Always Discreet Pads vs Suprem Light Mini 220ml 12 Packs Per Carton: which is safer?

Suprem Light Mini 220ml 12 Packs Per Carton is the clear pick. Always Discreet Pads carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.

Always Discreet

Always Discreet Pads

PFAS grade

F 25/100

Overall grade

F 0/100

Verdict

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Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

absorbent core with waterproof backing layer

Confidence

45%

LikelyPFAS in waterproof backing layer

PossibleFragrance allergens or irritants

PossibleAdhesive skin contact sensitization

Why this grade

Our pick

Lille

Suprem Light Mini 220ml 12 Packs Per Carton

PFAS grade

C 70/100

Overall grade

F 58/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

absorbent core, cellulose, standard sanitary materials

Confidence

72%

PossibleFragrance allergens and adhesive contact dermatitis

PossibleMicroplastic shedding from degradation

PossibleUndisclosed chemical additives (plasticizers, antimicrobials)

Why this gradeBuy

Both products run through the same public rubric: materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls, plus a beyond-PFAS hazard analysis. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab tests. How grades work →

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