.
• This comes in different sizes and one can order based on blood flow.
• Just like Carmesi this one also maintains the ph balance, hence less chance of vaginal infection.
• Azah sanitary pads cost 239 INR for 15 pads.

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Heyday:

• This again is organic and also degradable thus a plus to your body and surroundings.
• Heyday is a great alternative to synthetic napkins. If you are planning to jump sides, this is a great option to consider.
• Once degraded, this product turns into corn and bamboo. Alas! a great initiative.
• It costs 510 INR for 30 pieces.

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Whisper:

• Oh! don’t whisper for pads. It’s just a period. Ask for a whisper, cause its periods!! Whisper is our best friend ain’t it?
• It is easily available and is also trusted by a lot! a lot of women! You have a variety of options. Size-wise, use-wise, etc. so do choose for your comfort.
• Oh! this isn’t an organic cotton brand so, keep that in mind.
• The starting price is around 35 INR. It ranges from cheap to quite budget expensive.
• We suggest Binda’s night.

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Nua  Women:

• It is an ultra-thin organic pad that comes with a monthly subscription.
• This again is a personal suggestion. Compared to the previous one, this is under budget.
• It comes with a disposable cover, in different sizes, etc. It’s not any less except in terms of price.
• This comes for 166 INR for 12 pads which is quite a nice deal.

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End Note:

Periods at times are annoying but it’s also because of the product we choose to get through it. Choose to your comfort considering blood flow, tolerance, etc for a good period experience.