menstrual pads

Feminine hygiene products

Menstrual pads are absorbent materials worn in underwear to catch menstrual blood during a period.

They typically have an adhesive backing that sticks to the underwear and come in various sizes and absorbencies for different flow levels.

Also called sanitary pads or sanitary napkins, though the latter term sounds dated to many.

I need to pick up more menstrual pads at the pharmacy.

hygiene

sanitary

Free of harmful microbes

deodorize · breathable · hypoallergenic · fragrance-free · scented · irritation · chafing · comfort · dryness · changing

menstruation

period

Punctuation ending sentences

  • cycleRepeating sequence of events
  • flowUnbroken forward movement
  • menarcheOnset of menstruation

menopause · PMS · cramps · spotting · heavy flow · light days · overnight · postpartum · breakthrough bleeding · discharge

disposability

single-use

For one application only

plastic · discard · environmental impact · non-biodegradable · convenience · pollution · incinerate · wrapper · biodegradable · compostable

absorbency

absorption

Process of taking in

capillary · permeable · fluff · cellulose · polymer · cotton · fibrous · nonwoven · core · leak-proof

anatomy

wings

Limbs for flight

shaped · maxi · regular · panty liner · coverage · fit · gusset · underwear · briefs · placement

Categories
Opposites
insertion method

menstrual padstampons

Internal menstrual absorbents

menstrual cups

collection method

menstrual padsmenstrual cups

Insertable silicone period collectors

Family

menstrual, pads, menstruate, menstruation, menstruating, menses, monthly, padded, padding

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG