Girls' Cotton Underwear (10-Pack)
10-pack conventional cotton girls' underwear. Hanes is one of the most popular children's underwear brands in the US.
How scores are calculated
Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.
Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?
Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?
Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.
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Last updated: April 6, 2026
Children's underwear is worn against the most sensitive skin for 12+ hours per day. Synthetic fabrics (polyester, nylon) and conventional cotton contain pesticide residues, synthetic dyes, and chemical finishes that absorb through genital skin — one of the most absorptive areas of the body. Organic cotton underwear is the single most impactful swap for children's chemical exposure.
Why We Rated It This Way
Hanes uses conventional (non-organic) cotton — which contains pesticide residues. Children's underwear is worn against the most sensitive skin for 12+ hours per day. Organic cotton alternatives are available at similar price points.
Chemical & Health Analysis
Each chemical of concern is broken down below — what it is, where it comes from in this product, what it does to the body, and who is most at risk.
pesticide residues
Pesticide residues in conventional cotton underwear
Endocrine disruption from pesticide absorption through genital skin
All health claims are based on published, peer-reviewed research from the NIH, WHO, IARC, and peer-reviewed journals. This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.
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