I got them for low level incontinence after doing some reading that they are highly recommended and can be used for both periods and leakage. I think they are very heavy cotton..around the waist and legs especially. Thats good for life span, not so good for hot environments and for pulling slacks up over. The binding around the legs is very thick so they make panty lines. The crotch area is really thick and kind of rubbery. It’s a little hard to describe. Not super comfortable. The quality looks great. I’m just not big on the design.