Development of Intimate Hygiene Product

Abstract

Absorbent hygiene products like napkins, wipes, feminine hygiene products are life necessities. Since these products have direct contact with the skin, it concerns skin health. Nursing pads are one of the feminine hygiene products which are generally used by nursing mothers to prevent staining of clothing and decreases skin irritation caused by leaking of milk. The aim of this study is to design and develop a prototype of a durable multi-layered reusable nursing pad which also serves as a panty liner in a different shape. Natural fibers like kenaf, jute, hemp is blended with cotton in various proportions and are used as raw material for the production of absorbent layers. Water absorbency, air permeability, and handle properties of the developed convertible pad are tested and determined.