PFAS-Free Period Underwear For Your Next Cycle
When Thinx launched in the 2010s, the brand brought reusable period underwear to the mainstream. Just a few years later, it was revealed that the highly wicking material contained an alarming amount of PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
When Thinx launched in the 2010s, the brand brought reusable period underwear to the mainstream. Just a few years later, it was revealed that the highly wicking material contained an alarming amount of PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are widely-used, long lasting chemicals that have stain-and water-resistant qualities, and they are found in everything from rain jackets to non-stick cookware. (They are sometimes even used in food packaging, and have been found in organic pasta sauces!) Even in low exposures, some PFAS are associated with harmful effects such as cancer and reproductive problems. Since the skin of the vulva is especially absorbent, finding period undies that will keep you dry and safe from harmful chemicals is extremely important. Today, there are dozens of natural and sustainable choices on the market focused on responsible sourcing, inclusive sizing, and ethical production. Whether you wear them on their own or as a backup for leaks, here are the best period underwear without PFAS that will keep you feeling safe, secure, and sustainable all at once.
Source: 3 Organic Period Panties That Are Actually PFAS-Free — The Good Trade
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