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Our opinion on menstrual swimsuits!

With the green trend and general awareness of the dangers of using certain petrochemical products, women are consuming more and more responsibly. By paying attention to the raw materials used for the design of their clothes, their origin, their manufacturing processes, all want to turn more towards healthier consumption patterns. It's the hour of glory for DIY and natural products! Soap without soap, solid soap, solid shampoo, homemade recipe for scrubs, masks and treatment. In short, we could go on like this for a long time.

Not only are these new modes of consumption healthier for the planet, but it is above all the ways of consuming that change the impact on our health. Because yes, women have understood it well, some products deserve to be banned from our daily lives. And this is the case with certain intimate protections! Indeed, the case of intimate hygiene during menstruation has caused a lot of ink to flow over the past two years, revolutionizing the way we deal with the arrival of little English girls... And even sanitary napkin aficionados (who didn't want to hear about tampons) are also calling into question question the benefits of their sanitary underwear on their health.

Little by little, we have discovered new, much healthier solutions to face the period of menstruation with complete peace of mind. Menstrual cup, menstrual panties and now menstrual swimwear were born to give us a way out!

Haven't heard of it yet? Are you reluctant to wear a menstrual swimsuit? Maybe you don't know all about these new trendy and natural swimsuits that have just landed on the market. That's why we're going to give you our menstrual swimsuit review in this article ! Advantages, disadvantages, advice, find out what you need to know on the subject.

Why is the menstrual swimsuit worth taking a closer look at?

Before testing it, we ourselves were reluctant to bathe with a menstrual swimsuit. It is true that the simple idea of ​​imagining possible leaks in the swimming pool frightened us enormously. What's more, we had it in our head that this type of period lingerie was very unpleasant to wear on a daily basis. In short, many misconceptions occupied our minds.

Already, let's start at the beginning. Who has never dreamed of finding menstrual protection that would be comfortable to wear, and which would limit the impact on our health ? Normally, if you are a balanced young woman, you will agree that you wish yourself the best. And we know that the best is certainly not found in industrial tampons and sanitary napkins. With a number of pesticides that impact our body and our health, they would therefore tend to harm us, even if they are very practical. And now that we have the choice for other, more natural products, why deprive ourselves of them? After all, you have to try before you give up on something.

Also, we tested for you these famous menstrual swimsuits !

What is a period swimsuit?

We have already talked a lot to you lately about menstrual panties and the many possibilities available to you to practice sport during menstruation, etc. Well, for those who do not know or have not read these articles , the menstrual swimsuit is designed on the same principle as the menstrual panties. It is therefore a period swimsuit that contains several layers of protection (an absorbent layer, a layer raincoat, etc) which restrict blood flow. No leaks with this type of specific underwear, since everything is designed for optimum comfort , complete absorption and even the ability to choose your type of blood flow .

Our opinion on this period swimsuit

Advantages

It is true that this type of swimsuit has a large number of undeniable advantages . For starters,ends the anxiety of leaking or losing blood flowing into the water . Built-in protection lets nothing through. As comfortable as a classic bathing suit, the sensation has nothing to do with what you feel when you wear a towel. We can finally bathe freely and walk freely on the beach without fear of the famous stain on the means of bath.

Another point to its advantage:the menstrual swimsuit is just as hot than some traditional jerseys. There are even sculpting and sheathing swimsuits , mismatched cuts and ultra-trendy prints.

It is an ideal product for young girls who have just had their period. Indeed, the young girl's menstrual swimsuit will allow them to feel more comfortable in their body at this time of their cycle, if they have to go swimming. Indeed, only you will know that you are wearing a menstrual swimsuit because it cannot be seen and the protections do not move!

The disadvantages

Small flat, however, for women who have heavy periods. Menstrual swimsuits are great for protecting against light to moderate blood flow, either around the start or end of your period for some. In case of very heavy periods, it is possible to use the menstrual shirt, but it is advisable to add additional protection such as a menstrual cup for example .

It should therefore be seen more as an additional protection that makes our lives easier, rather than a solution in itself.

Where to find period swimsuits?

In stores specializing in natural period solutions . Some lingerie brands have also developed their own period swimwear collection. But it is generally in the specialized shops that you will find what you are looking for.

In summary

  • Never say never until you have tried! Want to try period protection that isn't made up of chemicals? The solution during your period is the menstrual swimsuit!
  • Ditch your disposable pads and your Tampax, and test swimming with peace of mind during your period!
  • Opt for an organic cotton swimsuit to stay in an environmental and eco-responsible approach;
  • Don't be afraid of leaks, the swimsuit absorbs everything discreetly thanks to its various integrated layers of protection.
  • The ideal time to wear it:at the beginning or end of your period (alone) or in the middle of your period with additional protection if you have very abundant blood flow.