The blood is very scandalous and, although it seems that we are bleeding every time our period drops and we find ourselves with the Texas Chainsaw Massacre in our panties, the truth is that a normal menstrual bleeding is usually, in its entirety, about 30 to 50 ml, about. That is, about two or three tablespoons of water, dead endometrial cells, lipids, proteins and hormones such as progesterone. An amount that is opposed to the tons of waste that we generate with disposable sanitary products and the 1,100 euros that it is estimated that we spend on tampons and pads, approximately, throughout our fertile life.
In recent years, alternatives have become popular much more sustainable and economical than the usual intimate hygiene products, such as the menstrual cup, which is officially endorsed by science. And is that a study published in The Lancet Public Health, one of the oldest and most prestigious medical publications in the world, has concluded that the use of the cup is safe and effective. In addition, it also confirms that it saves money and generates less waste by being reusable. Thus, it has evolved from being something of the eccentric of the group of friends until Tampax markets its own.
However, the glass is not always the most comfortable or convenient option, depending on the tastes and needs of each one. According to data from Platanomelón, 40% of menstruating people do not use insertable products. This can be a stone in the way for those of us who want to stop contaminating with the more than 180 kg of menstrual products that we spend throughout our lives and whose plastics take 300 years to biodegrade. In addition, the expense of 180 euros per year that it supposes.
For those with vaginismus or who simply prefer to let the flow come out, menstrual panties are the most economical and natural option available so far. Their use has followed a similar evolution to that of the glass and they are no longer a niche product. The first brand to market them in Spain was Cocoro but now we can find them in firms low cost like Etam, Uniqlo, Dim and even Primark … Although today we will talk about those launched by Platanomelón and that can be ordered on their website along with the usual sex toys and accessories, thus covering all phases of the female sexual cycle.
Platanomelon’s menstrual panties to the test
They are called Kiwitas, they do not have chemical substances in their composition that can alter the menstrual cycle, according to the manufacturer, they are antimicrobial, bactericidal and anti-odor. And we have tested them.
In figures provided by the brand, they have an absorption capacity of six tampons, three pads and two menstrual cups. In own experience, they hold up perfectly a whole day. Although it all depends on the day of the cycle and the amount of flow, but the truth is that its four layers of protection generate enough confidence to want to dare to try them on strong days.
The subjective feeling is like wearing a night pad without wings of a lifetime but without the worry that it can move and stain your clothes. In addition, from the outside they go through normal sports panties. We have tried the Classic Sporty model but they are available in different colors and models, including a sexier cut with lace and a thong.
Plus, they’re 95% organic cotton, which means they’re super soft to the touch. Although the best thing is how easy they are to wash, Since they do not require any pre-wash treatment or special cycle: put in the washing machine with the rest of your clothes and that’s it. Of course, at a maximum of 30º and without bleaches, fabric softeners or soaps containing natural oils or Marseille soap. In general, as they would say in Vinted: JI recommend.
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