10 Pairs of Period-Proof Underwear to Wear For a Comfy Night's Sleep
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If you're not into the idea of wearing a tampon or menstrual cup to bed and have found that pads bunch or shift as you sleep, opting for period underwear is a solid solution for absorbing your menstrual flow while you catch some quality zzz's.
Boyshorts, hip-huggers, and briefs are three styles worth considering as you start shopping. These types of undies tend to offer a little more coverage on the sides of the legs and in the back, may not dig in or ride up quite as much as other styles (read: thongs, certain cheeky cuts), and can be found in low-rise, mid-rise, and high-rise options. They can act as sleep bottoms on their own but are also great options for under PJs. While the type of underwear you sleep in is really a personal preference, experts note that, in terms of vaginal health, choosing a breathable fabric is best.
Of course, the benefit of the 10 pairs below is that they act as your menstrual care product too and help prevent leaks on your sheets.
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Thinx Boyshorts
Ideal for those with a moderate flow, Thinx Boyshorts ($39) are offered in sizes XXS-3XL and can absorb the equivalent of three tampons. They offer a full-coverage back and have a slightly longer leg than some of the other period boyshorts on the market. You can score this pair in navy blue or black.
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Dear Kate Nellie Full Briefs
Think briefs are best? Available in sizes XS-3X, the Dear Kate Nellie Full Briefs ($46) feature a high-waist and can be purchased in black, beige, berry, and periwinkle.
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Bambody Absorbent Boyshorts
A less expensive option than some of the other period panties on this list, the Bambody Absorbent Boyshorts ($15) feature a thicker elastic waistband and can hold up to two tampons' worth of fluid from your period. Depending on the color, they can be purchased as a single pair, in a two-pack, or in a three-pack.
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TomboyX Firstline Leakproof Hipster Underwear
The TomboyX Firstline Leakproof Hipster ($32) underwear are designed to help prevent leaks on light menstrual flow days and from incontinence. Available in sizes 3XS to 6X, these mid-rise undies also odor-repellent.
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Knixy Lace Leakproof Boyshorts
Like something a little more lacy? Opt for a pair of the Knixy Lace Leakproof Boyshorts ($23), which feature an all-lace back and can be purchased in black, a pale green, and a peachy-pink hue.
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Ruby Love Period Loungewear Sleep Boyshorts
The Ruby Love Period Loungewear Sleep Boyshorts ($40) are also exclusively designed with bedtime in mind. They're also available in several different fun prints and bright colors, like this red-and-white striped pair. Bonus: the brand claims they won't ride up, which in our opinion, is crucial for a comfy night's sleep.
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Aisle Period Briefs
The Aisle Period Briefs ($46) feature a high-waist, full-coverage cut, and could take the place of up to four tampons!
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Proof. Leakproof Hipster Underwear
Hipster underwear tends to sit around the hips and offers fuller coverage in the back. The Proof. Leakproof Hipster Underwear ($43) are particularly great for those with heavy flows, as they hold up to five tampons worth of fluid.
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ModiBodi Classic Full Briefs
If you have a lighter flow and don't want to wear a tampon or a cup to bed, consider the ModiBodi Classic Full Briefs ($25), which offer about two tampons' worth of protection from leaks.
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Knix The Dream Shorts
Technically, the Knix The Dream Shorts ($38) are considered sleep bottoms, but they resemble the general design of a pair of boyshorts. They offer a high absorbency via a longer gusset to prevent leaks while you're sleeping. They're available in black or a dark floral print, in sizes XS-4XL.
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