You have discharge ? That is completely normal. It is also completely normal for many people to stick a disposable pad into their panties in the morning so that the discharge does not end up in their underwear. panty liner ends up in the trash can and the next day you reach into the panty liner pack again. This is clearly bad for the environment. What is also often not taken into account is that disposable panty liners should not be worn all day. They also have many disadvantages for your health. In this blog post you will find out why panty liners should not be worn every day and what disadvantages this entails. And don't worry, your discharge doesn't have to end up in your panties: we have alternatives for you! 

You probably know this: Your pants suddenly get wet, but your period shouldn't have started yet. You look and realize, "Oh, it's just discharge." This is something completely natural and there is a reason behind it: discharge will be the acidic environment of the vagina Some people have it every day, others only occasionally. Since discharge still causes an unpleasant feeling in their pants for many people, they resort to disposable sanitary pads. But panty liners are not only popular for discharge, but also for Spotting , at the beginning or towards the end of the period or at Incontinence . Panty liners are available in various shapes, sizes and absorbency levels in drugstores - individually wrapped in plastic or "for the sake of the environment" only provided with a plastic strip. They promise a dry feeling, protection against odors and breathability. But what many people don't know: For hygienic reasons, a panty liner should be changed approximately every three to five hours and is not suitable for daily wear and tear all day long.  

But why can it actually be harmful to wear a panty liner every day? What can  happen if you use panty liners daily? Disposable panty liners , as you know them from the drugstore, for example, usually consist of Cellulose, plastic or a mix of these materials Contrary to what was promised, the panty liners are not breathable and it can Moisture accumulation This then provides a “good” basis for the formation of Bacteria and infections This is why it is even more important to change your panty liner regularly. 

Have you ever heard of Contact dermatitis If your crotch itches, it doesn't necessarily have to be caused by a bacterial infection.Contact dermatitis can occur through the daily use of panty liners. The symptoms are similar to those of a bacterial infection: itching, burning, swelling or reddening of the skin. Externally, contact dermatitis can be recognized by a defined line along the vulva.  

If you decide not to wear a panty liner every day, one option would be to change your underwear during the day. After all, normal panties are not absorbent enough to absorb the discharge and give you a dry feeling. However, we have a stress-free alternative for you: Our Period underwear . Depending on the suction power, you can is to wear 12 hours a day be it discharge, spotting, intermenstrual bleeding, incontinence or even your period. 

Why should you stop wearing disposable sanitary pads altogether? As we have already explained, panty liners are usually not breathable and therefore provide a good breeding ground for bacteria. This can then lead to a bacterial infection (e.g. bacterial vaginosis). It is not uncommon for panty liners to contain Chemicals and are additionally scented to mask any odors. These additives can Allergies and skin irritations in the intimate area and are therefore very detrimental to your health.

Apart from the health aspect, the Environmental factor should not be ignored. Every second menstruating person uses panty liners and this creates enormous mountains of waste not only from the panty liners themselves but also from the packaging material. Another reason to eliminate disposable panty liners from your everyday life.

You may be wondering how often panty liners can be worn. Basically, we would advise against using disposable sanitary pads for hygienic and environmental reasons. However, if you cannot do without panty liners, you should use ones without odor in order not to irritate your intimate flora even further. You should also use them regularly, i.e. every three to five hours Since daily use can cause further problems, gynecologists recommend that you only use panty liners if your discharge is particularly heavy. 

As you have already noticed, conventional panty liners have many disadvantages. It is all the better that there are now washable and therefore sustainable alternatives about disposable panty liners. But what can you use instead of panty liners? We have already explained to you above that our Period underwear offers a sustainable alternative to panty liners. Our period briefs look like normal briefs, but with the advantage that they Collect liquid and i m core safely enclosed . So you can easily wear them every day and reuse them after washing. In addition, they get no harmful chemicals such as biocides. This means that panty liners are a thing of the past. 

For discharge or light periods, we recommend the products of our Daily Collection , which also includes our Taynie Daily String heard.It is your perfect everyday companion and looks sexy too. If strings with a sporty look are more your thing, you should check out our  Taynie String Active  It impresses with its sporty cuffs and is also your faithful daily companion thanks to its light absorbency. Or do you want it to be sporty, but you don't want to show so much skin? Then our Taynie Active extra strong the right thing for you. It is also suitable for discharge up to a heavy period - be it during the day or at night.

If you do not want to do without panty liners completely, you should alternatively try our washable pads test. The processed Organic cotton makes them skin-friendly and breathable. They also contain no chemicals such as biocides. Our washable pads are suitable for every panty size and can be securely closed thanks to the snap fasteners so that nothing slips. After use, you can easily wash them at up to 60 degrees in the washing machine wash and then reuse. That sounds practical, doesn't it? That way you avoid waste and save yourself a trip to the drugstore - so your wallet benefits too.