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Returns Best Period Pants Brands UK - 2023
At Cheeky Wipes (Cheeky Pants) we've been all about eco friendly, 'Simple Reusables' since we launched our first reusable wet wipes kit way back in 2008. As our bodies changed after having kids, that lead to us developing our range of reusable pee & period pads and pants.
We've been doing this a comparatively long time and when we launched reusables, it was still viewed by many as gross and weird and quite hippy-ish. We used to get some VERY funny reactions at exhibitions....
Thankfully with the focus in recent years on our 'Blue Planet' and #waronplastic, people are now way more aware of how the products that we use impact our environment.
This means that lots of big brands and High St stores are also now offering reusable period products too. That's great news for our planet!
However if you're thinking of making the switch to reusable period pants, it can be tricky to know where to start. If you're anything like us, you'll be doing your research on which period pants are best.
We'll let you into a secret....
All Period Pants are generally pretty much the same, no matter what their marketing says
There aren't any 'magic powers' with period pants (or unicorn dust), all pairs of period pants are made in the same way:
- a layer next to your skin which is moisture wicking
- absorbent layer or layers which offer different levels of absorbency / tampons worth of blood
- waterproof, leak proof layers
That means that side by side, there's little to differentiate between different brands of period pants in terms of the actual product.
There's one notable exception.
That's how far the absorbent / waterproof layer extends across the pants. It makes a difference whether that's just in the gusset or it extends further to the front and rear waistband which is important if you have anything more than light flow.
At Cheeky, our period pants have absorbency to front and rear waistband as standard, because customers told us that having absorbency just in the gusset lead to leaks if they had heavy periods or when sleeping.
How do you choose between different brands of period panties?
Well, some things to consider when choosing between different brands of period proof underwear:
- pricing
- customer service / reviews
- absorbency area
- sizing
Which are best period pants brands in the UK in 2023?
Never one to shy away from being open about the competition, here's our list of the best period pants brands in the UK in 2023. We've broken them into online specialists and High St for ease:
Online Period Pants Specialists
High St Period Pants
Modibodi
Modibodi are an Australian company who specialise in period & pee protection pants. They have a great range of styles and products from Modibodi basics to their bikini swimwear for teens and tweens.
Absorbency Area: One point to note is that most of their pants tend to have absorbency in the gusset area only. This should be fine if you have just light flow, however something to bear in mind if you have heavier flow or sleep on your front or back.
Sizing: Smallest sizing is a teen 8 to 10 years. In adults, size ranges from size 4 to size 26 (6XL)
Pricing: Pricing starts from £15 for their basic brief, to £28 for their maxi brief.
Customer Service / Reviews: Modibodi period pants offer a 60 day free trial. They host reviews on their own website but you can view their Trustpilot reviews here.
Wuka
Wuka are UK based in gorgeous St Albans (and we love their name which stands for 'Wake Up, Kick Ass'). They have a good range of styles and products for all shapes and sizes and we really love their high leg style and the pretty leopardprint ones above.
Absorbency Area: Wuka pants have a range of absorbency areas, so again, check for styles with higher gusset if you're a heavier flow gal, or will be wearing them in bed.
Pricing: Pricing starts from £12 for their basics range up to £25.99 for their high-waist styles which offer extra protection. They also offer bundles.
Sizing: In adults, size ranges from size 4 to size 26 (6XL)
Customer Service / Reviews: Wuka offer a 40 day satisfaction guarantee. You can view their Trustpilot reviews here.
Flowette
Flowette are a newer UK based company previously known as Flowerette. As such, they have a smaller range of styles available, including gym wear period pants shown above.
Absorbency Area: A mixture, some just in the gusset, some higher, so do double check if you have heavy flow or will be sleeping in them.
Sizing: Sizes 6 to 26 are available.
Pricing: prices range from £19.99 to £24.99, although these were discounted to £12.99 and £14.99 at time of writing (June 2023).
Customer Service / Reviews: Flowette offer a 100 day risk free trial. You can view their Trustpilot reviews here.
Fluxies
Fluxies were previously known as Flux Undies in the UK. They have a good range of styles available for both regular and heavy flow periods. They're also available in High St stores such as Holland & Barrett. We like their classic heavy flow high-waisted pants shown above, RRP £29.
Absorbency Area: A mixture, some just in the gusset, some higher, so do double check if you have heavy flow or will be sleeping in them.
Sizing: Sizes 4/6 to 28/30 are available.
Pricing: prices range from £15.40 for their bikini brief to £33 for the period sleep shorts.
Customer Service / Reviews: Fluxies offer a 60 day trial period on all products. You can view their Judgeme reviews here.
High Street Period Pants Brands
Primark
There's probably a Primark on your local high St, as they have been a High St staple for many years and are well known for their cheap, fast fashion. They have a small range of period pants which are great if you're on a budget and don't need extra absorbency in the gusset.
Absorbency Area: Just in the gusset, may not be suitable for heavy flow or sleeping.
Sizing: Size XS to XL are available.
Pricing: prices are around £16 for a 3 pack of mini period pants.
Customer Service / Reviews: Primark don't offer a risk free trial. You can view their Trustpilot reviews here.
Bodyform
Bodyform are a long established UK company who make tena lady and a range of disposable menstrual products. Their products are available in Boots and other leading chemists on the High St, though store availability may vary.
Absorbency Area: Just in the gusset, may not be suitable for heavier flow or sleeping.
Sizing: Size XS to XL are available.
Pricing: prices start at £24.99 for their basic period pants to £29.99 for their high waist pants.
Customer Service / Reviews: Bodyform offer a 60 day risk free trial. You can view their reviews at Boots here.
Ohne
Ohne were established 2017 and initially sold organic cotton tampons and other innovative products in their wellness cabinet. They have branched out into period pants and have a small range of funky styles available.
Absorbency Area: Just in the gusset, may not be suitable for heavier flow or sleeping.
Sizing: Size XS to 3XL (6 to 18) are available.
Pricing: prices range from £27 to £32.
Customer Service / Reviews: Ohne offer a 60 day risk free trial. They host product reviews on their own website and you can view their Trustpilot reviews here.
Nora
Nora (formerly Bloom and Nora) are the period related off-shoot of TotsBots, who have been at the forefront of the reusable nappy market for more than 20 years in the UK. It's safe to say, they know their stuff! Nora products are available in on their own website but also at Ocado. We like their range of cute designs which have matching reusable sanitary pads too.
Absorbency Area: These all appear to have a slightly higher gusset than usual. Again however, they may not be suitable for heavier flow or sleeping as absorbency doesn't go to front and rear waistband.
Sizing: Size 8 to 20 are available.
Pricing: prices start at £16.95 for their bikini period pants to £23.95 for their heavy period briefs.
Customer Service / Reviews: Nora don't seem to offer a risk free trial on their period pants. They haven't switched their Trustpilot account yet, so it's still in the name Bloom and Nora, but you can view their reviews here.
Sainsburys
Sainsburys are a well established UK supermarket. They launched their range of 'Love Luna' period knickers in 2021. Their period pants are available in a small range of functional styles.
Absorbency Area: The midi briefs have absorbency just in the gusset. However the full briefs seem to have absorbency to front and rear waistband so are good for heavier flow or overnight.
Sizing: Size 10/12 to 20/22 are available.
Pricing: prices range from £10 for their midi briefs to £12 for their high waist pants.
Customer Service / Reviews: Sainsburys don't offer a risk free trial. You can view their Trustpilot reviews here.
Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer are a well respected UK High St Department Store. They have a small range of period knickers which come in three packs.
Absorbency Area: All their period knickers have absorbency just in the gusset, though higher than in regular pants. Fine for lighter flow, but may not be suitable for heavier flow or overnight.
Sizing: Size 10/12 to 20/22 are available.
Pricing: prices range from £18 to £20 for a three pack of their period knickers, including their full briefs.
Customer Service / Reviews: Marks & Spencers don't offer a risk free trial. You can view their Trustpilot reviews here.
We really hope that has been useful and saved you some time researching the best period pants in the UK. If you found that interesting, you may also enjoy:
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About the Author: Helen Rankin founded Cheeky Wipes, the original reusable wipes kit back in 2008 after disposable wipes caused her eczema to flare up. 4 kids later, internal period protection was no longer an option for her and she went on to develop their range of 'Simple Reusables' to include period pants, reusable sanitary pads and reusable makeup removing pads. Her customer services team pride themselves on providing honest, friendly advice and just LOVE to chat pee, poo and periods all day long, helping people make the switch to reusables! The Company was recognised for their hard work in developing environmentally friendly products with the Queens Award in Enterprise for Sustainable Development in 2021.
