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Wear Em Out – Sustainable Period Wear Review

amomentwithfranca · 27 November 2021 · 22 Comments

How sustainable are your periods? I have tried out different period wear to help reduce the number of sanitary products I have to buy. In the past, I have never thought about how many waste periods can produce. Did you know that one disposable sanitary towel can take up to 800 years to degrade? Just one! That is bad for our environment, and being more sustainable when it comes to period wear is such a good idea.

Table of Contents

  • Sustainable Period Wear
  • My Sustainable Goodies From Wear ‘Em Out

I was recently sent a box of sustainable goodies from Wear ‘Em Out to try out more sustainable period wear. Before I get into more details about them,  I also wanted to say that I am hosting a GIVEAWAY with Wear ‘Em Out, so ONE of my lovely readers can Win A Wear ‘Em Out Reusable Period Pads Heavier Trial Pack. So please check the details about this giveaway at the bottom of the post.

Mega Flow

I think there is a lot of education needed regarding sustainable periods and as adults, the more we know about how to make better choices for our periods each month, the more we can educate others, especially our children.

As a mum to two daughters, I want my girls to know what is out there and available for them to use. So being open and honest regarding periods and what products they can use will help them discover more about making the right choices for their bodies and the environment.

Sustainable Period Wear

Medium Flow

I had some great goodies in my Wear ‘Em Out box, but I was keen to try out the period pads first. There are different pads for different flow types in various sizes. The pads are made from:

  • Printed layer – 100% Breathable Polyester
  • Internal layers – 70% Polyester, 30% Polyamide
  • Top layer – 50% Modal 50% Polyester
  • Ribbing – 98% Organic combed Cotton, 2% Lycra

Mini Flow

Depending on your flow, the size of the pads ranges from 2.45 inches by 6.8 inches up to 2.95 inches by 11.4 inches.

In my box was 2 mini pads, 2 medium pads and 2 mega pads for different days in periods and flow strengths.

Poppers

I was pleasantly surprised at just how comfortable they were. You simply attach the pads to your underwear as you would with a disposable pad and fix the popper to keep the pad in place. I was a little bit worried the poppers wouldn’t hold, but I didn’t need to be worried; it was very safe and secure.

Another issue I was concerned about is that the pads could smell and have an unpleasant odour to them once they collect period blood. But again, there was no odour, more importantly, no leakage, and they were super comfortable.

Out & About Bag

When it comes to changing the pads, they have a handy bag that allows you to store both clean and used pads safely when you are out and about. It has 2 sections (wear me and wash me later) which I think it is a brilliant idea so I can keep everything tidy when I am out.

Storage Bag

If you are concerned with cleaning them, all you need to do is rinse them when you change them over until the blood runs clear using cold water. Then they can be washed with your usual loads at 40°, but without fabric conditioner, so no worries about there being blood in your machine; you can still wash them separately if you wish, though.

My Sustainable Goodies From Wear ‘Em Out

Inside the Wear ‘Em Out box, I also received the following goodies:

  • Wear ‘Em Out Candle (Aroma & Co)
  • Luisa’s Colombian Chocolate Bar
  • Keyring that says “The Emotional Rollercoaster – Multiple Rides – Admit One”

I was so excited about the goodies. They were lovely. The candle smells amazing and I love the wordings on the keyring. I am now using it for my car key. And the Colombian chocolate was so yummy!

I will definitely be discussing with my family and friends how to make the change to sustainable period wear and my experiences using reusable pads.

What do you think? Will you be making the change, or do you use other types of sustainable period wear?

*Disclosure: I received a lovely box of goodies from Wear ‘Em Out for the purpose of this blog post. 

Thanks for stopping by,

Love you all ❤️

Franca  💋

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Comments

  1. Lydia C. Lee says

    27 November 2021 at

    I love all the options now. Took us long enough (Humanity us, not you and me 😉

    Reply
    • Lydia C. Lee says

      27 November 2021 at

      #KCACOLS

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  2. Karen.the next best thing to mummy says

    28 November 2021 at

    I haven’t entered the giveaway as I am too old for periods now#kcacols@_karendennis

    Reply
  3. Amy PJ says

    28 November 2021 at

    I’ve started using reusable pads recently. I’m not yet feeling confident to try wearing them when I go out anywhere though!

    Reply
  4. ashleigh says

    28 November 2021 at

    Yes I do!

    Reply
  5. Jennifer Lambert says

    28 November 2021 at

    It’s great to have options and backups. We love the newer period underwear, especially for nighttime! #KCACOLS

    Reply
  6. Kendra says

    28 November 2021 at

    I love sustainable products. I personally use a cup and period panties as backups. My oldest is trialing cloth pads, though. #KCACOLS

    Reply
  7. Jayne Townson says

    29 November 2021 at

    I’ve just start with a couple of pairs of period pants and can’t believe how comfy and easy they are to use.

    Reply
  8. Sarah-Marie says

    29 November 2021 at

    I love how funky reusable pads are. All the designs are always so cheerful. Such a great step to help the environment too! #KCACOLS

    Reply
  9. Natalie Burgess says

    29 November 2021 at

    I don’t but I need to start xx

    Reply
  10. Jade Page says

    29 November 2021 at

    Thanks for this I have to admit I know very little about sustainable period products and I do need to make that change. #KCACOLS

    Reply
  11. Jeremy@ThirstyDaddy says

    1 December 2021 at

    we aren’t there yet, but my daughter’s two best friends have both now gotten their periods. I know I’m not the target audience for this post but it’s something I need to start paying attention to #KCACOLS

    Reply
  12. Note Me Happy says

    1 December 2021 at

    I’m 6 months pregnant at the moment, but Ihave vowed to try reusables when the time comes #KCACOLS

    Reply
  13. shellyg says

    2 December 2021 at

    no, because I don’t want to waste money and find they do not work for me. I would rather have one to try first or better yet, win some!

    Reply
  14. Sam says

    5 December 2021 at

    There so pretty now and such a good idea x #kcacols

    Reply
  15. Margaret Gallagher says

    6 December 2021 at

    No would love to make the swap with these beauties

    Reply
  16. Crummy Mummy says

    6 December 2021 at

    Love the designs on these! So bright and pretty! It’s amazing what’s out there on the market now compared to just five years ago isn’t it! #KCACOLS

    Reply
  17. Emma England says

    11 December 2021 at

    I don’t currently use reusable pads but it is something I’ve very keen to try.

    Reply
  18. Adrian Bold says

    11 December 2021 at

    My partner does not.

    Reply
  19. Ciara Dunne says

    11 December 2021 at

    So keen to try these

    Reply
  20. Jo Hutchings says

    11 December 2021 at

    I haven’t done yet but I’m curious to give them a try.

    Reply
  21. Rachael C says

    11 December 2021 at

    I’ve been using csp since 2007, I love them and my daughter using them too. We’ve not tried Wear ‘Em Out yet and reallt want to!

    Reply

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