FAQ

A. You can now choose between two types of fabric in
contact with the skin: 

  - Undyed (natural)
is the best choice if you are prone to irritation or allergies.

  - Dyed (purple)
is the perfect fabric to hide or reduce stains.

A. For our dyed Öko-Pads, some discolouration from
vaginal discharge is possible. This is a normal occurrence due to the naturally
acidic pH of vaginal discharge.

A. There are many ways to care for Öko-pads. You can consult our Care Guide. Many tips and techniques are described, from managing soiled pads to wash day! Proper care will extend the life of your pads and maximize their effectiveness.

A. Sodium percarbonate is very effective against stains. You can consult our Care Guide to find out more. Be aware that heat can set stains. We recommend washing in cold or lukewarm water and air-drying. If you use the dryer, we suggest you check for stains before putting your protectors in. You can also opt for Öko-Pads, which are now available in a tinted version, ideal for reducing the appearance of stains.

Otherwise, even if stains remain, the product is still effective. It's just less aesthetic.

A. You don't have to do laundry during your period. Just make sure you have enough Öko-pads for your entire cycle. If you want to do laundry, our Öko-pads go in the dryer, so you don't have to worry about whether they'll be dry in time.

A. The fabric in contact with the underwear is made of cotton, a non-slip material (unlike PUL, which is sometimes used in the manufacture of other brands of reusable pads). If, despite everything, you feel that your pad is moving, we suggest that you wear tight-fitting cotton underwear and avoid those made from slippery materials (satin, nylon, etc.) with your Öko-pads.

Tip: you can even wear a second pair of underwear over your first; ideal for night-time wear.

A. It's quite rare to have leaks with Öko-pads. But if you do, here are a few tips;

• Prepare your Öko-pads; wash them before use. They become more absorbent the more you wash them.
  
• Choose the right level of absorption for your flow.
  
• Make sure you change pads when necessary.
  
• Make sure your pad is properly positioned and wear underwear that keeps it in place.
  
• Notice if your flow is more liquid than usual and if this seems to be the cause of the leakage.
  
• Finally, the use of interlabial petals could be useful to prevent leaks, especially if your flow is abundant.

A. Menstruation doesn't smell; rather, it's bacterial proliferation that's responsible. The use of Öko-pads can help with odor management; one of hemp's many properties is that it is antibacterial.

A. We have 2 types of pouch for carrying the protections:
- The Individual Pouch: a small, discreet pouch with a label that reads: To be washed! The idea is to make it stand out when you put your used pad in it, and to leave it inside if the pad is clean. An ingenious system that lets you differentiate between used and clean pads at a glance. Super practical!
- The Duo Pouch: designed with 2 waterproof inner sections for hygienically carrying clean or soiled Öko-pads separately. Large enough to carry several pads at a time (or even a spare pair of underwear, just in case!).

Make sure you take clean pads with you in the pouch you've chosen. Once you're home, all you have to do is take out the used Öko-pads and care for them according to the method you've chosen.

A. Determining how many pads we need may seem complex.

Here are the things to consider: your menstrual flow (light, regular, heavy), the number of pad changes per day, and whether you prefer to do laundry during your cycle.

For example, if you usually use 3 disposable pads a day and 1 at night, and don't want to wash during your cycle, you might need 6 regular pads (regular flow), 6 liners (moderate flow), 2 minis (light flow) and 4 longs (heavy flow or night) for a full cycle.

You can also start with a few washable pads and adjust your kit later to suit your needs.

A. After several years, your Öko-pads may show signs of fatigue. Reuse is eco-friendly: use them to remove nail polish, as a household cloth, or even recycle the pattern for a sewing project. If you can't reuse, here's how to dispose of them:

The only materials that aren't compostable and natural are: the waterproof layer coated on the cotton, the polyester thread and the snaps (the latter are made of brass, a metal that can be recycled at metal recycling centers).

If you wish to compost what is compostable: unstitch the Öko-pads, remove the threads and the waterproof layer and throw them away. Remove the hemp parts and cut into small pieces. Add to your compost.

Polyurethane coating and polyester threads account for around 5% of Öko-pads' composition.