There is no single right way to manage your period. Many women in Georgia still use disposable pads and tampons, while more and more are switching to reusable options like period underwear. Here is an honest comparison to help you choose.
Comfort
Pads can feel bulky and may move around. Tampons and menstrual cups are worn internally, which some people love and others find uncomfortable. Period underwear is worn like normal underwear, with nothing to insert and nothing to stick on.
Protection
Clair period underwear has four layers and holds the equivalent of 3–5 regular tampons. For very heavy days, some women combine it with a tampon or cup as a backup, while others wear a full-coverage style such as The Secure on its own.
Cost over time
Pads and tampons are bought every month. Period underwear costs more at the start, but each pair is washed and reused across many cycles. With a kit of 3–5 pairs, most women can cover their whole period. Our bundles lower the cost per pair.
Waste
Disposable products end up in the bin every cycle. Reusable period underwear means far less waste, and no last-minute trips to buy supplies.
Materials
Look for certified, non-toxic materials. Every component of Clair period underwear is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified and free from PFAS (“forever chemicals”).
Summary
| Period underwear | Pads | Tampons / cups | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worn | Like normal underwear | Stuck to underwear | Internally |
| Reusable | Yes | No | Tampons no, cups yes |
| Monthly purchase | No | Yes | Tampons yes |
Curious to try? Read how to use period underwear or shop period underwear.