Confused Between Panty Liners and Pads? Read This First!

Your puberty brings along an entire parade of changes in your body. For females, most of which occurs in their vaginal area. While dealing and getting used to the numerous kinds of fluids coming out of your vagina, you also have to juggle with the abundant products in the market, figuring out the purpose for each. Wouldn’t it be easier if someone could shoulder at least half of your confusion? Maybe hand you a guide with all the answers? If your wish is the same as ours, say no more then!

Let’s tackle one thing at a time, starting with one of the most asked query – panty liners vs. pads – what’s the difference?

Not just teenagers bearing puberty, but even adults who are past the age of 30 are puzzled about the functionality and characteristics of panty liners and pads. If you too, are one of the many, questioning the need for two seemingly similar yet somehow distinct products, then you have stopped by at the right place. Let’s unpack this one by one.

If you, too, are wondering about the need for two seemingly similar yet distinct products, you've come to the right place. 

Still confused about panty liners? You are not alone!

Still in a gravel about panty liners? Don’t worry, you aren’t the only one trying to climb out of that hole. We at MyAvni have got your backs. 

You can think of Panty liner as the younger sibling of sanitary pad, just thinner, smaller and purposed for lighter use. It is the bodyguard of your underwear that always stays on-duty. Though sounding inferior to pads, panty liners stand as an all-rounder for everyday utilisation. From covering the lasts of your period days to soaking up your discharge during your various cycles throughout the month, panty liners have got it all.

1.    An essential in your bags and everyday life : 

For females, panty liners should be an absolute go-to in their life. Carry it like carrying chapsticks in your bags. It is your solution to that every bit of dampness, your worry about a little discharge making an appearance at the wrong time or your period unexpectedly stretching their stay. Solely built for your “just in case” and “did not expect that” moments, you are encouraged to take every inch of advantage of your panty liners, every given moment. 

2.    Worried about Discharge? Periods? Spotting? Pee leaks? 

We tend to be too hard on our bodies under frustrating circumstances. There’s no denying about the kind of miracle our female body is, but there are always those moments that push you towards asking “But why this? Why me?” Making you momentarily dislike your body. The surprise gift of unexpected discharge, unexplained blood spotting, the guessing game of periods or not and other here and there leaks of fluids from your vagina, which can often lead to your favourite underwear being ruined. The answer to this trouble? 
You guessed it right! – Panty liners it is. 

●    Daily discharge? Not a problem for panty liners.
●    Surprise spotting? Panty liner has got you covered.
●    Tiny pee leaks? Panty liners can help.
●    Bonus - it can also act as a tampon/cup backup 

A “How to” guide for you panty liner

Before using a panty liner, you need to familiarise yourself with its “how to’s”. Here’s a quick guide by MyAvni for you to get started with your first ever experience with panty liners –

●    Choosing the right fit for you : It is crucial to pick out the right fit that suits your needs at the moment. With a wide variety of panty liners, from – daily wear liners, period panty liners, scented panty liners, organic and cotton liners, reusable cotton panty liners to ultra-thin liners – it is ready to back each and every requirement.

●    Steps to use it : Pick out a fresh panty liner out of its wrapper. Gently peel off its adhesive part (the sticky part), revealing it to stick. Position and stick it down inside your underwear, ensuring it's properly aligned. Press and smoothen it out for comfort.

●    Disposing it : Make sure to roll it up inside either the wrapper or a layer to cover it properly, and throw it in a dustbin. Do not throw it out in the open, and avoid flushing them down into toilets or leaving them out in the open.

●    When should you use it : Use it whenever you feel the need. Panty liners are a daily wear product, bearing every small and big fluid out of your vaginal opening. It can be used for discharge, spotting, pee leaks, sudden period jump-scare, and all the other situations where you feel like a panty liner can make your day slightly easier and better.

●    When should you change it : Remember to change your panty liners every 3-5 hours, or whenever you feel it weighing down, getting wet or losing its freshness.

Choosing Your Warrior : When to Grab a Pad vs a Panty Liner?

Finally, let's address the question that likely brought you all the way to our blog – When do you grab a pad and when do you grab a panty liner? 

So far you might be wondering - aren’t pads and panty liners quite the same products? Actually, despite being used in the similar style, both are fundamentally different. Panty liners are comparatively thinner, shorter, smaller and crafted for lighter, everyday use. Pads are meant to absorb more whereas panty liners can only intake somewhere about 5ml of content.

You can opt for a panty liner when –

●    You experience light spotting
●    As a backup for tampons/menstrual cups
●    You experience light bladder leaks
●    You want to keep your underwear clean 
●    You're using a reusable option (like MyAvni reusable panty liners)
●    You are tired of daily vaginal discharge
●    It’s the beginning or end of your period
●    You want to avoid sweats during travel or workouts

Conclusion : Make the smart choice 

Coming to the end of this blog, you must have grasped a beginner’s understanding of pads and panty liners. Next time, before making a choice, ask yourself “What will solve my crisis : Pads or Panty liners?” 

Your answer depends on “your” unique need, so choose what fits with you. Remember, pads are your warrior for periods and panty liners for your everyday struggles.

And here's the smartest choice you can make for yourself : Opting for MyAvni’s reusable cotton panty liner. They offer incredible comfort and breathability due to the incorporation of natural cotton, they're also an eco-friendly and cost-effective option. Make the switch for a healthier you and a happier planet!