Is Always PFAS-free?
Across 11 graded products, Always averages F (25/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Always
Daily Protect Multi-Style Regular Length Unscented Panty Liners (108 ct)
Nonwoven/cellulose core with adhesive and waterproof backing (coating unspecified)
Waterproof panty liners carry moderate PFAS concern; Always discloses nothing about coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Xtra Protection Long Daily Liners
nonwoven fibres with water-resistant topsheet coating (unspecified)
PFAS risk unclear; period-care liners typically use water-repellent coating coatings that may contain PFAS, Always has not disclosed ingredient specifics.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
xtra Protection Pantiliners
Nonwoven polypropylene backing with moisture barrier coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating chemistry, period-care absorbent barriers often use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
Infinity FlexFoam Pads
Absorbent core with unspecified waterproof backing layer
Skip until Always discloses waterproof layer composition; period products warrant transparency on PFAS-prone coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
Ultra Thin Super Pads
Cellulose/synthetic layers with undisclosed water-resistant treatment
Period pads inherently need water-repellency, Always discloses nothing about PFAS or treatment chemicals.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
Radiant Regular Pads With Wings
cellulose/SAP absorbent core with waterproof plastic backing
Lower concern but opaque, waterproof backing likely uses water-repellent coating, brand silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Ultra Thin Long Super Pads
Cellulose/rayon core with synthetic polymer backsheet and absorbent gels; waterproof layers likely water-repellent coating-treated
High-risk category; Always has not disclosed PFAS testing or commitment to avoid them.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
Infinity Flexfoam Pads with Wings
synthetic polymer core with water-resistant topsheet (composition unspecified)
Waterproof pads pose moderate PFAS concern; Always does not disclose coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
Ultra Thin Long Super Pads with Wings
cellulose/synthetic polymer core with waterproofing layer
Higher concern due to waterproof backing and no brand transparency; consider alternatives with explicit PFAS-free claims.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
Infinity Pads
Nonwoven absorbent core with polymer layers; waterproof backing composition not disclosed
Insufficient transparency on waterproof coating chemistry, skip until Always discloses or tests.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always
Ultra Thin Regular Pads
nonwoven cellulose/polyester blend with waterproof backing coating (unspecified)
Skip if concerned about PFAS in water-resistant coatings; limited transparency from brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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