“No more butt sweats!” a reviewer proclaimed about this multipack of women’s underwear, which is made of 92% viscose made from bamboo. Immediately, we were intrigued: Hot flashes and night sweats are common symptoms of menopause, and viscose bamboo is known for being a breathable and quick-drying material. They continued, “Perfect size, very comfortable and cool in temperature. I was initially skeptical about this product actually working but it’s cleared up some skin issues because the fabric is so breathable. I’m ordering more immediately.” Want to know more? We got you covered.
We’re talking about the Bamboo Cool women’s underwear five-pack, which are mid-waisted with full coverage in the front and back for a comfortable fit. The viscose made from bamboo and spandex blend provide temperature regulation and wick away moisture and sweat, as well as helping with odor, according to one reviewer who said, “These suckers are my perimenopause secret weapon.”
They explained, “I’ve never in my life had an issue with odor in my nether regions until hitting perimenopause. Suddenly, we’re getting an ammonia-like, barnyard odor with even a hint of sweating down there, even in 100% cotton undies.”
After changing underwear multiple times a day, the shopper finally found this Bamboo Cool pack. “Ladies…THEY WORK. I get through a whole day in one pair. I could maybe even get through two days! They live up to the moisture wicking and fast drying rep, and most importantly, no odor!” they said. “They’re also suuuuuper comfy. They hold you without cutting into you. No panty lines. Nice coverage. ... The material is soft, and they feel sheer while still being well made. Bottom line (pun maybe intended?)…I’m buying more.”
The material isn’t the only upside of these, either. They’re also tag-free, making them even more comfortable than the softness already does. “No tags!! WONDERFUL!!!! Sensory issues here, and I highly recommend,” one person wrote. Reviewers also say they wash well, and are comfortable enough to wear during pregnancy and postpartum.
The underwear is available in a ton of different color assortments, as well as an all-black pack, and in women’s sizes S-3XL. If you’re anything like the tons of happy shoppers who have bought these, you might even want to scoop up multiple packs at once. “I just bought ANOTHER package. Not because I need more panties, but because I keep searching through my pantie drawer trying to find a pair of these. They are SO COMFORTABLE!!!!” one said.
Underwear can have a huge impact on your overall comfort, especially if you’re dealing with sweat, sensitivities or other issues down there. It’s worth it to buy pairs you’ll actually want to live in, and if reviewers are to be believed, these ones from Bamboo Cool are the real deal. “I am an underwear snob,” one reviewer claimed. “Maybe I have sensory sensitivities. These are my most favorite underwear.” See below for more promising reviews that also swear by these.
“These fit, feel, and look great. I’ve been wearing CK underwear for years, but they keep changing their styles and lately they don’t even sell their signature elastic waistband cotton briefs. I tried Jockey elastic waistband briefs, but they have quality control issues; their leg openings tend to be loose and uneven, and the back comes up super high. I wasn’t sure if I’d like bamboo but this fabric is very soft and breathable. The waistband is very comfortable and the rise is perfect for me. I bought 2 multi-packs and every single panty was sewn consistently well, like the quality I used to get from CK, and could not get from the Jockey brand. The only thing I wish is that they’d make multi-packs in basic colors e.g. black. I don’t usually like colors but I settled because the fit and comfort is too good and hard to find.” — SweetP
“These ROCK. I bought a cotton pack from another brand that had similar reviews and figured I’d just compare. The cotton pack immediately became backup, because these are my everyday underwear now! SO comfy. I’ve never had bamboo undies before. No shrinkage in a hot wash or the dryer, they don’t stretch out, they aren’t too thin (for me, but they are thinner than the cotton.) Haven’t tried them under leggings yet but I imagine there will be lines...oh well. They’re great under everything else! Mid/bikini rise, true to size.” — Carmen Sandiego
“As a woman of a certain age, I overheat at the drop of a hat. The cotton undies I’d worn all my life were suddenly uncomfortable and swampy. Enter these bamboo undies! So soft, so comfortable. They don’t roll at the waist or pinch at the leg. The only downside I’ve seen is that the color can bleach slightly at the crotch if you have a little discharge. But that is a small price to pay for comfort and coolness. I’ve bought two packs in quick succession and may buy a third to add the neutrals to my wardrobe.” — Laura T
“I have had three C-sections and have a lovely C-section “shelf” on my lower tummy. If you know, you know. I have tried so many different underwear and I like the bikini cut, but I want it to cover my entire butt and not cut in too low underneath the C-section shelf. These do not cut in, they cover my tummy comfortably but not crazy high! These are amazing. They are buttery soft. They’re stretchy. They’re good quality, and they fit perfectly. Oh and they wash well too.
I bought similar cotton ones from Costco and they had holes in them within a few months. So far after several washes these have held up great!” — Theo Of Silver
“These are the best underwear I have ever owned. They don’t roll. They don’t ride up. They don’t dig into you. They even passed the sleep test! They are soft and I feel fresh all day. I love these so much I bought 2 more packs. I will never wear other underwear again. 100% recommend these, you won’t regret it.” — heidic
Find more comfortable women’s underwear in this list curated by the HuffPost Shopping team:
A 6-pack of best-selling cotton hipster briefs
Ideal for everyday wear, these basic and best-selling cotton briefs have over 30,000 5-star ratings on Amazon and feature a 100% cotton gusset that is moderate to full coverage. The stretchy waistband is thin, flat and seamless underneath clothes and comfortable against skin. They are available in so many colors and in sizes ranging from XS-XXL, however, the brand recommends going a size up due to the design’s snug fit.
Promising review: "I am very happily surprised with the quality of these underwear. The butt coverage is great and the gusset is much larger than other brands. I plan to buy another pack of these. Highly recommend" — Laurencobs
A pair of cult-favorite briefs that reviewers rave about
Aerie’s 95% cotton “boybriefs” are longtime faves, and are available in a huge array of 17 colors and prints. At $9 on their own, you can also bundle 10 pairs for $38, bringing the price down $51. Reviewers confirm that the breathable undies offer a comfortable, stay-in-place fit.
Promising Aerie review: “I don't know what l'll do if these are ever discontinued! I've been buying them for 10 years and nothing else is as good-- perfect fit that stays in place but never pinches or rides up, easy to wash and dry without special care, and surprisingly panty line free under almost everything. I never have to think about them, which is exactly what I want from underwear! Please, never stop making these!” — Mollie
A 6-pack of everyday cotton briefs
These 95% cotton Old Navy briefs come in a bundle of six, with color options to suit a variety of tastes. You can opt for an all-black set, a gradient of neutral tones or a eclectic array of floral prints. Get them in sizes XS-2X.
Promising review: “Matched my measurements almost [perfectly] which is very rare for me when I purchased underwear, especially online. They're soft, stretchy and breathable. I'm considered small plus size and never find underwear that fully covers my bum cheeks or wide enough in the crotch area either and these cover both perfectly. I'm very satisfied with this purchase.” — anonymous