Sanitary pads vs Pantyliners: What's the difference?
As women, our curiosity about the vagina begins when we first get our periods.
As women, our curiosity about the vagina begins when we first get our periods. And once we begin menstruating, it’s like the floodgates of all your reproductive system’s functioning have opened up. We are taught that we can use sanitary pads to manage menstrual discharge. Apart from bleeding, you notice that your vagina secretes a discharge through most of your menstrual cycle. Upon further observation, you see that this discharge varies, with it being thick and milky at times, to slippery and watery, enough to make you feel wet, and therefore, uncomfortable down there. And in order to manage this discharge, panty liners were designed.
- What are sanitary pads?
- What are panty liners used for?
- Difference between panty liners and sanitary pads
- When to wear panty liners and period pads?
However, most young girls are either are unaware of the functions and benefits of panty liners or don’t realise there’s a difference between panty liners and sanitary pads. To better understand the difference, let’s first look at how each sanitary product is used and what are its features.
What are sanitary pads?
It’s safe to say that most women and young girls would know that sanitary pads are used to manage menstrual discharge during your periods. This is that period, typically between four to seven days, in your menstrual cycle when you bleed. They are designed to have highly absorbent material that soak period blood quickly. Sanitary pads are thicker than panty liners and are more absorbent.
What are panty liners used for?
A panty liner is a feminine care sanitary product that is used to manage vaginal discharge.
They are designed to soak light to moderate vaginal discharge. One may feel the need to wear a panty liner anytime during the course of their menstrual cycle, whenever vaginal discharge makes them feel uncomfortable. The usage of panty liners is upon each person’s discretion.
Some women prefer using panty liners the whole month as they feel fresh and dry, while others prefer using it only on days that they feel they need. There are also times when women prefer using a panty liner when they know their period is due, to prevent accidental leakages or towards the end of their cycle when the flow is lesser.
Difference between panty liners and sanitary pads
To sum it up, below are the major differences between the two sanitary products:
1. A sanitary pad is deigned to be highly absorbent, whereas a panty liner is designed to absorb light to moderate discharge.
2. A sanitary pad is mainly used to manage period blood. A panty liner is used to manage vaginal discharge and can also be used for protection from urine leakage and as backup protection when your periods are due.
3. Sanitary pads are thicker compared to panty liners, which are thinner and smaller for discretion.
When to wear panty liners and period pads?
- Panty liners can be worn any time during the menstrual cycle as they help manage vaginal discharge, which varies from person to person. Wear panty liners to feel fresh and dry like the ALWAYS Comfort Protect panty liners. It has an innovative and discreet design that is flexible and reliable, enabling you to perform daily tasks with ease. They have a unique odour-neutralising technology that helps boost confidence and keeps you comfortable all day.
- Sanitary or period pads are specifically meant for your period days when you bleed. It’s important to wear good quality and the right type of sanitary pads to maintain intimate hygiene and manage menstrual discharge well. ALWAYS has a wide range of sanitary pads for you to choose from. Pick from ALWAYS Cotton Soft Pads that lets you enjoy real cottony softness along with ultimate protection for daily activities or the ALWAYS Night Dreamzzz Pads that are specially designed for night usage as they come with an innovative extra-absorbent core. Its flexi pillow and dry top sheet offer extra comfort so that you sleep well and wake up fresh.
Sanitary pads, panty liners, and tampons are all products that can make our period days a little more manageable and bearable. It’s important that we, as women, know and understand the different sanitary products that are at our disposal so that we can make the best use of them to manage our menstrual needs.
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FAQs
Is it OK to wear liners every day?
All Always Dailies pantyliners are dermatologically tested and are perfectly safe for everyday use. Hence, it is fine to use pantyliners everyday as long as you change it frequently after every four to five hours or when you start feeling wet down there.
What is the difference between Pantyliner and pad??
A sanitary pad is mainly used to manage period blood. A panty liner is used to manage vaginal discharge and can also be used for protection from urine leakage and as backup protection when your periods are due. Also, a sanitary pad is deigned to be highly absorbent, whereas a panty liner is designed to absorb light to moderate discharge.
Can wearing a pad everyday cause problem?
Wearing sanitary pads every day when you’re on your period is safe and will not cause any problem as long you change it after every four to five hours. This is a general rule and during your heavy flow days, you may need to change your pad more frequently, depending on your comfort. On your non-period days, however, wearing panty liners should be fine.
How to wear a sanitary pad?
If you've recently begun menstruating and are confused about how to wear a female sanitary pad, here's how you do it. Take a sanitary pad and peel the protective cover or strip which is underneath the pad. Once removed, you will see the adhesive strip that you need to pace on your panty, firmly. If your pad has wings, you can peel off the strip and stick them under your panty. Make sure to use only the best quality sanitary pads like Always pads.
