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At Always, we understand that you want to know what is in the products, you use every day. That’s why we are committed to providing you with the information you need, to choose the product that is right for you.

Our Always pads and liners are made from materials, designed to provide great comfort and protection. Please see below for a full explanation of the composition of our products and the purpose that each component plays.

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Every woman wants what’s best for her body, and when there’s a question about safety, we take that concern very seriously. We have the highest quality and safety standards in the industry.

1. __Components selection__
 All our components and ingredients are rigorously selected, evaluated, and meet or exceed the requirements of applicable European (e.g. REACH, cosmetic regulation, in so far applicable) and French regulations. Over 1,800 quality tests are carried out on pad materials before they are used in pads.

2. __Independent certification__
 Our Always® pad portfolio of products has been accredited since 2016 by Skin Health Alliance confirming that our products have met a thorough set of skin safety requirements.

3. __Independent testing__
 Independent laboratories conduct over 20,000 tests on our pads and their components every year.

Galab is an independent European laboratory, recognised for their high quality tests. The results confirm the absence of harmful substances and more precisely of phthalates.

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All Always products meet rigorous safety and effectiveness standards, regardless of what they are made of. Always pads are designed to provide high levels of protection and comfort. The materials used in our pads better enables us to deliver these performance needs.
For more information on the components see below.


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Yes, our pads and liners are safe and are used safely by millions of women, every day. Your safety is at the centre of everything we do and so our products are rigorously tested, including assessments by independent experts such as physicians, university scientists, and health authorities. Over 1800 quality tests are carried out on pad materials during manufacture before use. Over 20,000 tests are carried out on our pads and their components by independent laboratories every year. Furthermore, Always (Always Ultra, Always Night, Always Sensitive) have been awarded Skin Health Alliance ‘Dermatologically Accredited’ approval.

Are Always products safe?

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No, Always Sensitive Essentials pads are purified by a totally chlorine free process, while the rest of our pads are purified using an elemental chlorine-free purification process. Both processes are equally safe.

Is there chlorine bleach in pads?

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Make sure you use the size best adapted to your shape and flow. For additional leakage protection, try a higher size and consider changing your sanitary towel more frequently. Sanitary towels with wings provide a closer fit to you knickers that not only helps keep the pad in place but also keeps it closer to your body’s shape further reducing the risk of leakage. Check out our product recommender to find the best product for your need

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__1-2 Topsheet and secondary topsheet__
 Soft top layer and secondary layer made of synthetic materials similar to those used in garments and in underwear. These synthetic materials are used to quickly channel the liquids into the absorbent core and keep your skin dry.

__3 Absorbent core__
 Flexible core made from absorbent cellulose. In a different thinner form, this material is used in different items such as tea bags & everyday garments. This absorbent material has been used in pads since 1920s. The flexible core is wrapped in a thin synthetic layer to keep it together with absorbent gel pearls added to the core, to improve the absorbency.

__4 Odour Neutralizing Technology__
 Our Odour Neutralizing Technology is an exclusive material that contains selected components with a light scent similar to perfume. It is applied to the bottom of the absorbent core layer; thus optimized to mask and neutralize malodour in pads.

__5 Backsheet__
 Moisture proof back layer made from synthetic materials to keep the fluid inside.

__6 Adhesives__
 Adhesive is used to ensure the pad adheres to panty.

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Rest assured, our science-based assessment process works to ensure the safety of the women who use our products. Only the products and the materials that meet science-based safety standards can go to market. Further, we share our assessments with scientists, health care providers and authoritative bodies to assure that our products can be used safely. For more information about our safety process, check out this website.

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- Odour lock
- With side protection zones for improved leakage protection
- Absorbing core to give you extra protection throughout your day
- Securely stay in place
- Additional coverage compared to Always Daily Fresh
- Approved by dermatologists of Skin Health Alliance

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Always Daily Pantyliners are essential in every woman's bathroom and handbag. They provide daily freshness and protection, tailored to meet your specific needs. Our pantyliners offer a dry underwear feel every day. 

Always Daily Fresh Pantyliners are available in a variety of styles to match your needs. You can find pantyliners designed for different panty styles including thongs. These pantyliners are thin, light, and breathable, allowing you to forget you're wearing one. The edge-to-edge adhesive technology ensures that the liner stays securely in place, even as you move. Additionally, you have the option to choose between scented and unscented pantyliners. 

If you're looking for more protection, Always Daily Protect Liners lock in leaks and odours, ensuring you stay fresh throughout the day, while Always Daily Extra Protect Liners are the ideal solution for sensitive bladders.
Rely on Always Daily Pantyliners daily for comfort, protection, and freshness. Whatever your fancy, Always Daily has the perfect solution for you!

Always Daily Pantyliners are essential in every woman's bathroom and handbag.

How do Always Liners provide protection and freshness?

‘The Skin Health Alliance dermatological accreditation logo is a reassurance that products have met our thorough set of skin safety requirements. These requirements are not set by the manufacturer or brand, instead they have been agreed upon by our team of leading independent dermatologists and skin scientists.’ James Stalley, Executive Manager, Skin Health Alliance

For more info, you can check them out in the internet:

Skin Health Alliance website - [https://www.skinhealthalliance.org/](https://www.skinhealthalliance.org/)

and video about who they are/what they do: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NA-lr0UMxC4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NA-lr0UMxC4)

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In their own words: “The Skin Health Alliance awards professional dermatological accreditation to products, services and brands around the world.

We help consumers feel confident in their choices by reassuring them products have been independently verified as skin safe.

We’re also proud to support a range of skin charities and good causes through our work.”

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Always (Always Ultra, Always Night, Always Sensitive) have been awarded Skin Health Alliance ‘Dermatologically Accredited’ approval.


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Always Daily Protect Pantyliners are longer, larger and slightly thicker vs. the Daily Fresh Pantyliners. They have side protection zones for improved leakage protection. They provide increased protection for irregular and light days periods or for any light losses.

When to use Daily Protect Pantyliners?

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Always Daily pantyliners come in different lengths and absorbencies.
For vaginal discharge and pre/post period days, Daily Fresh Pantyliners will give you the best balance of comfort and protection. 
For light period days or irregular days and stronger protection needs, Daily Protect pantyliners will be the ideal product.
For light urinary incontinence, try Daily Extra Protect Pantyliners. Check the detailed product descriptions for more details.

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The Skin Health Alliance dermatological accreditation involves a scientific review of a product’s research and data regarding its ingredients, clinical trials data and proof of efficacy. This scientific review is performed by a team of independent dermatologists.

- __Science Based:__ The scientific review by a team of independent dermatologists reassures consumers that there is thorough and credible science behind a product and that claims are based on scientific evidence.

- __Skin Safe:__ Provides consumers with confidence that a product has been verified as skin safe by leading dermatologists and skin experts.

- __Efficacious:__ Consumers know that any claims of effectiveness made by a product have also undergone independent scientific review.

- __Responsible:__ The Skin Health Alliance ensure that a product is not harmful to the environment at any stage of its development, manufacture or disposal so that consumers know they are making a responsible choice.

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All Always products meet rigorous safety and effectiveness standards, regardless of what they are made of. Always pantyliners are designed to provide high levels of protection and comfort. The materials used in our pantyliners better enables us to deliver these performance needs.

Why aren’t your pantyliners made of 100% cotton?

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What about days that I don’t have my period?

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