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- Jean Pockets That Show Off (Not Hide) Your Pad -

CHICAGO, Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recent study, 83% of girls feel like they should hide their period products on the way to the bathroom.¹ U by Kotex® is empowering women to embrace their inner confidence and champion transparency around periods, literally. Introducing MaxiMalism Jeans: a limited-edition line of denim jeans designed to proudly feature your pad, not obscure it. After all, roughly 1.8 billion people menstruate every month worldwide.² It's time to end the shame and recognize there is nothing to hide.

With MaxiMalism Jeans, U by Kotex® is taking the most popular hiding place - the back pocket - and transforming it into a showcase. The low-rise blue jeans will feature a special transparent back pocket, encouraging you to carry around your pads shame-free and join in the fight to end period taboo.

Recent research reveals the following true of school age students:

• 76% say there is a negative association that periods are gross and unsanitary³
• 65% agree that society teaches people to be ashamed of their periods⁴
• 85% agree periods should be recognized as an indicator of good health rather than as something dirty or gross.⁵

"U by Kotex® believes a period should never get in the way of women's progress," said Nicole Pawlukowsky, vice president of U by Kotex®. "We strive to end negative perceptions around period products and destigmatize menstrual care. Our MaxiMalism jeans bring that belief to life, by showing that a period is nothing to hide."

The U by Kotex® MaxiMalism jeans will feature a small-batch release of low-rise, medium-wash, perfectly baggy jeans, featuring a transparent pocket that refuses to hide your pad in transit. Consumers can enter for a chance to win* a free pair of MaxiMalism Jeans. The first batch released on October 22 has already sold out, however, additional batches will be released at 12:00 a.m. CT on October 24 and 12:00 a.m. on October 27 at maximalismjeans.com. Learn more about MaxiMalism jeans at @UbyKotex on Instagram and @UbyKotexUS on TikTok.

About Kimberly-Clark
Kimberly-Clark (NYSE: KMB) and its trusted brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we create products that help individuals experience more of what's important to them. Our portfolio of brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, hold No. 1 or No. 2 share positions in approximately 70 countries. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build strong communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. We are proud to be recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies(R) by Ethisphere for the sixth year in a row and one of Fortune's Most Innovative Companies in America in 2024. To keep up with the latest news and to learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit the Kimberly-Clark website.

*No purchase necessary. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Open to only US residents, 18 years of age or older. Starts 10/22/24; Ends 10/29/24. Odds depend on no./timing of entries. Full rules at https://bit.ly/MaximalismGiveaway. Sponsor: Kimberly-Clark Corporation.

¹ According to 2021 study, State of the Period 2021, conducted by Thinx and PERIOD
² According to 2023 study, Period poverty and mental health of menstruators during COVID-19 pandemic: Lessons and implications for the future, conducted by Frontiers in Global Women's Health
³ According to 2021 study, State of the Period 2021, conducted by Thinx and PERIOD
⁴ According to 2021 study, State of the Period 2021, conducted by Thinx and PERIOD
⁵ According to 2021 study, State of the Period 2021, conducted by Thinx and PERIOD

SOURCE Kimberly-Clark Corporation