My name is Danielle, I am a mother of two, a son and a daughter. This is my story on how I created the perfect period panties for girls and women. I started my company called Confidence Woman for my daughter who turned 11 years old and had her first period three months later. Completely unprepared for this we ran to the different stores to buy menstrual products. Having not shopped around in this section for many years, I realized that not much had changed since I was 12 years old. How disappointed I was to buy my daughter the same impractical and unsustainable menstrual products I bought myself all those years ago. The only difference was that Pads now have wings. I became aware of period panties in the USA and ordered a few pairs. I bought different brands and my daughter tried them out. The concept was great, but most failed hopelessly. Most did not look feminine and all leaked. I spent the next few months designing and experimenting with new materials. I chopped and changed the fabrics, changed the design function, and had specially developed new proprietary material. The results were amazing. Over the next year, we experimented with our period panties with young girls and women of all shapes and sizes. We are delighted to have created an aesthetically appealing, beautifully designed, comfortable, and fully functional leakproof period panty. When I realized just how life-changing these panties were, I decided I have to help more young girls and women. Menstrual products are an expensive monthly cost, with reusable Confidence Period Panties” girls and women can go to school and work knowing that their period panties have them covered. Just like that, Confidence Period Panties was born!
Confidence Period Panties are specialized leak-proof, reusable panties for women and girls to wear during their period. They have a patented design with four layers of absorbent materials to help with those heavy to light flow days. They are made with more coverage from the front to the back, the layered center extends all the way to the back waistband to provide additional protection.
The quality cotton material looks and feels like normal panties except has built-in specialized fabrics that ensures no leaks get through. Each pair of panties are stain-free, super-absorbent and high-quality.
Confidence Period Panties can absorb the equivalent of three tampons worth and can be washed and reused resulting in less sanitary products ending up in landfills.
Confidence Period Panties are designed and scientifically developed to be the best in the market category. We have proudly registered the design and have provisional patents in place in South Africa, USA, Europe and the UK. We believe we have significantly improved on functionality through advanced material quality, absorbency, comfort and longer lifespan compared to what has been offered prior to this.
Your period does not have to be an inconvenience. With Confidence Period Panties, you can still play sports, dance, gym, enjoy parties and sleepovers and have more confidence while you go about having fun.
Confidence Incontinence Panties are the latest development in incontinence hygiene products. These reusable incontinence panties are a welcome change to the current disposable incontinence product range.
Our panties look and feel like normal panties.
With built-in specialised fabrics, a patented design, and 5 layers of absorbent materials, our panties are leak-proof and reusable.
The layered centre extends all the way to the back waistband to provide additional protection.
Confidence Incontinence Panties address all the safety concerns associated with disposable incontinence products, such as skin rashes, adhesive allergies and urinary tract infections. Our panties have no harsh chemicals and are the safer option for women.
Being hypoallergenic due to specialised fabric lining, they don’t cause infections or allergic reactions.
UNDERSTANDING OEKO-TEX® 100 CERTIFICATION AND WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU AS A CONSUMER
In the realm of sustainability and conscious consumerism, certifications play a vital role in assuring you of the safety and eco-friendliness of the products you purchase. One that has gained significant traction in recent years is the Oeko-Tex® Standard 100. Or brand is dedicated to creating innovative and sustainable period and leak-proof underwear, being Oeko-Tex® 100 certified on all our products represents a commitment to both quality and environmental responsibility.
What is Oeko-Tex® 100 Certification?
Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 is a Swiss, independent testing and certification system for textile products at all stages of production. Established in 1992 by the International Association for Research and Testing in the Field of Textile Ecology, Oeko-Tex® 100 sets strict criteria regarding the presence of harmful substances in textile products. These substances include chemicals that are known or suspected to be harmful to human health, such as carcinogens, allergens, heavy metals, formaldehyde, pesticides, flame retardants and many more.
The certification process involves comprehensive testing conducted by independent laboratories to ensure that textile products meet the specified criteria for different product categories. Only products that meet the stringent requirements of the Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 are awarded the certification.
Confidence’s Commitment to Oeko-Tex® 100 Certification
For Confidence, obtaining Oeko-Tex® 100 certification on all of our products signifies a dedication to providing customers with not only high-quality and effective apparel, but also products that are safe for both you and the environment. Oeko-Tex® extends across EVERY aspect of the production process, from the selection of fabrics to the treatments applied and the manufacturing facilities where the products are made. Each of these steps in the production process have all received their own Oeko-Tex® certification.
This attention to detail reflects our unwavering dedication to transparency and integrity in every step of the production process.
1. Choice of Materials:
We carefully select fabrics that meet the rigorous standards set by Oeko-Tex® 100. This means using materials that are free from harmful chemicals and substances, ensuring you can trust the safety of the products against you skin.
2. Dyeing Processes:
In addition to the materials themselves, we pay close attention to the dyeing processes used in the production of our underwear. By adhering to Oeko-Tex® 100 standards for dyeing and design, our products are free from potentially harmful dyes and chemicals, minimizing the environmental impact of the manufacturing process.
3. Treatments:
Our commitment to Oeko-Tex® 100 certification extends to any treatments applied to our fabrics. Whether it’s moisture-wicking treatments or antimicrobial finishes, we ensure that these treatments meet the stringent requirements for safety and environmental responsibility.
4. Manufacturing Facilities:
Equally important is the environment in which our products are manufactured. By choosing Oeko-Tex® 100 certified factories, we guarantees that our products are produced in facilities that adhere to the highest standards of safety and sustainability.
The Importance of Oeko-Tex® 100 Certification for you as a customer.
For consumers, Oeko-Tex® 100 certification provides peace of mind, knowing that the products you are purchasing have been tested and verified to be free from harmful substances. This is particularly crucial when it comes to intimate apparel like underwear, which comes into direct contact with the skin for extended periods.
By choosing Oeko-Tex® 100 certified products, you can be confident that you are making a safer and more environmentally conscious choice.
