Incontinence Protection Products, ranked by PFAS safety

62 products graded A to F, safest first. 4 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

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The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.

AvoidF
Always Discreet Pads

Always Discreet

Always Discreet Pads

25/100 safety

Waterproof pads likely treated; PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.

Best pickC
Suprem Light Mini 220ml 12 Packs Per Carton

Lille

Suprem Light Mini 220ml 12 Packs Per Carton

70/100 safety

Lower concern. Standard pad materials rarely treated with PFAS.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Suprem Light Mini 220ml 12 Packs Per Carton

Lille

Suprem Light Mini 220ml 12 Packs Per Carton

absorbent core, cellulose, standard sanitary materials

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Standard pad materials rarely treated with PFAS.

Risky category by default

LILLE Suprem Form Maxi 2920ml

Lille

Suprem Form Maxi 2920ml

cellulose-based absorbent core, plastic backing

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern. Standard period pad without known PFAS risks.

Risky category by default

Suprem Form Regular Plus 1570ml 4 Packs Per Carton

Lille

Suprem Form Regular Plus 1570ml 4 Packs Per Carton

absorbent core (cellulose, SAP); outer layers typical nonwoven polypropylene

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Period pads pose minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

NorthShore Champion XD Washable

Northshore

Champion XD Washable

Absorbent core, outer fabric blend (likely cotton/polyester)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Washable period product, no known PFAS risk signals identified.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

TENA Serenity Bladder Control Pads

Serenity

TENA Serenity Bladder Control Pads

Nonwoven fiber blend with unspecified waterproof/absorbent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Incontinence pad with opaque waterproof layer; PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry Adult Diaper X-Large (XL) / 1 Diaper Sample

BetterDry

Adult Diaper X-Large (XL) / 1 Diaper Sample

Non-woven layers with waterproof backing, unknown treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Unclear waterproof layer composition; no brand disclosure on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri-Form Comfort Plastic-Backed Briefs

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-Form Comfort Plastic-Backed Briefs

plastic backing with moisture/wetness barrier

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Plastic-backed incontinence briefs; waterproof coating unspecified, PFAS risk unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

SCA Tena Serenity Heavy Pads

Serenity

SCA Tena Serenity Heavy Pads

cellulose core with plastic/nonwoven backing and waterproof layers

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

TENA Serenity Overnight Ultimate Pads

Serenity

TENA Serenity Overnight Ultimate Pads

cellulose, superabsorbent polymer, waterproof backing layer (unspecified)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Unspecified waterproof backing raises concern; no PFAS disclosure provided.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

TENA Serenity Overnight Pads

Serenity

TENA Serenity Overnight Pads

absorbent core, waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof backing materials and PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

SereneLife Disposable Underpads

Serenity

SereneLife Disposable Underpads

Cellulose/polymer blend with waterproof backing, coating unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating materials.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

TENA Serenity Ultra Thins Light Long Incontinence Pad

Serenity

TENA Serenity Ultra Thins Light Long Incontinence Pad

Cellulose core with synthetic polymer topsheet and water-resistant backing

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Incontinence pad with unspecified waterproof treatment; brand silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tena Serenity Incontinence Overnight Pads for Women | Incontinence Pads - 45 ct

Serenity

Tena Serenity Incontinence Overnight Pads for Women | Incontinence Pads - 45 ct

nonwoven layers, absorbent core, waterproof backing

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tena Thin Pads Moderate

Serenity

Tena Thin Pads Moderate

nonwoven layers, absorbent core, waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Waterproof backing composition undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry 10 Adult Diapers

BetterDry

10 Adult Diapers

Absorbent core with polymer film backing and fastening materials

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

No public PFAS disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry Day Adult Diapers

BetterDry

Day Adult Diapers

Absorbent core with unspecified waterproof backing/layers

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof layer composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry Overnight Maximum Pull-On Adult Diapers

BetterDry

Overnight Maximum Pull-On Adult Diapers

Non-woven cellulose/polymer core with unspecified waterproof coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry Day Adult Diapers w/ Plastic Backing - MD (29" to 43") | Sample

BetterDry

Day Adult Diapers w/ Plastic Backing - MD (29" to 43") | Sample

Plastic backing, absorbent core, unspecified waterproof treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip: plastic backing waterproofing source unknown, no PFAS disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry 8 PULL-ON - Adult Diapers, Large / 84 Diaper Case

BetterDry

8 PULL-ON - Adult Diapers, Large / 84 Diaper Case

Fluff pulp with absorbent core, polymer backing with waterproof treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Waterproof diaper backing likely treated with PFAS; no disclosure found.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry Adult Diapers, Package

BetterDry

Adult Diapers, Package

Cellulose core with waterproof polymeric backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Limited transparency on waterproof layer composition, skip if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BetterDry Overnight Adult Diapers w/ Plastic Backing - SM (21" to 31") | Sample

BetterDry

Overnight Adult Diapers w/ Plastic Backing - SM (21" to 31") | Sample

Plastic backing with unspecified waterproof coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until waterproof coating details are disclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Overnight Adult Booster Pads

Rearz

Overnight Adult Booster Pads

Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer, coating unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until waterproof coating is publicly disclosed or tested.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rearz - Overnight Booster Pads - Lightly Scented 1 Booster Pad

Rearz

Overnight Booster Pads - Lightly Scented 1 Booster Pad

Absorbent core, waterproof backing (unspecified polymer coating)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip pending waterproof treatment disclosure from Rearz.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rearz - Overnight Booster Pads Sample Pack

Rearz

Overnight Booster Pads Sample Pack

Absorbent core, waterproof backing layer (unspecified polymer)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Unknown waterproof backing; skip until brand discloses materials.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rearz Ultimate Printed Mixed Pack

Rearz

Ultimate Printed Mixed Pack

cellulose/SAP core, plastic backsheet, waterproof layers

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Skip. Waterproof period pads use undisclosed hydrophobic coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rearz Princess Pink Nighttime Adult Overnight Waterproof DL Night Diaper Cover

Rearz

Princess Pink Nighttime Adult Overnight Waterproof DL Night Diaper Cover

fabric with waterproof coating, unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS5 flags

Skip. Waterproof coating unspecified, PFAS risk unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rearz Overnight Booster Pads Case

Rearz

Overnight Booster Pads Case

cellulose/synthetic absorbent core with waterproof backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Unknown waterproof treatment; PFAS risk unclear without material disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rearz Bamboo Night Booster Pads 1 Booster Pad

Rearz

Bamboo Night Booster Pads 1 Booster Pad

bamboo viscose with waterproof backing layer, composition unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Waterproof period pads often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments; brand silent on materials.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rearz Inspire+ Nighttime Adult Diapers

Rearz

Inspire+ Nighttime Adult Diapers

Absorbent core, outer plastic film with likely water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

High PFAS risk from waterproof coating; brand silent on contents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Lille Suprem Light Super Form Super Plus Large Shaped Pads

Lille

Suprem Light Super Form Super Plus Large Shaped Pads

cellulose core, unspecified waterproof/moisture-barrier coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Lilform Disposable Supreme Shaped Pads

Lille

Lilform Disposable Supreme Shaped Pads

cellulose core with polymer coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Waterproof coating likely, but brand silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Unisex Full Incontinence Pad

Lille

Unisex Full Incontinence Pad

absorbent core, synthetic layers, waterproof backing (composition unspecified)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

TENA Intimates Moderate Bladder Control Pad

Lille

TENA Intimates Moderate Bladder Control Pad

Cellulose, nonwoven synthetic fibers, waterproof backing coating (unspecified)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Waterproof coating unspecified; moderate concern until disclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Poise Bladder Control Pad

Lille

Poise Bladder Control Pad

absorbent core with waterproof backing layer, unspecified polymer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Waterproof backing raises PFAS concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri-San Premium Shaped Incontinence Pad

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-San Premium Shaped Incontinence Pad

Cellulose, superabsorbent polymer, waterproof backing coating unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Waterproof backing material unspecified; PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri- San Premium 1 Bladder Control Pad

Abri-Form

Abena Abri- San Premium 1 Bladder Control Pad

Absorbent core with polymer backing and waterproof coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri-San Premium Incontinence Pads

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-San Premium Incontinence Pads

Cellulose core with synthetic absorbent polymers and unknown waterproof/moisture-barrier coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS5 flags

Incontinence pads likely contain water-resistant coatings; brand silent on PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri-San Incontinence Pads

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-San Incontinence Pads

cellulose core, polymer backing with unspecified waterproof/moisture-barrier coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

No PFAS disclosure. Waterproof layer composition unclear; caution warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri-Form Comfort

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-Form Comfort

Absorbent core with waterproof back layer, coating unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri-Let Fluff Pads

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-Let Fluff Pads

fluff pulp, cellulose, water-absorbent core with unspecified wetness barrier

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Typical incontinence pad, no known PFAS issues but unverified waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Abena Abri-San Premium Bladder Control Pad

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-San Premium Bladder Control Pad

cellulose, SAP, adhesive, unspecified waterproof backing

F
F · High PFAS

Incontinence pad with unspecified waterproof treatment; PFAS risk unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

SENI Lady Ultimate Protection Pads

Seni

Lady Ultimate Protection Pads

Absorbent core, cellulose, waterproof backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Period pads likely contain waterproof polymer backing, PFAS risk unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Always Discreet Heavy Incontinence Pads

Always Discreet

Heavy Incontinence Pads

cellulose core, synthetic polymer layers, waterproof backing

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Unknown waterproof coating composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Prevail Daily Pads Overnight Bladder Control Pad

Prevail

Daily Pads Overnight Bladder Control Pad

nonwoven, superabsorbent polymer, waterproof backing (composition unspecified)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Unknown waterproof coating composition; skip until clarified.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Prevail Daily Pads Maximum Bladder Control Pad

Prevail

Daily Pads Maximum Bladder Control Pad

absorbent core, waterproof backing layer, unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Prevail Daily Pads Bladder Control Pad

Prevail

Daily Pads Bladder Control Pad

nonwoven polypropylene core, waterproofing unknown

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Unconfirmed waterproofing raises concern; no PFAS transparency from brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

First Quality Prevail Daily Pads Moderate Bladder Control Pad

Prevail

First Quality Prevail Daily Pads Moderate Bladder Control Pad

nonwoven, absorbent core, waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Incontinence pad with unknown waterproof coating; PFAS status unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Prevail Incontinence Bladder Control Pads, Regular, Overnight Absorbency, Case of 120

Prevail

Incontinence Bladder Control Pads, Regular, Overnight Absorbency, Case of 120

cellulose, superabsorbent polymer, waterproof backing (unspecified)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Incontinence pad with waterproof layer; PFAS use in backing uncertain, brand silent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bladder Control Prevail Pads

Prevail

Bladder Control Prevail Pads

absorbent core with synthetic waterproof backing layer, unspecified coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof backing composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Prevail Bladder Control Moderate Pad

Prevail

Bladder Control Moderate Pad

Absorbent core, polymer backing, waterproof layer unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huggies DryNites Disposable Bed Mats

Huggies Little Snooze

Huggies DryNites Disposable Bed Mats

Polyethylene core with waterproof backing coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating chemistry clearly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huggies DryNites Bed Mats

Huggies Little Snooze

Huggies DryNites Bed Mats

Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Waterproof bed mat; PFAS risk unclear, no brand disclosure available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huggies DryNites Bed Mats 7 Pack

Huggies Little Snooze

Huggies DryNites Bed Mats 7 Pack

nonwoven fabric with waterproof backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Unclear PFAS risk; waterproof bed mats often use fluorochemical water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huggies DryNites Bed Mats Disposable Bed Protection 12 Pack

Huggies Little Snooze

Huggies DryNites Bed Mats Disposable Bed Protection 12 Pack

Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer, composition unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Waterproof disposable bedding; composition opaque, no PFAS claims made.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Seni Man Active Light Guards

Seni

Man Active Light Guards

absorbent core with waterproof backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Incontinence pad; waterproof backing suggests PFAS risk, no disclosure available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Seni Booster Pad

Seni

Booster Pad

cellulose/SAP core with waterproof backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Unknown waterproofing coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Seni Lady Moderate

Seni

Lady Moderate

cellulose, superabsorbent polymer, nonwoven layers with water-resistant backing

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Incontinence pad with water-resistant backing, PFAS risk unclear from public data.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

TENA Serenity Overnight Ultimate Pads

Seni

TENA Serenity Overnight Ultimate Pads

cellulose/polymer blend with waterproof coating, unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until coating materials fully disclosed by Seni.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Seni Shaped Day Pads Incontinence Liner

Seni

Shaped Day Pads Incontinence Liner

Cellulose/plastic core with unspecified waterproof coating layer

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

NorthShore EternaDry Booster Pads with Adhesive, X-Large, Pack/12

Northshore

EternaDry Booster Pads with Adhesive, X-Large, Pack/12

absorbent core, adhesive backing with water-resistant treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Unknown waterproofing agent; brand silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Always Discreet Moderate Absorbency Incontinence Pads, 198 ct, Size: Regular

Always Discreet

Moderate Absorbency Incontinence Pads, 198 ct, Size: Regular

cellulose, absorbent core, waterproof backing coating unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Incontinence pads commonly use PFAS-laden waterproof coatings; brand silent on composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Always Discreet Pads

Always Discreet

Always Discreet Pads

absorbent core with waterproof backing layer

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Waterproof pads likely treated; PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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