Security Maxi Pads (Regular, 36-Count)
36-count regular maxi pads. U by Kotex is one of the most popular feminine care 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.
This is a rating of this specific product only — not the company. Other products from this brand may score differently.
Last updated: April 6, 2026
Conventional tampons and pads are made from conventionally grown cotton (one of the most pesticide-intensive crops) and synthetic materials. The vaginal mucosa is highly absorptive. PFAS, dioxins from chlorine bleaching, and pesticide residues in conventional feminine care products are absorbed directly into the bloodstream.
Why We Rated It This Way
Kotex pads use synthetic materials with no organic certification and no published PFAS testing. For a product in direct contact with sensitive tissue, the lack of chemical transparency is a significant concern.
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