Have you ever asked yourself why  Period underwear so expensive? It may even be that the price stops you from buying them. But even if a pack of pads or tampons for 2-4 euros seems cheaper than a pair of panties for around 30 euros, using period underwear is ultimately more profitable. Period underwear can be reused for several years, while you have to buy disposable products again and again. With this blog post, we want to explain to you how expensive  Menstrual products really are and what you think about  Period underwear should know so that you are well prepared to purchase these products.

How expensive period underwear is, of course, varies greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer.  On average, a pair of trousers costs between 20 and 45 euros ; the offers can vary quite a bit in terms of price. In addition to the briefs, there are also other sustainable products, such as washable cotton pads and tampons , which are on average slightly cheaper.

The  period can be quite expensive. Not everyone has the financial means to buy adequate menstrual products. This is a problem that people all over the world are struggling with. The key word here is:  Period poverty If you want to know more about it, you should check out our Blog post read about it.

Maybe you've already asked yourself how much money a menstruating person can actually spend on their period.  Every year Menstruating women give on average  540 euros only for their bleeding. Of course, the amount of money that  Disposable products You don't realize how much you can benefit from when you're doing your normal weekly shopping. You only realize it when you calculate the whole thing over a year or even your entire life. 
 

We can tell you this much in advance: whether it's a period or a car purchase, there's not much difference in price.A menstruating person spends an incredible  20,400 euros A large proportion of menstruating women invest a lot of money every year for their period,  This can  washable period underwear for  up to 4 years a loyal companion. While you spend a fortune on disposable products in the long run, the sustainable all-rounders have already  financially profitable after two years Of course, the initial purchase of several panties is usually expensive, but it is worth it in the long run, as you can save a lot of money with the washable alternative. To save twice as much, you will also find various Savings sets .

If you have decided to  Period underwear To buy, the first question that probably comes to mind is which is the best. When buying  Period panties There are several things you should pay attention to. These can vary from  comfort above  sustainability up to the  Health We have listed the most important points for you so that you are prepared for future purchases. You will also find an overview of the advantages of our period underwear here .

First, you should know how heavy your period is, because the Strength of your bleeding then also determines which period underwear you need. At Taynie, we have various period underwear in our repertoire, each of which is aimed at different levels of bleeding. 

In addition to the intensity of your bleeding, it also depends on whether you have a certain  design  Whether simple, sexy or playful - anything is possible with period underwear.

Most suppliers sell period underwear that can only be washed at up to 30 degrees, as the membrane of the panties deforms at temperatures above 30 degrees. To rid your period panties of possible germs, you will certainly want to wash them at higher temperatures. With Taynie, this is even possible! You can return your Taynies to a  Wash cycle at 60 degrees wash and your panties will not be affected. 

 

Many people buy  Period underwear because of the sustainability factor and many manufacturers advertise exactly that. The sustainability aspect of period underwear may also motivate you to buy it.

But did you know that there are many manufacturers whose period underwear  toxic biocides Biocides are not only bad for the environment, but can even allergic reactions your skin. So you should definitely use products that are free of harmful biocides. You may now be wondering how you can tell if your period underwear free from biocides or not. We recommend that you make sure that the product is expressly free of additives such as Silver or zinc pyrithione Scientists also warn against products containing biocides. Therefore, it was particularly important to us that our products  100 percent free of biocides - so that you can do yourself and your health a favor.

You prefer to Sanitary pads or tampons No problem, because we also sell washable pads and Tampons out of  Organic cotton . Just like our panties, these  free from biocides so that your health is not endangered.

Period underwear brings many advantages. Especially in terms of  sustainability Period underwear is truly unbeatable. While you have to throw away disposable products and their plastic packaging, thanks to period underwear, mountains of rubbish no longer accumulate.

As mentioned, period underwear is only completely sustainable if  no toxic biocides added that could enter the groundwater.

The  comfort of period underwear convinces many menstruating women, because menstrual products that have to be inserted into the vagina can cause discomfort or even pain in menstruating people. Especially for people who Endometriosis it can be very helpful to use washable briefs. 
 

Period underwear is particularly beneficial from a health perspective.  Disposable products are often  Bleach and other chemicals that come into contact with your mucous membranes and thus have a negative effect on your Health can affect.

Depending on how heavy or light your bleeding is, you will need to change your period underwear either sooner or later. However, you should not wear your period underwear all day, but  Change after 8-10 hours at the latest .  There are models that collect significantly more blood than others. Before buying, you should therefore consider which  Suction power that might be right for you.

In general, it is a good idea to put on a fresh pair of period underwear in the morning and change them again in the evening before going to bed. If you have a heavier flow, you may of course need more than two pairs of underwear a day, depending on the absorbency of the panties. Especially at the beginning of your period, you may need more than two pairs of underwear a day. Daily consumption is therefore very individual, because every menstruating person has a different cycle and level of bleeding. However, there is a rule of thumb: Most people need Approx. 5 period underpants per cycle . Our tip: Start with  5 panties. As your period progresses, you will notice whether these are enough for you and you can adjust the number of panties in the future to suit your period.

There is an assumption that period underwear needs biocides to be hygienic. But that is not true. The most important thing is  regular changing and proper care to keep your period underwear hygienic. That is why it is important that you change your period underwear after  8-10 hours change and then rinse with cold water The water should be cold so that the menstrual blood does not clot.Period underwear from  Taynie can even  60 degrees Usually a temperature of  40 degrees However, this is already enough to ensure that your panties are free of germs. In this respect, you can also  Environment Do something good and wash your period underwear at 40 degrees.