Yes, cloth pads are perfectly safe and hygienic to wear when they are washed well, dried in direct sunlight and stored properly. Cloth has been used by millions of women across the world to manage menstruation for generations. The real question is not whether cloth is hygienic, but whether it is cared for hygienically. Are panties inherently unhygienic? Issues related to cloth pads are linked to unhygienic practices such as poor washing or drying, rather than the cloth itself.
Learn more in our full care instructions.
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