Poise Review, Is Poise Non-Toxic?
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
Across 4 graded products, Poise averages Poor (25/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade Good or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
Poise
Light Pads
absorbent core, cellulose, likely water-resistant backing
PFAS
Water-resistant coatings on period pads commonly use fluorinated compounds; Poise does…
Incontinence pads likely use water-resistant treatment; PFAS risk unclear without lab testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Poise
Overnight Ultra Thin Pads with Wings
Cellulose core with synthetic polymer topsheet and waterproof backing
PFAS
Waterproof layers in conventional pads routinely use PFAS to achieve liquid repellency…
Skin irritation and contact dermatitis from topsheet and adhesives
Synthetic polymer topsheets and acrylate-based adhesives used in conventional pads are…
Cellulose degradation and fiber shedding
Lower-quality cellulose cores or rapid saturation can lead to fiber breakdown and…
Chlorine and bleaching residues in cellulose
Cellulose pulp in conventional pads is typically chlorine-bleached; trace residues…
Waterproof pads may use PFAS treatments; brand silent on source.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Poise
Ultimate Absorbency Incontinence Pads
absorbent cellulose core with synthetic polymer waterproof backing
PFAS
Fluorinated polymer backings in incontinence products are known to contain PFAS; Poise…
Dermal irritation from synthetic backing
Some users report localized skin irritation, redness, or contact dermatitis from…
Cellulose degradation and microfiber shedding
With repeated compression or friction during wear, cellulose fibers may break down and…
Adhesive residue on skin
Poise pads use tackifiers in side-flap adhesives; occasional reports of sticky residue…
Skip until brand confirms waterproof backing composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Poise
Absorbency Pads
absorbent core with waterproof backing layer, composition unspecified
PFAS
The product received a Poor PFAS grade from independent assessment; Kimberly-Clark has…
Skin irritation from absorbent core additives
Superabsorbent polymers in pads can occasionally cause localized irritation or rash in…
Fragrance allergens (if product is scented variant)
Poise offers both unscented and lightly scented versions; scented variants may contain…
Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemicals or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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