Sustainable Sanitary Towels and Panty Liners

Why washable sanitary towels and washable panty liners?

Of washable sanitary pads and washable panty liners made from organic cotton you ensure a lot less waste. The most important reason to cotton sanitary pads and panty liners may be your health. The wonderfully soft menstrual protection is good for the skin and contains no harmful substances.

'Regular' menstrual products may seem harmless, but those soft white pads are made largely of plastic, and if cotton isn't organically grown and processed, pesticides, insecticides and bleach are used. Who wants to put that in their body?

Cotton sanitary pads and panty liners are an environmentally friendly alternative

Organic Cotton
The cotton sanitary towels and panty liners on our website are largely made of certified organic cotton. The production of organic cotton has a much smaller impact on the environment than the production of normal cotton. Organic cotton is grown without the use of pesticides and is processed without the use of chemicals. In addition, much less water is used. All in all, a lot better for the environment.

In addition, the washable sanitary towels and washable panty liners on our website are OEKO-TEX® certified. The menstrual products from &Sisters GOTS certified. The certification proves that the product is free of harmful substances.

Leak-proof layer
The washable sanitary towels and washable panty liners contain polyester and a layer of certified PUL (polyurethane laminate polyester) which makes them leak-proof. The sanitary towels and panty liners for single use contain a waterproof layer made of biodegradable biopolymer derived from corn starch.

We are not in favor of (bio)plastic in principle, but this layer ensures that the menstrual products are leak-proof. As far as we are concerned, this is currently the best alternative on the market. Have you found something better? Let us know!

Various models of washable sanitary pads and washable panty liners

There are many different types of washable menstrual products available, with different sizes and absorbency. Depending on your flow, you can choose:

Panty liners
Sanitary pads
Night sanitary pads

The different models ensure that the washable menstrual products are suitable for every person:

Just - standard sanitary towels and panty liners made of cotton flannel
Active - this is a slimmer version of pads and panty liners for active people. These are made from cotton jersey and have added softness for a smoother, more comfortable feel, allowing them to adapt to the movement of the body.
Workout - feel safe while exercising! The top layer of the workout model is functional material that effectively wicks away moisture and keeps the skin dry. They are soft and flexible for a full range of motion.
Without button - This version without a button is perfect for people with an active lifestyle. Cycling and horse riding is now possible without the small snaps causing discomfort.
String - this version of the panty liner is specially made for thongs. Suitable for the lighter days.
Starter Package - Would you like to get to know reusable menstrual products, but don't know where to start? You can do this with the starter pack, including sanitary towels, panty liners and tampon.

How do washable sanitary pads and washable panty liners work?

Washable sanitary towels and washable panty liners can be attached to your underwear with two snaps. There is also a version without a button that you can fold around your underwear with flaps.

After use, you can throw the menstrual panties in the washing machine with the rest of your laundry or wash them by hand. Can't wash them right away? Rinse the used sanitary towel well or soak it in water to prevent stubborn stains.

I'm not at home, what now?

You may be wondering what to do with your reusable cotton pads or panty liners when you're out and about, after all, we don't throw them in the trash every time we use them. Luckily, we have a great solution for that! The waterproof bags by ImseVimse are perfect for carrying panty liners or sanitary towels. These wet bags are of course also extremely suitable for carrying nursing pads or swimwear.

I don't want reusable sanitary pads, but I want to use sustainable menstrual products, is that possible?

We understand that for some people it can be a big step to switch to washable sanitary towels and washable panty liners. We want to help everyone to live as sustainably as possible and make choices that they feel good about. That is why we only have sanitary towels, panty liners and tampons from &Sisters. The products from &Sisters are eco-friendly, made from organic cotton, without synthetic materials, harmful chemicals, perfumes and plastic.

Are there any more sustainable menstruation tips?

Read in our blog 'Go with the flow: sustainable menstruation tips' about which menstrual products you can use when you switch to a more sustainable lifestyle! There are plenty of sustainable alternatives available that are comfortable and reliable. Period underwear, menstrual cups and tampons, choose what suits you.

The complete range at Zo Zero

At Zo Zero you will find cotton sanitary towels and panty liners from ImseVimse and &Sisters. Are you looking for other menstrual products such as menstrual cups, washable menstrual underwear or eco friendly tampons made from organic cotton? Then check out all our sustainable menstrual products.

Do you want your cotton sanitary towels and panty liners? sustainable washing? Yes, you can! We have everything you need to do your laundry sustainably: eco-strips, stain remover, laundry nets or laundry tonic, you name it!