I am a massive fan of anything that reduces waste (and makes my life easier) so I jumped at the chance to try out Wuka briefs. It was also recently announced that period underwear would be exempt from VAT making it even more affordable for all – hurrah!

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Who are Wuka?

WUKA was founded back in 2017 it is a female-led start up, making the UK’s first ever reusable and leak-proof period wear.

They chose the name WUKA which stands for Wake Up Kick Ass, because they believe you shouldn’t allow anything to hold you back, especially your period!

The WUKA Promise

WUKA is Body Positive & Sustainable which touches and guides everything we do, make and say.

Eco-friendly products & business practices.
Less waste. From our packaging to our products.
Leak free periods.
Super comfortable. 
Source : https://wuka.co.uk/pages/about

My Order

My order arrived in lovely pink tissue paper with this postcard inside which is a nice touch! The outer packaging is also branded, which although no bother to me I know can put some people off. So it’s worth a mention so you are aware!

I got 2 pairs – WUKA Ultimate™ Midi Brief – Medium Flow and one of the newer designs WUKA Stretch Seamless Midi Brief Heavy.

Both pairs are super comfy and stretchy I also found them to be less bulky that some of the others I have tried previously.

WUKA Stretch Seamless Midi Brief Heavy – RRP £16.99

What the website says about this pair;

“WUKA Stretch™ period pants are the World’s First full brief, Seamless Multi-Size period pants designed to fit every body size and offer maximum period protection. Choose from two ‘multi-size’ pants: Size 1 (XS-L) or Size 2 (XL-4XL).

Key features:
Stretch™ Microfiber Technology – Sculpts To Fit All Body Shapes
Super Absorbent Gusset- Full Coverage, Perfect For Heavy Flow Days.
Seamless Construction – Figure Flattering Fabric, No VPL.
Soft, Breathable Cotton – Kind To Skin, Hypoallergenic
Leak-Proof Protection – Up To 12hr Wear.
Reusable – Eco-Friendly Period Care.

Perfect for bloating, post-birth and changing body sizes, WUKA Stretch™ seamless multi-size period pants are flexible, comfortable and offer maximum security during your period. No cutting or digging in, these body contouring period pants hug in all the right places whilst protecting against leaks.“

They are available in 2 sizes, either XS-L or XL-4XL. I got the larger of the 2 and as a size 12/14 I probably could have got away with the smaller ones. I’m not convinced they would stretch to a 4Xl without being completely see through but they were comfortable enough.

WUKA Ultimate™ Midi Brief – Medium Flow – RRP £24.99

What the website says about this pair

WUKA Ultimate™️ Midi Brief Medium Flow is your complete tampon and pad replacement. Eco-friendly and luxurious Tencel™️ fabric with a super absorbent hi-tech fabric and moisture barrier making it period proof. Carbon neutral fabric made in Austria. 

Flow: 15ml = 3 tampons or 2 day pads
Good for: Moderate periods, light bladder leaks. You know your flow best.
Better for you: Every WUKA replaces 200 disposables in its lifetime, save money and the planet. TENCEL certified modal.

These were my favourite pair, super stretchy and comfortable. I wore them to run my 5k and they were so much more comfortable than using pads. I will definitely get some more pairs of these!

What I recommend WUKA?

Absolutely! I think everyone should try period pants, they are also great for bladder weakness especially for us run/joggers!

Grab £5 off your first order here : WUKA

ChrissyJ xxx

Period Underwear FAQ

Do period pants / underwear need to be hand washed?

No (although you can if you want of course!) you can wash them ar 30° (some can also be washed at 40°) Just make sure you follow the washing instructions on the label.

How long do period pants / underwear last?

This will depend on how often you use them and how well you care for them. Wuka briefs can replace up to 200 disposable sanitary products. I have found most of mine have lasted around a year with multiple washes during each cycle.