How Does Period Swimwear Work?

Period. Pool. Two words you’d never think go together. 

Missing out on that pool party? That day trip to the beach? Miss out no more with period proof swimwear. She’s here and here to stay with a range of styles from Love Luna & Modibodi - we've got you covered! 

How Does Period Swimwear Work?

Is it worth the hype? We think so! Swimming on your period has never been easier. So how does period swim work? 

Period swimwear uses a carefully curated and innovative design, specially made to hold in those pesky leaks. And the best thing, no one would ever know it's that time of the month! Period swimwear looks and feels just like your regular swimwear.

Period swimwear typically combines three layers of material. A moisture wicking fabric that pulls moisture away from the skin, a middle layer that locks in leaks and absorbs menstrual blood and a waterproof outer layer. Modibodi's leak proof swimwear uses Modifier technology, a super slim stain resistant lining that uses these three layers. Read more on the technology behind Modibodi's period swimwear here. 

Why We Love Period Proof Swimwear

  • Swim on your period stress free!
  • Reusable and sustainable (no waste)
  • Comfort! No need for tampons
  • Fast drying, absorbent lining
  • Stain resistant lining
  • Easy to clean
  • Look and feel like regular bathers
  • Safe and secure
  • Moisture wicking material fights bacteria and kills odours
  • Water repellent properties (swimwear dries 3x faster than your regular pair)

How Much Protection Does Period Swimwear Offer?

Period proof swimwear is a great option for those who experience irregular periods and for teens entering puberty - saving them the embarrassment and use of uncomfortable tampons.

Period swimwear is recommended for those who experience light to moderate periods, being able to hold up to two teaspoons of fluid which is equivalent to two tampons. Designed to hold in menstrual blood on its own, the swimwear can also be worn alongside tampons and menstrual cups to offer an extra layer of protection on heavier days. Australian brands Love Luna and Modibodi offer a range of different absorbencies depending on your flow!

Period Proof Swimwear Brands 

We love that Australian brands Modibodi & Love Luna have developed innovative and stylish solutions to swimming on your period. 

Love Luna offers an exclusive range of period swim for adult and teen. Love Luna’s period proof swimwear is best suited to those with a medium flow and for those who lean towards simple and more conservative styles in terms of design and colour. 

Modibodi offers an array of period swim suited to every woman and pride themselves in designing high quality swim using the finest materials. Their swimwear range is catered to those who experience both light and heavy flows, catered to women in all stages of life. With patented technology and scientific testing across all their products, Modibodi is a leader in providing exceptional quality for period swimwear. We also love Modibodi’s range of styles, colours and prints, making period swimwear just as enjoyable and stylish as they should be! 

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Period Proof Swimwear and Planet

If there isn’t so much to love already about period proof swim, there's just one more thing! We place so much importance on sustainability here at Swimwear Galore, and appreciate how environmentally friendly these options are. Reduce your waste, ditch the tampons and switch to reusable swim!  

These reusable styles are also made from pre-consumer Recycled Nylon - bonus!

Caring For Period Proof Swimwear

To add on to the many benefits period swimwear offers, it is quick and easy to clean! Simply rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. 

Pop them in a washbag, into the washing machine on a cold cycle (30 degrees max) and hang out to dry. It’s that easy!

Summer FOMO no longer thanks to our range of period proof swimwear from Love Luna & Modibodi. Swim stress free and shop it now!


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