Women's Chaser Padded Running Bra vs Women's Air Tech Performance Brief Panties 6-Pack: which is safer?

These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.

Brooks Women's Chaser Padded Running Bra

Brooks

Women's Chaser Padded Running Bra

PFAS grade

D 65/100

Overall grade

F 53/100

Verdict

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Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

nylon, polyester, elastane blend

Confidence

72%

PossibleElastane (spandex) degradation and microfiber release

PossibleAntimony in polyester

PossibleFragrance and dye allergens (contact dermatitis)

Reebok Women's Air Tech Performance Brief Panties 6-Pack

Reebok

Women's Air Tech Performance Brief Panties 6-Pack

PFAS grade

D 65/100

Overall grade

F 53/100

Verdict

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Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

nylon, spandex, cotton blend

Confidence

72%

PossibleFormaldehyde resins in fabric finishing

PossibleAzo dyes

PossibleElastomer degradation (spandex breakdown)

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