LEAKS? PLEASE.
Modibodi is an Australian leak-proof apparel brand specialising in products that can handle leaks, discharge, sweat and all the other things bodies do without asking permission sometimes. This includes our range of reusable underwear, swimwear and apparel with our patented leak-proof protection hidden inside. There’s a way to keep all your plans moving even when things get a little leaky.
The Leak That Started Modibodi
Great ideas really can come from the most inconvenient moments. Modibodi began in 2011 when our founder, Kristy Chong, was training for a marathon and experiencing some light bladder leaks.
At the time, her main options were disposable pads and liners. The problem was, they felt bulky, shifted around and were creating more waste, but her options were limited for products to protect against leaks inside a regular pair of undies.
Kristy thought underwear could do better. And she was right.
The idea sounded simple. Take the protection people need for leaky business, and build it directly into something they already wore every day. As it turns out, making that idea work took a lot more than just sewing an extra layer into the gusset.
Over the next 18 months, Kristy worked with chemical textile engineers, garment developers, textile mills and scientists to really understand how different fibres could handle the job of wicking away moisture, absorbing fluid and to help stop leaks. That original Modifier Technology™ (now patented) went through almost 1,000 tests in that almost two years before the fabric was ready to be made.
All of that time and work lead to our patented leak-proof gusset and a new kind of reusable protection that looks and feels like regular underwear.
After years of work, Modibodi launched in 2013 with underwear designed to manage bladder leaks. Kristy soon saw that the very same thinking could help people manage their periods too.
The range quickly grew as customers told us where they needed more leak-proof protection. Today, Modibodi includes products for periods, discharge and sweat, with options for adults and teens to wear during the day, while they sleep, exercising and in the water.
Read the full Modibodi story.
Better Protection with a Bigger Purpose
At Modibodi, our purpose is to help people feel comfortable and confident in their bodies. Sure, it starts with making products that can handle leaks, spotting and periods, but it also means talking about the things that people have been told to hide.
Periods and leaks have spent too long being buried under euphemisms, embarrassment and hurried whispers with sideways glances. We would rather say what we mean, answer the ‘awkward’ questions and help people truly understand their options without feeling an ounce of shame for seeking answers about very normal concerns.
- Say it straight: We talk openly about periods *gasp*, discharge *oh my*, sweat *urgh* and leaks *eyeroll*, because clear information is power and beats shame every time.
- Design for real bodies: Different bodies, flows, ages and routines need different fits and levels of protections, and that’s what we deliver.
- Prove the protection: Each of our products is backed by patents, laboratory testing, certifications and customer feedback that support every single claim.
- Keep improving: Ongoing attention is given to our product performance, material choices and our impact across the entire supply chain, because self-improvement is hot.
People are not all one size, age, shape or at the same stage of life. So, neither are our products. Modibodi is designed for adults and teens managing first periods, monthly cycles, maternity changes, sweat and everything that can happen in between.
That belief is carried the entire way through our campaigns. We actively show diverse bodies and talk about leaks without turning them into something shocking or shameful. They’re part of life. And your protection should fit around it.
Reducing period shame also means making sure more people have access to reliable period and leak protection. With the help of our amazing customers, Modibodi has been able to donate 201,000 reusable products around the world.
We have also supported:
- Share the Dignity
- Days for Girls
- World Menstrual Hygiene Day
And more, helping as many people as possible manage menstruation safely, privately and with dignity.
Modibodi is an Essity brand
Modibodi is part of Essity, one of the world's leading hygiene and health companies, serving a billion people every day. Across approximately 150 countries, Essity's portfolio includes some of the world's most trusted health and personal care brands, including Libra, TOM Organic, TENA and Modibodi.
United by a shared purpose to break barriers to well-being, these brands help people live with comfort, confidence and dignity through every stage of life. Together, we are working to improve well-being for consumers, patients, caregivers and customers around the world, while creating positive outcomes for society and the planet.
How Modibodi Leak-Proof Protection Works
Modibodi looks just like underwear because that’s exactly what it is. We’ve hidden the clever part inside the gusset, with slim layers working together to wick moisture, absorb fluid and help keep it away from your clothes and sheets. And no one would ever know.
- A superfine Merino wool top layer to move moisture away from the skin and help control odour.
- A microfibre terry middle layer that absorbs fluids and locks it in place.
- A breathable waterproof base that adds a formidable leak-proof barrier.
There may be three layers inside the gusset, but it’s slim and flexible so it moves with your underwear and body like nothing’s even there.
Before a single pair of Modibodi undies reaches your drawer, the leak-proof protection is independently 3rd party tested for absorbency, wetness and leaks. You can dig into the laboratory testing and performance evidence over on our Why Trust Modibodi page.
- Period underwear in different styles and cuts for different flow levels and everyday cycle needs.
- Period swimwear with built-in protection for the pool and beach.
- Period activewear made to help you move through workouts and periods.
- Teen products for more confident first periods, school, sleep, sport and swimming.
- Moisture-wicking underwear for sweat, odour control and everyday freshness even outside of your period.
Always check the absorbency rating on each product to make sure it suits your needs.
Australian Designed, Responsibly Made
To this day, every Modibodi product is designed here in Australia. This includes all of our technology, fits, colours and prints that make each of our products feel like clothing and apparel you chose, not protection you had to just settle for.
Our garments are manufactured in China by long-term partners with the technical skills and specialist machinery needed to produce our leak-proof apparel to our standards.
Each of our manufacturing partners has been carefully selected for a reason. But we don’t stop there. We speak with them regularly, visit their factories and work with auditors to check standards and support improvements. Our direct suppliers also agree to a Supplier Code of Conduct based on the International Labour Organization’s core standard for safe, fair and healthy working conditions, including:
- Material traceability
- Working hours and workplace safety
- Living wages
Learn more about Modibodi’s manufacturing and responsible sourcing.
Reusable was always part of the plan
Wash them and wear them again. That was always the plan and still is. Our reusable leak-proof products give you another option for managing periods and leaks without reaching for a disposable product every time.
The three priorities guiding our sustainability work
- Modibodi Design: Making considered choices about fibres, raw materials and what happens across the life of a product.
- Raw material sourcing: Building long-term relationships with trusted, tested suppliers, improving traceability.
This includes our packaging too. Our garment packaging includes recycled paper, with recycled plastic used where plastic is still needed to protect our products.
Meet the People Behind Modibodi
Introducing our founder, Kristy Chong. What started as a personal problem with controlling leaks has turned into patented apparel that helps tens of thousands of people worldwide. It’s even her 2018 NSW Business Woman of the Year Award, and rightly so.
Modibodi today
More than 13 years later, our Sydney team is still working hard across product technology, design, fit, colours and prints. In 2022, Modibodi became a part of global hygiene and health company Essity, still remaining Australian-operated, with products sold all over the world.
Plenty of people have put Modibodi to the test for you
Sure, laboratory results matter. But so does hearing how the product actually looks, feels and works in real life during a heavy night, workout, school day or a swim.
Our customer proof includes:
- More than 60,000 five-star reviews
- An overall rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Recommendations from 9 in 10 customers
Reviewers note Modibodi products for comfort, fit, absorbency, easy washing, overnight protection and the small but all important freedom of getting through the day without worrying about leaks.
Questions About Modibodi
What is Modibodi?
Modibodi is an Australian-operated reusable and leak-proof apparel brand. We create hygiene apparel with patented leak-proof technology, including underwear, swimwear and clothing with built-in technology for periods, discharge, sweat and other everyday leaks.
Is Modibodi from Australia?
Yes, we are! Modibodi was founded in Australia by Kristy Chong, launched in 2013. Our products still continue to be designed by our team in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Who owns Modibodi?
Modibodi was acquired by global hygiene and health company Essity in 2022. It continues to operate as an Australian brand, with its product design team based in Sydney, shipping products all over the world.
Where is Modibodi made?
Our products are manufactured in China by our long-term partners with the specialist skills and machinery required to produce technical leak-proof apparel. All of our suppliers meet our high level of standards and Code of Conduct, undergo factory monitoring, which you can learn more about on our responsible sourcing page.
Does Modibodi work?
Modibodi’s original Modifier Technology™ is patented and supported by independent 3rd party lab testing absorbency, wetness and leaks. You can also read our thousands of customer reviews, product safety information, sourcing details and Impact Reports before buying for even more proof.
Where can I buy Modibodi in my country?
You can find our full range of products online via the Modibodi website or selected products stocked in selected local retailers.
Where does Modibodi ship from?
Orders placed through the Modibodi Australia, New Zealand and United States websites are dispatched from our Australian warehouse. Regional warehouses also support orders made via our UK and European website. You can confirm current information on our shipping page.
Find Your Modibodi
Give periods and leaks less control over your plans. Find patented leak-proof protection made for your flow, body and lifestyle. Take the Modibodi product quiz for help finding a pair for work, school, the gym, swimming, or explore our collections.