This is what femtis stands for.
You should feel safe and comfortable during every phase of your cycle. That’s why we develop high-quality period underwear and focus on responsible production. With us, you always get clear words instead of empty promises.
Why switching to period underwear is worth it.
Did you know that a menstruating person uses around 14,000* tampons or pads over their lifetime? That creates a lot of waste — and puts a strain on your skin, your wallet, and your nerves.
*Source: www.healthline.com
Period underwear is different. And for many: better.
- Reusable instead of disposable
- No slipping, no strings, no worries
- Soft, safe, breathable – day & night
And you don’t have to constantly think about the next change.
Info.
For your safety and comfort, we recommend changing your panty after a maximum of 8 hours – or sooner if it feels full. The exact wearing time depends on your flow strength and the absorbency level you choose.
What's inside your femtis?
Our period panty ROMY doesn't just look good – it's got a lot going on inside. Literally. Because ROMY is made of four clever layers that work together to ensure a secure, dry, and comfortable wearing experience.
Period Panty – ROMY.
The four-layer system of ROMY (heavy) absorbs the equivalent of up to 2.5 tampons – offering reliable leak protection even during heavy periods.
ROMY is washable at 40 °C, durable, and ready for many cycles with you.
You don’t need biocides.
Our panties work entirely without antibacterial additives. femtis deliberately avoids biocides such as silver chloride – because we believe: only what’s necessary belongs near your intimate area.
Tested & Traceable
Some of our styles have been tested according to the FEMTECHMAS-6513-1:2023 standard by Hohenstein. This independently evaluates how absorbent the layered area in the gusset is and whether the measured absorption capacity matches the values we state. The testing standard itself does not define fixed minimum or target values. Find more information here:
Who actually makes your femtis?
Our panties come from a production facility we’ve worked with closely and trustfully since 2018. The factory is located in China and is managed by Rose, who is deeply committed to empowering women in her company. Currently, 75 women and 38 men work there – a team that truly knows what matters.
What matters to us:
Responsibility? We take it seriously.
That’s why we don’t just rely on good intentions, but on clear rules: Our Code of Conduct defines what we – and our partners – live and expect: socially, ecologically, transparently.
But one thing is also clear: paper alone doesn’t change anything. We believe in genuine dialogue and long-term collaboration with everyone involved in our products. What does that mean? We meet in person as often as possible – and stay in touch across borders in between.
Our HRDD Policy
HRDD stands for Human Rights Due Diligence — our process for identifying and addressing human rights risks in our supply chain. How do we identify risks? How do we handle them? And what happens when something goes wrong? Our HRDD Policy covers all of this — from prevention and grievance mechanisms to remediation. The process follows the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the OECD Guidelines and the ILO Core Labour Standards.
Our Grievance Mechanism
What happens when something goes wrong in our supply chain? Our Grievance Mechanism Policy describes how complaints are received, who handles them and how we work with our partners to ensure remediation — with clear deadlines and protection for everyone who speaks up.
Let’s get started.
Seit 2025 kollaboriert femtis mit Fair Wear - einer gemeinnützigen Organisation, die sich weltweit für sichere, faire und menschenwürdige Arbeitsbedingungen in der Textilindustrie einsetzt. Für uns bedeutet das: Wir übernehmen Verantwortung in unserer Lieferkette. Und zwar nicht nur dann, wenn ein Audit vor der Tür steht.
Gemeinsam besser werden:
Wir arbeiten eng mit unseren Fabriken zusammen, um Risiken wie lange Arbeitszeiten, niedrige Löhne oder fehlende Arbeitssicherheit frühzeitig zu erkennen – und Schritt für Schritt zu verbessern.
Langfristige Partnerschaften:
Wir setzen auf stabile Beziehungen, besuchen unsere Produktionsstandorte regelmäßig und entwickeln gemeinsam konkrete Verbesserungspläne
Offene Berichterstattung:
Ab 2026 veröffentlichen wir jährlich transparent, was gut läuft – und was nicht. Die Ergebnisse sind dann öffentlich auf unserer Fair-Wear-Brandpage einsehbar. Der erste Brand Performance Check erscheint 2026.
Verantwortung übernehmen:
Wenn Probleme auftreten, schauen wir nicht weg. Fair Wear unterstützt uns dabei, Lösungen zu finden, die für Arbeiter:innen wirklich etwas verändern.
Warum Fair Wear?
Fair Wear bringt Marken, Fabriken und weitere Stakeholder an einen Tisch, um strukturell etwas zu verändern – in einem System, das oft sehr komplex ist. Unser gemeinsames Ziel: bessere Arbeitsbedingungen für die Menschen, die unsere Produkte herstellen.
Und ganz wichtig: Kein Kleidungsstück ist „100 % fair“. Aber wir können – und wollen – jeden Tag ein Stück besser werden. Genau deshalb sind wir Teil von Fair Wear. Denn als produzierendes Unternehmen hinterlassen wir immer Spuren. Und wo Menschen zusammenarbeiten, läuft nicht immer alles perfekt. Für uns zählt: hinsehen, Verantwortung übernehmen und gemeinsam Lösungen finden – statt so zu tun, als gäbe es keine Herausforderungen.
Lasst uns anfangen.
Transparenz ist uns wichtig – auch wenn das bedeutet, zuzugeben, dass wir erst am Anfang stehen.
Unsere To-dos:
- CO2-Emissionen messen und kommunizieren
- Unsere Cotton Styles zertifiziert (OCS) einkaufen
- Recycelte Materialien einsetzen
- Lieferkette weiter offenlegen – bis ins Detail
- Mehr auf Seefracht, weniger auf Luftfracht setzen
OCS Zertifizierung für die Proukte.
Wir möchten unsere Periodenunterwäsche in Zukunft OCS zertifizieren lassen. Warum nicht GOTS? Unsere Produktionsstätte ist GOTS-zertifiziert – ein Standard für hohe Umwelt- und Sozialstandards. Unsere Periodenunterwäsche können wir aktuell jedoch nicht nach GOTS zertifizieren, da neben der zulässigen PU-Schutzschicht weitere funktionale Materialien verarbeitet werden, die nicht den GOTS-Anforderungen entsprechen. Das ist einfach eine Herausforderung bei Periodenunterwäsche, weil sie andere Kriterien erfüllen muss als normale Kleidung. Der Organic Content Standard (OCS) überprüft den Anteil biologisch erzeugter Baumwolle und ermöglicht deren Rückverfolgbarkeit entlang der Lieferkette. Für den Intimbereich unserer Produkte verwenden wir Baumwolle aus biologischem Anbau.
Transport.
Früher kamen unsere Produkte zu 100 % per Luftfracht. Heute planen wir um – mit dem Ziel, Schritt für Schritt auf Seefracht umzusteigen. Ab 2026 sollen bereits mindestens 50 % unserer Lieferungen per Schiff erfolgen, langfristig wollen wir den Anteil der Luftfracht auf unter 2 % senken.
Summary.
Yes – (still) no CO₂ balance, (still) no seals.
But we’re working on it. And we’ll take you along on the journey.
Giving Back – small projects with big impact.
We know we can’t save the world. But we can do something – and we’ve started. femtis regularly donates to projects that promote education, equality, and period justice.
Example: Around 500 returned panties were donated to Period e.V. – reaching those who truly need them.
And that’s just the beginning.
Are you part of a nonprofit organization and need returned items? Get in touch with us!
In short: We don't label our panties as "sustainable" across the board. Like any product, they have an impact on the environment. At the same time, femtis panties are designed for multiple use and intended as an alternative to single-use menstrual products. Let us explain: A menstruating person uses around 14,000 tampons and pads over the course of their life (source: www.healthline.com). By using period underwear, you can reduce your need for disposable products. Our panties are designed for multiple use, washable, and free from biocides and silver chloride. For us, responsibility means above all: being honest, not promising perfection, and developing our products step by step.
In short: We don't label our panties as "sustainable" across the board. Like any product, they have an impact on the environment. At the same time, femtis panties are designed for multiple use and intended as an alternative to single-use menstrual products. Let us explain: A menstruating person uses around 14,000 tampons and pads over the course of their life (source: www.healthline.com). By using period underwear, you can reduce your need for disposable products. Our panties are designed for multiple use, washable, and free from biocides and silver chloride. For us, responsibility means above all: being honest, not promising perfection, and developing our products step by step.
Depending on the model, we use different main materials – such as cotton, modal, or polyamide. All panties consist of multiple layers, each with its own specific function.
You can find more details about the materials on each product page.
Depending on the model, we use different main materials – such as cotton, modal, or polyamide. All panties consist of multiple layers, each with its own specific function.
You can find more details about the materials on each product page.
Yes – and by conviction, not by coincidence. Our panties contain no animal-derived materials – no wool, no silk, no leather components. We also don't use any animal-based additives in the manufacturing process. femtis is animal-free – because we believe: animal products don't belong in your underwear. 🐰
Yes – and by conviction, not by coincidence. Our panties contain no animal-derived materials – no wool, no silk, no leather components. We also don't use any animal-based additives in the manufacturing process. femtis is animal-free – because we believe: animal products don't belong in your underwear. 🐰
No. Our panties are free from antibacterial agents like silver chloride, which are used in some textiles. We deliberately avoid such additives.
No. Our panties are free from antibacterial agents like silver chloride, which are used in some textiles. We deliberately avoid such additives.
Contact.
Still have questions or want to learn more? Reach out!
Your ESG Team
Stefanie & Lisa
📧 sustainability@femtis.de