Pads or Tampons? The Pros & Cons of Both
For all our beauties that use Pads and/or Tampons, we have written a list of the pros and cons. We want all of our beauties to know the facts before choosing the right sanitary napkin for them. Check it out!
Tampons
Pros | Cons |
Travel Size: Tampons are fit in your purse and back pocket. Making them easy to travel with. | More Difficult: Tampons are to be inserted. The best way to do this is to squat. Unlike pads, that go over your underwear. |
Swimming: Unlike pads, you won't have to worry about your tampon moving around while you swim. | May Cause Irritation: Tampons may or may not irritate your vagina. Especially on the first attempt. |
Invisibility: Tampons are inserted, meaning they are discreet. Wear those leggings! No one will know. | Risk of TSS: Toxic Shock Syndrome is caused by an overgrowth of bacteria that is naturally found in a female's body. |
No Smell: Because the tampon is inside you rather than outside, there is little to no small. | No Change Indicator: There are no clear signs on when you should change your tampon. It is basically a guessing game. Professionals suggest changing your tampons every 3-4 hours. |
Underwear Freedom: You can wear any type of underwear you like. Thongs, briefs, G-Strings, Boy short, etc. | Leakage: If you don't use the correct size you are at risk of bleeding through your underwear. |
| Sleeping: Professionals would not recommend the use of tampons during sleep. As mentioned before, tampons should be changed every 3-4 hours. |
Pads
Pros | Cons |
Better for Heavy Days: Pads are easier to change out during heavy period days. You can see when the pad is full and needs changing. | Can't Swim: You might think twice about going for a swim on your period. Pads may move around during your swim. |
Easy to Use: Because pads go over the underwear, it is effortless to use over tampons. | Not Discreet: Maybe skip those leggings this week. Sometimes your pad shows. |
Lower Risk of TSS: Toxic Shock Syndrome can still occur, but your risks are lower when you use pads. | Move Around: Your pad can move out of place. Causing bleed to leak through your underwear. |
Travel Size: You can fit most pads in your purse. | Smell: Because the pad is outside the body, it can sometimes smell. |
| Messy: The clean-up after pad use can be a bit messy sometimes. |
| Underwear Choice: You can't wear thongs or just any type of underwear. You need underwear with enough space for the pad to grip on. |
Let us know below which to prefer. Did this article change your mind about using pads or tampons? What should we talk about next? Leave your answers below.
