India, June 10 -- Period underwear is a reusable, comfortable, and environmentally friendly option for managing menstrual flow, and its uptake is rapidly increasing amongst today's conscious and savvy consumers. Washing and maintenance require some getting used to initially. Still, once it becomes a routine, most people can manage without much hassle.

Smita B Kalappa, an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Apollo Clinic, Bengaluru, shares key factors to choose the right period underwear.

Period underwear is usually made of breathable fabrics like cotton or bamboo and features multiple layers with technology that locks fluid away from the skin, helping maintain dryness. They also have antimicrobial properties that prevent odour buildup and...