Lil-Lets Extra Protection products are designed especially for very heavy flow periods. The range will lock in leaks and give you maximum security, comfort and protection during your heaviest flow, allowing you to choose what works for you.
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Lil‑Lets Extra Protection period products are designed especially for very heavy or extremely heavy flow days, when you need more reassurance and less worry. Heavy periods can affect confidence, comfort, sleep, and daily plans and this range is made to help you feel supported, secure, and in control, even on your heaviest days.
With higher absorbency and leak‑locking protection, Lil-Lets Extra Protection products help lock in moisture and prevent leaks, so you can move through your day with confidence. The range includes different options, allowing you to choose what works best for your body and your flow, because everyone’s period is different, and having reliable protection can make a real difference when your flow feels overwhelming.
For heavy to very heavy flow days, Lil‑Lets Extra Protection Super Plus Tampons are a great choice, offering high absorbency and reliable leak protection to help you feel confident and secure.
If your flow is extremely heavy, our Extra Protection Ultra Tampons provide maximum absorbency and reassurance. Both options are designed to support you through heavier days, so you can get on with your day with comfort and confidence.
Your period may be considered heavy if you need to change your pad or tampon every couple of hours or less, use higher‑absorbency products, or experience leaks despite protection. It may be extremely heavy if this happens consistently or if you need the highest absorbency products to feel secure. Everyone’s “normal” is different, but if your flow is impacting your comfort or confidence, the Lil-Lets extra protection range can help.
For heavy periods and overnight protection, Lil‑Lets Extra Protection pads are designed to keep you feeling secure and comfortable, whatever style you prefer. Whether you choose a maxi thicker pad for extra cushioning or an ultra‑slim pad for a more discreet feel, both options offer reliable absorbency and protection for heavy flow days and nights.
These pads are longer at the back, highly absorbent, and with features like an extra set of wings at the back, they are designed to stay in place, helping to reduce leaks while you move or sleep.
Explore our Extra Protection range to find the right level of comfort and protection for you.
Yes, we do. Lil‑Lets Extra Protection Pantyliners are designed to be longer and up to 3× more absorbent*, helping to lock in fluid and reduce odours so you feel confident and fresh throughout the day.
They’re ideal for extra back-up when wearing a tampon, light flow days, or light bladder weakness. Ultra‑slim yet super absorbent, they feature a super‑soft, skin‑kind cover, are fragrance, dye and chlorine‑bleach‑free, and are dermatologically tested. Each liner is individually wrapped for convenience when you’re on the go.
*Absorbs 3× more fluid than Lil‑Lets Essentials pantyliners.
Yes. Combining products for extra reassurance, for example, using a tampon with a pantyliner as back-up is a great idea, the Lil-Lets Extra Protection range is designed to give you flexible options so you can find what works best for you.
Yes, we do, and we were proud to be the first brand in the UK to offer an Ultra tampon. Lil‑Lets Extra Protection SmartFit™ Ultra Tampons are designed specially for extremely heavy flow days, expanding all the way round for a comfortable fit while helping to lock in leaks when you need maximum protection.
These applicator‑free tampons have a smooth, rounded tip for easy insertion and are made with a 100% plant‑based absorbent core. They’re fragrance‑free, chlorine‑bleach‑free, cruelty‑free, and come with biodegradable wrappers, giving you reliable protection that helps you carry on with your day without worrying about leaks.
Yes. Lil‑Lets Extra Protection products are specifically designed to help reduce leaks on very heavy and extremely heavy flow days. They are thicker, have more advanced absorbent cores, and secure designs to help lock in fluid quickly and keep it contained, even when your flow is at its heaviest.
From tampons that expand all the way round to pads that are longer, highly absorbent, and designed to stay in place, each product is made to offer reliable protection and peace of mind.
The Lil-Lets Extra Protection range is designed to help you feel more confident, comfortable, and supported so you can focus on getting through your day...or night with less worry about leaks.
Choosing the right product comes down to how heavy your flow is and when you need protection. If you find you’re changing your tampon or pad every couple of hours or less, a higher‑absorbency option from the Extra Protection range may suit you better. For very heavy flow days, Lil-Lets Super Plus Extra tampons offer enhanced absorbency to help you feel secure during the day. For extremely heavy flows, our Lil-Lets Ultra tampons - our highest absorbency tampons at 18–21g, provide maximum protection when you need it most.
If you prefer pads, you might prefer our ultra‑slim pads for comfort and flexibility. While at night, longer, more absorbent maxi pads designed for up to 8+ hours of protection can give extra peace of mind while you sleep. You can explore the full Extra Protection range of tampons, pads, and pantyliners to mix and match what works best for your body and your flow.
Lil‑Lets Extra Protection products are available both in store and online at Superdrug, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons. You can also shop the entire Lil‑Lets range on Amazon, making it easy to find your preferred products wherever you like to shop.
To make things even simpler, just visit our Products page - each item includes a direct link to retailers that stock it, helping you quickly find a store near you or an online option that suits you best.
The medical term for heavy periods is menorrhagia. It’s used when bleeding is heavier or lasts longer than is typical and begins to interfere with everyday life, for example, needing to change protection very frequently or worrying about leaks. Heavy periods are more common than many people realise and can happen at different life stages.
Yes! For many people, periods can change over time. Hormonal changes, stress, and different life stages can all affect flow. It’s not unusual for periods to become heavier or less predictable at certain points in your life, and having access to higher‑absorbency products can help you feel more in control when that happens.
Yes. Perimenopause, which often begins in your 40s, is a time when hormone levels fluctuate. This can lead to periods that are heavier, lighter, closer together, or more irregular. Lil-Lets Extra Protection products are designed to offer reassurance during this life stage, helping you manage heavier or unexpected flow with confidence.
If your periods are very heavy, suddenly change, last longer than usual, or begin to affect your everyday life, it’s a good idea to speak to your GP. You should also seek advice if you regularly pass blood clots larger than a 50p coin, need to change your pad or tampon very frequently, or feel tired or unwell during your period.
Extra Protection products can help you manage heavy flow day to day, but speaking to a healthcare professional can offer reassurance, check for underlying causes, and help you find the right support if needed.
