Bodyform Regular Wings Pads BF01567
No public PFAS info. Waterproof pad backing likely treated; skip if concerned.
Bodyform provides no disclosure on PFAS or waterproof treatment chemistry. Period pad backings commonly use water-repellent coatings that may contain PFAS, but brand remains silent.
The better-graded swap
Seventh Generation
Seventh Generation Chlorine Free Maxi Pads
100/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
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Material
cotton/rayon core with waterproof backing
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Bodyform Regular Wings Pads BF01567 is made of, ingredients and materials
Bodyform Regular Wings pads have a cotton/rayon absorbent core, which are well-established low-toxicity materials for skin contact. The waterproof backing material is not publicly specified by the brand. Waterproof layers in period pads are typically achieved through plastic films (polyethylene or polypropylene) or synthetic elastomers, and sometimes include fluorochemical water-repellent treatments (PFAS), though this is not confirmed for this product. The adhesive and other minor components are not disclosed in available product information.
What’s concerning
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
PFAS
The waterproof layer material is not named by the brand. Water-repellent backings in period pads may use fluorochemical compounds (PFAS) for durability, though polyethylene or polypropylene without PFAS treatment are also common. Bodyform has not disclosed which approach is used for BF01567.
Source, ATSDR ↗Bacterial growth or moisture retention from backing seal failure
If the waterproof backing deteriorates (adhesion loss, micro-tears), moisture can accumulate in the core, creating conditions for bacterial growth. This is a use-life issue rather than initial composition, but relates to backing durability.
What’s reassuring
Fragrance or dioxane (if scented variant)
The Regular Wings variant listed does not indicate added fragrance in standard product descriptions. If a scented version exists, 1,4-dioxane can occur as a manufacturing byproduct in fragrance compounds; Bodyform has not published fragrance safety data for this line.
Adhesive toxicity
Pads use pressure-sensitive adhesives, typically acrylate or rubber-based, which are not reported as hazardous in normal use. No specific adhesive incidents or material disclosures are on record for Bodyform pads.
Pesticide residue
Bodyform does not certify organic cotton for this product. Conventional cotton may contain pesticide residues, though the skin contact is brief and residue levels in finished pads are not typically tested by mainstream brands.
Source, EPA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Bodyform (owned by Essity) does not publish detailed material or chemical disclosure for this product. The brand has not made public commitments to PFAS-free manufacturing or independent certifications (such as Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX) visible for this line. No recalls or safety controversies are on record for this specific product. The brand's silence on waterproof backing composition is the primary transparency gap.
How it compares in its category
Most mass-market period pads use cotton/rayon cores similar to this product. Bodyform's lack of certified PFAS-free or chemical-tested claims places it below brands that publish third-party test results or carry organic/eco certifications. Some competitors (e.g., Natracare, Seventh Generation) offer PFAS-free certified or publicly tested alternatives at a similar or slightly higher price point. This product sits in the standard mainstream category without added transparency or lower-hazard positioning.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve adhesive and backing integrity; cotton/rayon cores do not degrade from normal use conditions. Replace pads that show visible deterioration (backing separation, adhesive failure) or odor, as these can indicate moisture retention or bacterial growth. If skin irritation or rash develops, discontinue use and consider a product with independently verified chemical testing. The product itself does not require special handling beyond standard menstrual hygiene practices.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Bodyform has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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