About 60% of Sanitary Spats Users Feel 'Care is a Hassle'. Survey on Satisfaction with Quick-Drying and Durability.
A joint survey by NEXER and Angelite revealed that while satisfaction with the durability of sanitary spats is high, 63.6% of users find washing and maintenance cumbersome due to hand-washing requirements.
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■ Survey on the Care of Sanitary Spats
"Sanitary spats" are items that alleviate concerns about leakage and stuffiness during menstruation.
They have water-absorbent functions and can be used in various ways, such as in combination with napkins or used alone.
However, while they are convenient, you might be wondering, "How do I wash and care for them?"
Therefore, in collaboration with Angelite, we conducted a questionnaire survey on the "washing and care of sanitary spats" targeting 200 women nationwide.
*When quoting the contents of this press release, please take the following actions:
- State that the source is a "Survey by NEXER Inc. and Angelite".
- Place a link to Angelite (https://angelite.jp/).
"Survey on the Washing and Care of Sanitary Spats" Overview
Survey method: Internet questionnaire
Survey period: April 7 - April 20, 2026
Survey target: Women nationwide
Valid responses: 200 samples
Questions asked:
Question 1: Have you ever used sanitary spats?
Question 2: Have you ever felt that washing and caring for sanitary spats is a hassle?
Question 3: Please tell us the reason.
Question 4: Is there anything you pay attention to when washing them? (Multiple answers allowed)
Question 5: Are you satisfied with how quickly the absorbent part dries?
Question 6: Are you satisfied with the durability of the absorbent part?
Question 7: Is the ease of care a deciding factor when purchasing?
Question 8: Please tell us the reason.
*As a general rule, numbers are rounded to the first decimal place, so the total may not equal 100%.
■ 5.5% answered "I have used sanitary spats"
First, we asked if they had any experience using sanitary spats.
As a result, 5.5% answered "Yes" and 94.5% answered "No".
Only a minority of people have experience using sanitary spats, indicating that they are not yet widely popularized.
■ 63.6% of users answered "I have felt that washing and care is a hassle"
Next, we asked those who have used sanitary spats if they had ever felt that washing and caring for them was a hassle.
As a result, 63.6% answered "Yes" and 36.4% answered "No".
About 60% of users seem to have felt it was a hassle at least once.
The fact that it requires different handling from regular underwear might be leading to this burden.
We asked those who answered "Yes" for their reasons, and here are some of them:
Reasons why washing and care are felt to be a hassle
- Because tumble drying cannot be used. (30s / Female)
- Because washing off dirt is a hassle. (30s / Female)
- Removing stains is troublesome. (50s / Female)
- Hand washing is a hassle. (60s / Female)
- Because I have to wash it by hand separately from other laundry. (70s / Female)
Comments regarding hand washing were prominent.
It can be seen that standard washing methods do not apply, such as the need to wash them separately from other laundry and the inability to use a dryer, creating extra effort.
■ 63.6% of users answered "I hand wash them when doing laundry"
Next, we asked if there is anything they pay attention to when washing.
The most common response was "Hand washing" at 63.6%.
This was followed by "Using a laundry net," "Washing separately from other clothes," "Avoiding the use of a dryer," "Drying in the shade," and "Avoiding fabric softeners," all at 9.1%.
It appears that many people are mindful of careful maintenance, considering the delicate nature of sanitary spats. Methods of ingenuity vary, such as using laundry nets and avoiding dryers, and each person seems to be trying to make the garment last longer in their own way.
■ 72.8% of users answered "Satisfied with how quickly the absorbent part dries"
Next, we asked about the level of satisfaction regarding how quickly the absorbent part of the sanitary spats dries.
As a result, 36.4% answered "Very satisfied" and 36.4% answered "Somewhat satisfied," totaling 72.8% who responded they were satisfied. On the other hand, 27.3% were "Not very satisfied" and 0% were "Not at all satisfied."
It is clear that the quick-drying nature of the absorbent part of sanitary spats is highly rated.
Many people are satisfied, and it seems that how fast it dries after use greatly contributes to its usability.
■ 100% of experienced users answered "Satisfied with the durability of the absorbent part"
Next, we asked about their satisfaction with the durability of the absorbent part.
"Sanitary spats" are items that alleviate concerns about leakage and stuffiness during menstruation.
They have water-absorbent functions and can be used in various ways, such as in combination with napkins or used alone.
However, while they are convenient, you might be wondering, "How do I wash and care for them?"
Therefore, in collaboration with Angelite, we conducted a questionnaire survey on the "washing and care of sanitary spats" targeting 200 women nationwide.
*When quoting the contents of this press release, please take the following actions:
- State that the source is a "Survey by NEXER Inc. and Angelite".
- Place a link to Angelite (https://angelite.jp/).
"Survey on the Washing and Care of Sanitary Spats" Overview
Survey method: Internet questionnaire
Survey period: April 7 - April 20, 2026
Survey target: Women nationwide
Valid responses: 200 samples
Questions asked:
Question 1: Have you ever used sanitary spats?
Question 2: Have you ever felt that washing and caring for sanitary spats is a hassle?
Question 3: Please tell us the reason.
Question 4: Is there anything you pay attention to when washing them? (Multiple answers allowed)
Question 5: Are you satisfied with how quickly the absorbent part dries?
Question 6: Are you satisfied with the durability of the absorbent part?
Question 7: Is the ease of care a deciding factor when purchasing?
Question 8: Please tell us the reason.
*As a general rule, numbers are rounded to the first decimal place, so the total may not equal 100%.
■ 5.5% answered "I have used sanitary spats"
First, we asked if they had any experience using sanitary spats.
As a result, 5.5% answered "Yes" and 94.5% answered "No".
Only a minority of people have experience using sanitary spats, indicating that they are not yet widely popularized.
■ 63.6% of users answered "I have felt that washing and care is a hassle"
Next, we asked those who have used sanitary spats if they had ever felt that washing and caring for them was a hassle.
As a result, 63.6% answered "Yes" and 36.4% answered "No".
About 60% of users seem to have felt it was a hassle at least once.
The fact that it requires different handling from regular underwear might be leading to this burden.
We asked those who answered "Yes" for their reasons, and here are some of them:
Reasons why washing and care are felt to be a hassle
- Because tumble drying cannot be used. (30s / Female)
- Because washing off dirt is a hassle. (30s / Female)
- Removing stains is troublesome. (50s / Female)
- Hand washing is a hassle. (60s / Female)
- Because I have to wash it by hand separately from other laundry. (70s / Female)
Comments regarding hand washing were prominent.
It can be seen that standard washing methods do not apply, such as the need to wash them separately from other laundry and the inability to use a dryer, creating extra effort.
■ 63.6% of users answered "I hand wash them when doing laundry"
Next, we asked if there is anything they pay attention to when washing.
The most common response was "Hand washing" at 63.6%.
This was followed by "Using a laundry net," "Washing separately from other clothes," "Avoiding the use of a dryer," "Drying in the shade," and "Avoiding fabric softeners," all at 9.1%.
It appears that many people are mindful of careful maintenance, considering the delicate nature of sanitary spats. Methods of ingenuity vary, such as using laundry nets and avoiding dryers, and each person seems to be trying to make the garment last longer in their own way.
■ 72.8% of users answered "Satisfied with how quickly the absorbent part dries"
Next, we asked about the level of satisfaction regarding how quickly the absorbent part of the sanitary spats dries.
As a result, 36.4% answered "Very satisfied" and 36.4% answered "Somewhat satisfied," totaling 72.8% who responded they were satisfied. On the other hand, 27.3% were "Not very satisfied" and 0% were "Not at all satisfied."
It is clear that the quick-drying nature of the absorbent part of sanitary spats is highly rated.
Many people are satisfied, and it seems that how fast it dries after use greatly contributes to its usability.
■ 100% of experienced users answered "Satisfied with the durability of the absorbent part"
Next, we asked about their satisfaction with the durability of the absorbent part.