Why so many women are quietly switching from disposable pads to reusable underwear
After years of disposable pads, one 61-year-old shares what finally made everyday life feel normal again.
I dealt with bladder leaks for six years, and for most of that time I assumed the leaking itself was my only problem. What I didn't realise was how much the disposable pads I wore every single day were shaping the rest of my life.
It started gradually after menopause — a little leak when I coughed or stood up too quickly. Like a lot of women, I assumed it was just something to accept. My doctor gave me some pelvic-floor exercises and sent me on my way. Within a year I was going through three or four disposable pads a day and planning my errands around where the nearest bathroom was.
The part nobody warned me about
What bothered me most wasn't the leaking — it was the daily discomfort. By the end of most days my skin felt irritated and raw, and I'd just accepted it as part of getting older. I tried every kind of pad on the shelf: thin ones, thick ones, the expensive "sensitive skin" ones. The end-of-day discomfort stayed the same.
One night I started reading about what disposable products are actually made of, and I decided I simply wanted something gentler against my skin — natural materials instead of plastic and synthetic layers. That was the moment I decided to look for a different approach.
I'd stopped asking "how do I stop the leaking" and started asking "how do I live with it comfortably, without it running my whole day."
What changed for me
A woman in an online group I'd joined mentioned reusable leak-proof underwear made specifically for incontinence — not period underwear. I was sceptical. I'd been burned before by products that soaked through in an hour. But she explained it was a two-piece system: soft underwear plus snap-in reusable liners you add depending on the day.
The brand was called Fluxe & Co. Each pair is made from soft, breathable fabric, with reusable liners that snap in for extra protection. I ordered a first set expecting to be disappointed again.
Instead, they genuinely felt like normal cotton underwear — soft and breathable, nothing bulky or medical. The first day I had a real leak, I stayed dry and comfortable. And within a couple of weeks, the everyday irritation I'd lived with for years had calmed right down. My skin simply felt better.
They haven't made my incontinence disappear — nothing did that. But they've made me stop thinking about it all day. And after years of discomfort, that alone gave me a big part of my life back.
If you've been managing leaks with disposables and quietly putting up with the discomfort, it's worth understanding how this kind of reusable system actually works before you decide. Here's a clear breakdown.
How the Fluxe & Co underwear and reusable liners actually works
A plain-English look at the two-piece system Margaret switched to.
1 It adjusts to every day — light or heavy
It isn't one product, it's two that work together, so the protection scales to your day.
- Leak-proof underwear — soft, breathable and comfortable, no plastic backing.
- Snap-in reusable liners — add extra protection exactly where you need it.
- Just the underwear at home · one liner out and about · two or more for nights.
You swap only the liner — the underwear stays on. No spare pads crammed in your purse.
2 Natural materials against your skin
Built around a soft 4-layer leak-lock system with an antimicrobial lining that wicks moisture away from your skin. No plastic backing trapping heat, no fragrance — just a clean, breathable, comfortable feel.
3 Comfortable enough to forget you're wearing it
Many women tell us the same thing: swapping synthetic plastic for soft, breathable fabric simply feels better day to day, with far less of the end-of-day irritation disposables can cause.
"They feel like normal underwear but with real protection. So much more comfortable than what I used before."
4 Change discreetly, anywhere
The set comes with a waterproof wet bag that looks like a small cosmetics pouch. Out and about, you swap just the reusable liner in seconds — used one in the bag, fresh one in. No crinkling plastic, no bulky disposable in your handbag.
Get your Fluxe & Co protection
No bundle needed — add the underwear and the liners to your cart separately.
100% Leak-Proof Underwear (Beige)
Reusable Leak-Protection Liners
5 Washes with your regular laundry
- Rinse in cold water (optional), pop them in the included mesh bag.
- Machine wash with your normal load, hang to dry — they dry fast.
- No hand-washing, no special detergent, no fuss.
6 Wear the clothes you've been avoiding
Available in elegant beige and classic black. The beige is invisible under light fabrics — no lines, no bulk, no telltale padding. Light and breathable enough for summer heat or long trips.
"I wore them under fitted jeans and my daughter had no idea. Thin but powerful — look and feel like regular underwear."
7 A one-time buy instead of a monthly spend
Disposable pads add up to roughly $360–$480 a year — before you count creams, ruined underwear and extra trips to the store. Buying the underwear and liners once — instead of disposables every month — pays for itself fast and lasts for years (250+ washes). Less waste, too.
8 90-day risk-free guarantee
Try Fluxe & Co at home risk-free for 90 days. If it's not right for you, you're covered by our 90-day risk-free guarantee — a pressure-free way to find your fit.
9 Already loved by women across the country
Over 1,000 women have switched from disposable pads to the Fluxe & Co underwear and reusable liners — for work, long flights, visits to grandchildren, and sleeping through the night. The most common thing they say afterward: "I wish I'd found this sooner."
Made by Fluxe & Co
That's exactly why Fluxe And Co was created — by a woman who dealt with leaks for 12 years, together with a materials lab — to finally put this fabric into underwear that actually works.
Get your Fluxe & Co protection
No bundle needed — add the underwear and the liners to your cart separately.
100% Leak-Proof Underwear (Beige)
Reusable Leak-Protection Liners
More women sharing their experience
★★★★★ 4.8/5 (1,000+ verified reviews)
I was very skeptical. I'd tried “leak-proof” underwear before and they were useless. But my daughter kept pushing me because of the material they use inside. I didn't believe it, but I ordered anyway. And honestly? They actually work. 3 weeks now and not a single leak through.
What sold me was the material. I used to be a nurse, so I pay attention to what things are made of. When I saw what Fluxe And Co uses, I thought okay, this might actually be different. And it is.
My only complaint is they take a while to dry after washing. But that's it. No leaks, no odour. I just grabbed an extra pack so I always have clean ones ready.
I've spent hundreds on pads over the years. Hundreds. These cost more upfront but I've used the same pairs for 5 months now. Do the math. It's not even close.
They're good but not magic. If I have a really heavy episode I still feel a little dampness — but it doesn't leak through, and that's the difference. With pads it would've been down my leg.
They work. Not much else to say. I can finally go on my morning walks without that constant anxiety in the back of my head.
The sizing was a bit off — I ordered medium and had to exchange for large. But once I got the right size, they've been great. No leaks, no odour, and I don't feel like I'm wearing a diaper.
I wore these on a 4-hour car ride to visit my sister. Didn't have to stop once to check or change. That's never happened before.
I stopped going to my book club because I was terrified of an accident. Last week I finally went back — 3 hours sitting there, and nothing. No leaks, no smell, no worry. I almost cried in the car after.
I was worried about odour more than anything. With pads, by the end of the day I could smell myself and it was humiliating. These made a real difference there.
I used to make a checklist before leaving the house: pads, wipes, extra pants. Now I just wear these and actually enjoy being outside again thanks to Fluxe And Co.
I don't think about leaks every minute like I used to. Now I just put these on and go. They've made a big difference in my daily routine.
