Is Period Underwear Worth It? Pros and Cons

Honest pros and cons

Quick answer

Period underwear is worth it if you want comfort and nothing to insert. It can also mean fewer pads and tampons in the trash. The trade-offs are a higher cost up front and washing after each wear. On your heaviest days, you may want a tampon, cup or pad too.

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Kischt Period Underwear 5-Pack, The Essential Wardrobe, $89.95 ($17.99 a pair). 30-day returns. Free shipping over $50.

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  • Pro: nothing to insert or stick on.
  • Pro: you wash it and wear it again.
  • Con: it costs more up front.
  • Con: it needs washing after each wear.
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Pros of Period Underwear

  • There is nothing to insert and no pad to stick on.
  • You wear it like normal underwear.
  • It is reusable. You wash it and wear it again.
  • You may buy fewer pads and tampons, which can save money over time.
  • If you use fewer pads and tampons, less goes in the trash.
  • It works as backup with a tampon or cup.

Cons of Period Underwear

  • It costs more up front.
  • You need to rinse and wash it after each wear.
  • Each pair needs time to dry fully.
  • You need a few pairs to get through your period.
  • It may take a cycle or two to learn when to change.
  • On your heaviest days, you may need backup.

Does Period Underwear Save Money?

It can, over time. You pay more at the start. After that, you may buy fewer pads and tampons. How much you save depends on your flow and how long each pair lasts.

Packs lower the price of each pair. A Kischt 5-pack works out to $17.99 a pair.

Piggy bank next to a stack of reusable period underwear, showing how it can save money over time

Is Period Underwear Reusable?

Most period underwear is reusable. You rinse it, wash it, let it dry, and wear it again. Some brands also sell kinds you throw away.

Kischt is reusable and washable. Wash it after each wear, and follow the care label. How long a pair lasts depends on how often you wear it and how you care for it.

Is Period Underwear Worth It for You?

It depends on your flow and what you want. Kischt is worth a look if you have heavier periods and like full coverage. It is a high-waisted brief with three absorbent layers, in sizes XS to 4XL.

It may not suit you if you want a thong, a boyshort or cotton. You have 30 days to request a refund.

Front view of Kischt Noir high-waisted period underwear, a full-coverage brief for heavier periods

Sizes, colors and prices

Sizes
XS to 4XL (XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL). Check the size chart on the product page.
Colors
Noir (black), Cloud (white), Bordeaux (maroon), Praline (almond), Truffle (hazelnut brown) and Crème (cream).
Price
$24.95 a pair. 3-pack $59.95 ($19.98 a pair). 5-pack $89.95 ($17.99 a pair).
Fabric
Soft, breathable nylon and elastane.
Care
Wash after each wear and follow the care label. Let it dry fully before you wear it again.
Kischt Period Underwear 5-Pack, The Essential Wardrobe

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Kischt Period Underwear 5-Pack, The Essential Wardrobe · $89.95 ($17.99 a pair)

Sizes XS to 4XL. You have 30 days to request a refund.

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Common questions

Is period underwear good?

It is a good choice if you want comfort and nothing to insert. On your heaviest days, you may want backup.

Are period underwear reusable?

Most are. You rinse, wash and dry them, then wear them again. Kischt is reusable.

Does period underwear save money?

It can. You pay more at the start, but you may buy fewer pads and tampons over time.

What are the cons of period underwear?

It costs more up front and needs washing after each wear. On your heaviest days, you may need backup.

Is period underwear worth it for heavy periods?

It can be, if the pair is made for heavy days. Kischt has three absorbent layers. On your heaviest days, you can add a tampon, cup or pad.

More guides

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Updated by the Kischt team.

This page is general information, not medical advice. See a doctor if you are worried about your health.

Returns: you have 30 days after you get your order to request a refund. Details are in the return policy.