Tried And Tested: The Best Period Underwear

A lot has changed over the last century and, thankfully, menstrual taboo is one of them. We’ve come a long way since the days of nappy-like pads and period chatter being off-limits, and I think I speak for women everywhere when I say, it’s about damn time. Something that was once only acceptable to talk about with your mum and sisters, has now been given a voice everywhere from social media to our local supermarkets.

We know the struggle of simply trying to get through the day while suffering from painful cramps, tracking the time so you know when you can take more painkillers and making the conscious decision to wear black bottoms. Not to mention the awkward pad re-adjustments, the ‘can you check me?’ (IYKYK) and trying to silently open a new tampon or pad in a public bathroom—trust me, we’ve all been there. Then, there’s waste that comes from period products, with Clean Up Australia writing that a single menstruator generally uses between five to 15 thousand period products in their lifetime, which, sadly, nearly always ends up in landfill. Why is something that nearly 50 per cent of the world’s population experiences every month such a juggle? 

Well, good news! Period underwear exists and is here to help us all get through the month comfortably and waste-free. What’s more, we’ve done the hard work for you and personally tried and tested six brands of period undies so you don’t have to.

Here, we round up the best tried and tested period underwear brands that you can rely on to get you through your cycle. 

They might have a clever name, but do they stack up to the hype? Of course they do. We would have expected nothing less from the cherished Australian basics brand. The Bonds Bloody Comfy Period Undies are exactly that: bloody comfy. Available in a bikini, full brief, boy-fit and short styles, the range has an option for all coverage preferences. From light to extra heavy absorbency, there is a style to get you through everyday of your cycle. The tried and tested bikini briefs had us feeling secure, confident and supported. 

TRIED AND TESTED RATINGS: 

Feeling secure: 9/10

Odour control: 9/10

Overall comfort: 9/10 

Real underwear feel: 7/10 

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Arguably one of the most well-known period underwear brands is ModiBodi. Being the OG of the period undie game, ModiBodi knows what it’s doing, trust us. With one of the largest ranges of the underwear on the market, the brand offers styles from seamless, classic bikini, briefs, boyshorts and thongs. Yep, even if you’re a cheeky undie gal ModiBodi offers a Recycled Seamfree Thong for your light days. Having tried full briefs, we can attest to the brands commitment to comfort and creating life changing period apparel. Still not convinced? ModiBodi’s focus on creating positive social impact has even earned them recognition as a Certified B Corporation. 

TRIED AND TESTED RATINGS: 

Feeling secure: 8/10

Odour control: 8/10

Overall comfort: 9/10 

Real underwear feel: 7/10 

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Fashion meets reusable menstrual apparel with FEMMZE. Founded by Beck Quade, who has a wealth of experience within the luxury fashion, wellness and technology space, FEMMZE offers a high-quality modern approach to period underwear. With the range spanning from high-waisted briefs to leakproof g-strings and bodysuits, the brand has something to take you from your heaviest to through to lightest days, all while feeling comfortably chic. The collection is shapewear-inspired and crafted using the finest luxury eco fabrics to keep us feeling comfortable and supported throughout our cycles.

TRIED AND TESTED RATINGS: 

Feeling secure: 10/10

Odour control: 1o/10

Overall comfort: 8/10 

Real underwear feel: 6/10 

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If you’re reading this you have no doubt used Libra’s menstrual products in the past. But, did you know the brand has its own range of period underwear? Available at your local pharmacy or supermarket, Libra offers period underwear in hipster or bikini styles with cute lace detailing to make you feel a little less sluggish at that time of month. For the tweens or teens in your life, the brand has expanded its ‘Libra Girl’ range to include underwear, making it perfect for those experiencing Aunt Flow for the first time. Get ready to feel confident and comfy all cycle long. 

TRIED AND TESTED RATINGS: 

Feeling secure: 8/10

Odour control: 7/10

Overall comfort: 10/10 

Real underwear feel: 10/10 

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Australian brand TOM Organic is known for its sustainable period care products that have our health at the forefront, and its period underwear is no different. Designed with soft, breathable and organic cotton, the brand’s underwear is available in a variety of absorbances and styles like bikini and full brief. Although they may feel a little too full-coverage for those cheeky underwear girlies among us, the Tom Organic period undies will keep you secure, leak and moisture-free during your cycle. 

TRIED AND TESTED RATINGS: 

Feeling secure: 8/10

Odour control: 9/10

Overall comfort: 7/10

Real underwear feel: 6/10

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Made from breathable bamboo viscose, BOODY is known for creating underwear that is ultra-comfortable, ultra-breathable and ultra-absorbent. Machine washable with fast-absorbing, leak-proof technology, you can find a style to suit every outfit or need with Boody’s period underwear range.

TRIED AND TESTED RATINGS:

Feeling secure: 8/10

Odour control: 10/10

Overall comfort: 9/10

Real underwear feel: 9/10

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