Provided is a composite sheet material having a first layer and an airlaid nonwoven layer overlying the first layer wherein the airlaid nonwoven layer includes a blend of bamboo derived staple fibers and non-cellulose staple fibers, and in which the airlaid nonwoven layer includes a first surface disposed towards, and thermally bonded, to a surface of the first layer, and a second surface defining an outer surface of the composite sheet material.

A sanitary protective napkin has a backing panel having an overall length, a width and a thickness, in a first shape having an outer periphery, an absorbent pad joined to the backing panel by a first adhesive on one side of the backing panel, the absorbent pad having a second shape, leaving a region of a common width around the outer periphery of the backing panel, and a second adhesive compatible with human skin applied to the region of common width around the periphery of the backing panel on the same side of the backing panel as the absorbent pad, enabling a user to apply the sanitary napkin with no undergarment or other device for anchoring the sanitary napkin.

A feminine sanitary fold device that is constructed from a soft, flexible, and absorbent material is disclosed herein. The device can be used to absorb fluids related to menstruation in a sanitary and hygienic manner. The feminine sanitary fold device is composed of absorbent organic materials, and free of chemicals. The feminine sanitary fold device is distinctly shaped, generally conforming to the shape of a woman's vagina. In particular, the feminine sanitary fold is structured as a “fold” of material that is generally curved inward. Thus, the shape of the device is particularly adapted to allow the “fold” to be form-fitted to the inward curve of a woman's anatomy and rest comfortably at the vaginal opening, between the folds of vagina for secure and stable positioning during use.

The present disclosure provides improvements related to the following: (1) various materials for use in the external permeable wicking cover (outer bandage covering); (2) the placement of a shape retention element within an edge seam of the core wherein the shape retention element has rolled ends to prevent any sharp ends; and (3) various production improvements related to heat blooming of core for shape retention, continuous processing of the external covering and core, automatic cutting to length during production, vacuum hold for insertion of the core into the outer impermeable housing, and heat mold gluing/forming of the outer covering to the inner core.

The present disclosure provides a wristband apparatus having a plurality of high capacity absorbent pockets. Elastic bands and seams between the pockets maintain the structure of the wristband apparatus even when large amounts of fluid have been absorbed. Since large amounts of fluid can be absorbed, the wristband apparatus can double as an exercise weight which puts no strain on the wrist, is comfortable to wear, and which simultaneously cools the body. The wristband apparatus can also be used as a normal exercise wristband, and even to prevent excess fluids from running down a user's arms when they wash in a sink basin.

The invention is a sanitary kit for feminine hygiene components to be used and stored in a pack for use during the sudden onset of menstruation. At least two different types of disposable absorbent articles for absorbing liquids, particularly body fluids such as menses, and a plurality of cleansing components for cleansing the body, clothing, or surrounding area after the discharge of menstrual fluids, are contained within the package and hygiene kit. These items could consist of menstruation briefs or panties, tampons or sanitary napkins, moistened sanitary towelettes or wiping objects, a compressed washcloth, and a cleansing liquid contained in a bottle. The packaging allows for easy storage, being in the form of a pack containing the items, with each unit or component sealed, packaged and identified. The preferred embodiment of the pack will take the form of a pouch with an opening and closure mechanism from which the items can be easily accessed or stored.

Described herein is a disposable diaper that is substantially bio based and/or biodegradable. The diaper comprises a biodegradable top sheet, a biodegradable super absorbent core and biodegradable water resistant outer layer that is liquid impervious and a breathable bottom sheet, wherein the top sheet is configured for transmission of bodily fluids to the super absorbent core. The absorbent core comprises a first and second layer comprising pulp fibres. The diaper is either manufactured of wholly or partially renewable resources, at the same time can substantially decompose in a compost site, and substantially biodegrade in a conventional landfill.

A sanitary protective napkin has a backing panel having an overall length, a width and a thickness, in a first shape having an outer periphery, an absorbent pad joined to the backing panel by a first adhesive on one side of the backing panel, the absorbent pad having a second shape, leaving a region of a common width around the outer periphery of the backing panel, and a second adhesive compatible with human skin applied to the region of common width around the periphery of the backing panel on the same side of the backing panel as the absorbent pad, enabling a user to apply the sanitary napkin with no undergarment or other device for anchoring the sanitary napkin.

Undergarment products of the disclosure may comprise a bamboo fabric and a non-woven material. The undergarment may include bamboo fabric and a non-woven material in addition to other materials. In some cases, the garments may principally or primarily include bamboo fabric and a non-woven material with only the addition of further components and materials to manufacture the garment including stitching, elastic components, etc. In preferred embodiments, an undergarment of the disclosure may include a central section comprising bamboo fabric and side sections comprising a non-woven material. The bamboo used to make the underwear may be around 125 grams per square meter (GSM) and the non-woven material may be 100% cotton based.

A diaper comprising a biodegradable top sheet, a biodegradable absorbent core and a biodegradable bottom sheet, wherein the bottom sheet is liquid impervious and wherein the top sheet is configured for transmission of bodily fluids to the absorbent core. The absorbent core comprises a first and a second non-woven layer comprising pulp fibers, and in between thereof a composting-stimulating layer comprising charcoal.