Incontinence pads are designed to absorb much more liquid than period pads. This is because pee flows more rapidly than menstrual blood, as it\u2019s not as thick, and incontinence pads need to be able to keep up with the volume of liquid.
Incontinence pads are around 4 times more absorbent than period pads! Think of it this way, if period pads can hold around 100ml of liquid, while incontinence pads can absorb up to 300-400 ml or more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Science Bit…<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPeriod pads are primarily made of soft absorbent materials like cotton or rayon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads, like TENA pads, have super absorbent polymers known as SAPs to handle larger volumes of liquid. SAPs are tiny beads that are hydrophilic, meaning they attract and hold water, effectively transforming into a gel-like substance that traps urine and prevents leakage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/mutusystem.com\/en-uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/06\/MUTUXTENA_TRIALCTA-2.png\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLeak protection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBoth period pads and incontinence pads have leak protection features to prevent urine from escaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Period pads usually have wings that help secure them to your underwear and prevent side leakage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But incontinence pads often have additional leak guards, such as wider wings or dual barriers, to provide more protection at the edges, where leaks are more likely to happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Odour control<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIncontinence pads are specifically designed to control odour, as urine can be smelly and you do not want that smell to leak out so you or anyone else can smell it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads often include odour-neutralising agents or fragrances to mask any odours and maintain freshness so you can wear them for a long time before you need to change them, especially if you\u2019re away from home and you\u2019re not sure where the nearest toilet is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The beads in TENA pads prevent the development of ammonia, so that bacteria doesn\u2019t grow and the pads stay feeling fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Period pads are usually not as heavily scented or odour-controlling, as menstrual blood doesn’t produce as strong a smell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Discretion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBoth period pads and incontinence pads come in a variety of sizes and shapes to match up with different needs and preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads are generally designed to be more discreet, with a thinner pad and less noticeable designs. You can also get disposable underwear with incontinence pads built in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better comfort for your skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIncontinence pads often wick away moisture from your skin, so it does not pool in one spot. This helps keep the skin dry and prevent irritation or infection.
In fact, TENA pads<\/a> can help keep your skin dry for up to 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you want to add an extra layer of protection for your skin, you can use ointment to act as a skin barrier, which is the same stuff you get to protect a baby\u2019s bottom from nappy rash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So if you are experiencing bladder leaks, watch the video to find out 8 ways to handle bladder leaks after you\u2019ve given birth<\/a>, and what you can do to fix the problem and feel like you again.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHere’s a summary table of the key differences between period pads and incontinence pads<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLeak protection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBoth period pads and incontinence pads have leak protection features to prevent urine from escaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Period pads usually have wings that help secure them to your underwear and prevent side leakage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But incontinence pads often have additional leak guards, such as wider wings or dual barriers, to provide more protection at the edges, where leaks are more likely to happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Odour control<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIncontinence pads are specifically designed to control odour, as urine can be smelly and you do not want that smell to leak out so you or anyone else can smell it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads often include odour-neutralising agents or fragrances to mask any odours and maintain freshness so you can wear them for a long time before you need to change them, especially if you\u2019re away from home and you\u2019re not sure where the nearest toilet is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The beads in TENA pads prevent the development of ammonia, so that bacteria doesn\u2019t grow and the pads stay feeling fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Period pads are usually not as heavily scented or odour-controlling, as menstrual blood doesn’t produce as strong a smell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Discretion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBoth period pads and incontinence pads come in a variety of sizes and shapes to match up with different needs and preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads are generally designed to be more discreet, with a thinner pad and less noticeable designs. You can also get disposable underwear with incontinence pads built in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better comfort for your skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIncontinence pads often wick away moisture from your skin, so it does not pool in one spot. This helps keep the skin dry and prevent irritation or infection.
In fact, TENA pads<\/a> can help keep your skin dry for up to 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you want to add an extra layer of protection for your skin, you can use ointment to act as a skin barrier, which is the same stuff you get to protect a baby\u2019s bottom from nappy rash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So if you are experiencing bladder leaks, watch the video to find out 8 ways to handle bladder leaks after you\u2019ve given birth<\/a>, and what you can do to fix the problem and feel like you again.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHere’s a summary table of the key differences between period pads and incontinence pads<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads are specifically designed to control odour, as urine can be smelly and you do not want that smell to leak out so you or anyone else can smell it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads often include odour-neutralising agents or fragrances to mask any odours and maintain freshness so you can wear them for a long time before you need to change them, especially if you\u2019re away from home and you\u2019re not sure where the nearest toilet is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The beads in TENA pads prevent the development of ammonia, so that bacteria doesn\u2019t grow and the pads stay feeling fresh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Period pads are usually not as heavily scented or odour-controlling, as menstrual blood doesn’t produce as strong a smell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Discretion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBoth period pads and incontinence pads come in a variety of sizes and shapes to match up with different needs and preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads are generally designed to be more discreet, with a thinner pad and less noticeable designs. You can also get disposable underwear with incontinence pads built in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Better comfort for your skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIncontinence pads often wick away moisture from your skin, so it does not pool in one spot. This helps keep the skin dry and prevent irritation or infection.
In fact, TENA pads<\/a> can help keep your skin dry for up to 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you want to add an extra layer of protection for your skin, you can use ointment to act as a skin barrier, which is the same stuff you get to protect a baby\u2019s bottom from nappy rash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So if you are experiencing bladder leaks, watch the video to find out 8 ways to handle bladder leaks after you\u2019ve given birth<\/a>, and what you can do to fix the problem and feel like you again.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHere’s a summary table of the key differences between period pads and incontinence pads<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Incontinence pads often wick away moisture from your skin, so it does not pool in one spot. This helps keep the skin dry and prevent irritation or infection. If you want to add an extra layer of protection for your skin, you can use ointment to act as a skin barrier, which is the same stuff you get to protect a baby\u2019s bottom from nappy rash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So if you are experiencing bladder leaks, watch the video to find out 8 ways to handle bladder leaks after you\u2019ve given birth<\/a>, and what you can do to fix the problem and feel like you again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here’s a summary table of the key differences between period pads and incontinence pads<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In fact, TENA pads<\/a> can help keep your skin dry for up to 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n