Are menstrual swimming costumes safe?

In recent years, with the development of alternative menstrual products to traditional menstrual products, women's lives have changed radically for the better in many ways. We can finally say goodbye to having to cancel certain plans because we have our period.
For example, going to the beach is no longer off-limits when we are menstruating, or we no longer have to stop swimming if we have our period.

Menstrual swimwear and bikinis have come into our lives to make it easier and more enjoyable. However, as with everything, and as is natural, there are still some women who are sceptical about the protection and safety that menstrual swimming costumes provide during the days when we are on our period.

So now that spring is just around the corner and we're starting to make plans to enjoy the beach and swimming, we've created this article to talk to you about how safe you can feel in a menstrual swimming costume.

What are menstrual bikinis and swimming costumes?

Simply put, they look like traditional swimming costumes that we can all go to the beach or swimming in. But in reality, they have a technology developed to allow us to do so when we have our period without having to worry about soiling anything. Thanks to menstrual bikinis and swimming costumes we can say ‘bye bye’ to the hassle of having to change our tampon or menstrual cup.

Menstrual swimming costumes and bikinis work in much the same way as menstrual panties, with the addition that they are technically prepared and designed to withstand water. In other words, from now on, you can bathe with your period without fear and in complete safety, thanks to the anti-leakage technology that ensures that the blood is absorbed by the bikini or swimming costume while the waterproof layer prevents the flow from coming out.

How much protection do menstrual bikinis and swimming costumes offer?

When it comes to protection, i.e. how long you can wear them without worrying, menstrual swimming costumes are designed so that you can wear them for up to 12 hours. The equivalent of a sanitary towel or tampon.


Isn't it wonderful to be able to forget about the typical ‘I'm going to the bathroom to change’ in the middle of the beach? However, menstrual swimming costumes and bikinis are designed for light to moderate blood flow. They are also not recommended for lochia or haemorrhagic menstruation. It is therefore important that each woman knows her body well enough to use them.

You are guaranteed no leaks and everything will stay in place. The waterproof part and the seams of your menstrual swimming costume will prevent blood and menstrual flow from coming out of the absorbent part. But if you are one of those who have a lot of blood flow during the first days of your period, we recommend combining it with a menstrual cup or menstrual disc, using the swimming costume as a complementary method of protection.

They are also aesthetically no different from a traditional swimming costume or bikini, as they are made up of several very thin absorbent layers so that they are not noticeable.

Care tips for menstrual bikinis and swimming costumes

An important aspect of ensuring that your menstrual bikini or swimming costume fulfils its protective function for as long as the manufacturers recommend is to take care when washing it. To do this, it is advisable to wash it by hand in cold water until the water runs completely clear. The next step is to wash it in the washing machine, using a programme and detergent for delicate garments and at a maximum temperature of 30º. 

We also recommend that you do not use fabric softener when washing your menstrual swimming costume or menstrual bikini, as these products contain many chemical ingredients that will burn the fibres and absorbent materials of the garment.

We also don't recommend you put it in the tumble dryer for the same reason. The best way to dry both your swimming costume and your menstrual bikini is outdoors and away from direct sunlight.

Another positive aspect of menstrual swimming costumes and bikinis is that they are really pretty and very flattering. In our online shop you can find different models of menstrual swimming costumes and menstrual bikinis, perfect for every woman's personal style. These swimsuits are stylish and help us to combat the swelling typical of the days when we are on our period.

So, say goodbye to the fear of getting your period on your next holiday, and pack a menstrual swimming costume in your suitcase or gym bag.