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Aisle Pads Review – The Best Reusable Cloth Pads

A sustainable period can be achieved in many ways, but my favorite is through cloth pads. I’ve tried multiple brands. Spoiler alert: this Aisle pads review is my favorite.

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About Aisle

This is a revolutionary Period Aisle. B Corps Certified since 2012, Aisle creates ethically-made sustainable menstrual products. Co-ounder Madeleine Shaw has been making and selling cloth pads and period underwear since 1993. Then in 1999, she teamed up with Suzanne Siemens to co-found Lunapads, a legendary and groundbreaking menstrual care company. Now, Aisle is the culmination of their prior work and experience and the brand is leading the way in 21st century sustainable menstrual care. Aisle is redefining the period aisle!

Price Range | $16-$22 per pad
Size Range | Mini Pad (8″ x 2.75″), Maxi Pad (10″ x 3″), Super Pad (13″ x 3.5″)
Color Options | Rust, Blue, and Black
Material | Technical Cotton, Recycled Polyester
Lab Results | Each pad will absorb up to 4 junior tampons worth of fluid

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Aisle Pads Review & Ratings

My Aisle Reusable Menstrual Pad Review

Over the past 6 months, I have been reviewing three different brands of reusable cloth menstrual pads. Here are my thoughts about Aisle pads:

The aisle period products are brightly colored with beautiful patterns, and the aesthetic of their entire brand is just pretty! While that’s great, it wouldn’t matter if they didn’t do their job. My opinion is that they do the job SO WELL!

I have always found more comfort in pads with extra protection, so naturally, the Aisle Super Pads (13″) are my favorite. Leaking is a problem for me, and the Super size pads by Aisle prevent leaks most of the time (90% of the time) for me. The only time that the coverage and protection are questionable is sometimes on my super heavy days which last about two days. On those days, it is important to change pads more frequently. Thus, it is great to have a large stash of pads, or to wash them very frequently during your cycle.


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Speaking of purchasing them, buying reusable cloth pads is an investment. They have a higher upfront cost, but over time, they are cheaper than buying disposable menstrual products. The investment isn’t just personal and for health reasons – it benefits the planet, as well, by wasting less natural resources.

Lastly, let’s talk about pad wings. From what I’ve seen during my research, all washable cloth pads have “wings.” The wings on Aisle pads and other are necessary to secure the pad around underwear. Due to there being no adhesive backing, the snaps on the wings help keep the reusable pad in place. Because of the built-in wings, cloth pads inherently provide extra coverage from leaks. Indeed, cloth pads have so many amazing qualities!

How I Rate The Aisle Reusable Menstrual Pads:

Price★★★★☆
Varying Sizes ★★★★★
Ease to Wear★★★★★
Comfort★★★★★
Absorbency★★★★★
Durability★★★★★
Ease of Cleaning★★★★☆
Sustainability★★★★☆

More Aisle Period Products:

The Aisle team didn’t stop at reusable pads. In addition to pads, they also offer other period products and accessories:

  • Liners
  • Period Underwear (hipsters, thongs, briefs, bikinis, and boxer briefs)
  • Menstrual Cups
  • Stain Eraser
  • Waterproof Carry Bags

My period stats:

Here is some information about me. Hopefully it will be helpful when judging if this Aisle pads review is helpful for you!

About me:
Height – 5’2″
Weight – 105 pounds
Hip – 34″-35″
General Size – Small to Medium
Preferred Menstrual Products – I only wear pads – I do not wear tampons or menstrual cups. I’m looking forward to trying period underwear.
Flow – Light to Heavy
Changing Frequency – 3-6 times per day
Favorite Aisle Pad – Super Pad for heavy days, Maxi Pad for normal and light days


Aisle Pads Review Wrap Up

I am very pleased with my Aisle pads. Moreover, they have easily become my favorite reusable cloth pads. If I could go back to the day I purchased all of the pads that I wanted to test out, my “period wardrobe” would be comprised of at least 75% of Aisle Super Pads. When selecting the reusable menstrual care products that work best for you, I hope that this review helps you!


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