The symptoms of menstruation are usually extremely annoying and unpleasant. Not to mention, they come back every month, for about 30 years. Men could never understand this, while women do everything they can to dull the pain and discomfort with new and better methods. Although never taken too seriously, cloth sanitary napkins began to gain a reputation after 1970.

And they keep going up. They came onto the market as an innovative solution. What are they after all? Well, these cloth period pads are similar to absorbents, only they contain fewer chemicals and are made of soft materials, like cotton, for example. Also, they can be reused after years of cleaning. It seems like a perfect invention. But everyone knows that nothing is perfect. And when it comes with so many advantages that it seems too good to be true, there must be some side effects too.

Cloth sanitary napkins are no exception. Among the many advantages, there are particular disadvantages that must be taken into account. Cloth pads cannot be washed without water. Water means money. Therefore, the need to wash them must cover the desire to save water for smaller bills. Although they can be washed with a normal fabric cleaner, you should find one suitable for them, such as a biodegradable soap. However, since cloth sanitary napkins are small accessories, they can be washed at the same time as your other clothes.

Cloth sanitary napkins can be a pain in the ass if you are a busy, active person with a hectic lifestyle. They can take a long time to clean, dry and dizzy. If these are the practical disadvantages, there may also be health problems. You can get into serious trouble if you don’t pay attention to them. For example, if you ever get a vaginal infection, it’s essential to sterilize cloth sanitary napkins before using them again. Especially after treating the infection. Otherwise, there is a great risk of reinfection.

Finally, although it is not a great disadvantage, you should know that cloth pads are 5 or 6 times more expensive than normal absorbents or tampons. Although they may not seem like a great deal at first, you will generally save some money since they can be used over and over again, for years.