Primark

[Em_]

I'm finding them good!

Maybe not quite as good as loveluna ones. They are definitely thicker than those, especially in the main gusset area.

Today has been the heaviest I have been in years, which I wasn't expecting, so they have been put to the test more than they normally would! I have been out all day and like I say I was only expecting light spotting but probably was more like light flo. And they coped, no leakages, however when I went to the loo and pulled them back up they definitely felt damp. Which I don't get with loveluna. But then I am heavier than normal and had I not been out I would have definitely changed them.

All in all solid 9/10 from me. Mainly because the price, options for colours/patterns, availability and that they work makes them far more accessible than other brands. They lose a point for a bulky gusset haha

I could only find light flow in my Primark, so they would have been no good for me. It's good to know they work, I'll look out for them.

 

[Cereal Killer]

My local primark is crap! Popped in for some summery bits but they didn’t have a lot of spring/summer in. Lots of pjs, jumpers, hoodies and jeans. I did manage to get some shorts for my son and some pjs for him but nothing for me.

 

[Lizzie Mintdrop]

I've been to Primark in Manchester a number of times since it reopened, it's the usual level of busy I would say, if not a little bit quieter

 

[HoGi]

I went Tuesday mid morning, no queue to get in and only 5 people in the queue to pay.

I think weekends are busier so if you can go midweek it might be quieter.

The stock is still a bit hit and miss but I managed to get a dress I had seen on Instagram (it's going back looks shite), some cycling shorts, sunglasses, socks and a couple of bodysuits.

 

[LaurieLaurie]

I’ve been a couple of times and walked straight in to a quiet shop. Mid afternoon and fully stocked.

 

[madgirlcity]

Due to being quite a small store compared to others, my local almost always barely has anything worth buying in it and is always packed with a huge cue going down the street. My favourite by far is the one in Lakeside Shopping Centre in Thurrock so a few times a year, I go there if I fancy some new clothes.

 

[Poptart]

I haven't been yet since shops reopened but really need a trip there. I love the kids clothes and pajamas as they usually have a good selection. I love the skincare line they have by Alex Steinherr! Also love their PJ's and basics for me.

Does anyone rate their jeans?

 

[CrimeJunkie]

I went today and it was rubbish. There was a queue to get in but it moved really quickly so only took 10 minutes. Loads of the shelves were bare which isn't what I expected!

 

[Happy35]

I went Wednesday about 4pm, it was quite quiet and loads of stuff in lots of size. I think I was there between those doing the school run and the after work shoppers as I walked by later and it looked busier.

I bought knickers, a cardi, 2 T-shirt’s, 2 trousers for work and some makeup.

 

[LaurieLaurie]

I haven't been yet since shops reopened but really need a trip there. I love the kids clothes and pajamas as they usually have a good selection. I love the skincare line they have by Alex Steinherr! Also love their PJ's and basics for me.

Does anyone rate their jeans?

I buy all of my black jeans from Primark, I don’t like a lot of their others but some are ok.

 

[Em_]

Has it quietened down yet? Is any thing left? Was it as good as you remember? What did you buy?!!! Arndale Centre is nearest me.

As in Manchester? I always used to find going to the one in town mid week as soon as soon as it opened to be the best time to go.
Has anyone been to the Chester Primark? That's my nearest one now and I'm desperate to go, but worried about it being busy and a bit of a nightmare.

 

[rlouisep9]

I'm finding them good!

Maybe not quite as good as loveluna ones. They are definitely thicker than those, especially in the main gusset area.

Today has been the heaviest I have been in years, which I wasn't expecting, so they have been put to the test more than they normally would! I have been out all day and like I say I was only expecting light spotting but probably was more like light flo. And they coped, no leakages, however when I went to the loo and pulled them back up they definitely felt damp. Which I don't get with loveluna. But then I am heavier than normal and had I not been out I would have definitely changed them.

All in all solid 9/10 from me. Mainly because the price, options for colours/patterns, availability and that they work makes them far more accessible than other brands. They lose a point for a bulky gusset haha

Thank you for this info! I was quite surprised I actually found some today so I got the pack of 3 for £13 - 2 pairs apparently light-medium flow and one medium-heavy so will see how they hold up.

I started using some of the more expensive brands last year but it's just not affordable for everyone so I'm so glad Primark are trying to compete

 

[HoGi]

I'm reviving this thread because I didn't want to make a duplicate one.

I am curious to see if anyone has tried the heatless curlers from Primark? I'll be traveling to see family for a month and don't want to bother packing a curling iron.

I use their heatless curlers all the time and get lots of compliments. My sister can't get the hang of them.

Definitely practice a few times before you commit to not packing a curler.

Main things I find with any heatless curls:

- They have to be slept on, or you look a bit of a wally walking round all day with a sausage on your head

- They drop quicker than heated curls

- They don't always curl evenly

- As you have to sleep on damp hair it can go frizzier throughout the day

I personally think they both have their uses but I wouldn't rely on heatless curls alone, not unless you are someone who already does it as part of their nightly routine.

 

[Annyct]

Boots have a heartless curler head wrap so you do the heartless curls then it wraps around your head like a headband, I’ve worn it out and about and actually had complements on it headless curls are best done on freshly dry hair, I’ve found they hold their curl of hair is a bit wavy too. So I dry my hair and either wear twisted up or in plaits/rope braids. The curl gives your hair more grip so when I do the heatless
Curls it lasts longer. I’ve also started wearing a satin bonnet over the top which makes it even better although I look like a bell end

 

[nbt]

I'm wearing my period pants today, I got a 18-20 in the midi style and they fit perfectly! Really impressed, they rustle less than others and don't feel like a nappy like some have too! Really impressed with them

I don’t want to derail, but I’m interested in trying these but I’m put off by the fact that apparently you should change them after a few hours, which isn’t convenient if you’re out for the day! Do you find that you do need to change?

 

[Mrs Cucumber]

I went on Friday, didn't queue to get in but the shelves were empty!
I brought some socks, a dress, p.j's (reduced from £11 to £3!), shorts and matching hats for my kids! Hoping to go back another day in the hope they have more stock in.

 

[nyMreb-5fattu-hedgob]

Does anyone know if Primark do thermal tops? As I need to buy some but don’t want to spend too much £!

My local store do. They have a stand near the underwear section with thermal tops and leggings. Black, nude and white and I think they were priced around £8 each.

 

[Tinkerbell cat]

I am going with my sisters on Thursday night. Can't wait to buy half the shop

 

[Mrs Cucumber]

Has anyone tried the period knickers at all? Curious whether they're any good or not.

Primark sell period knickers?! I need more details! I currently use cheeky wipes ones but the lockdown pounds mean I can't sit comfortably in them

 

[hol20x]

Is it the matte one, the Estee Lauder dupe? It's brilliant.

It’s the powder foundation, not sure if that’s the one.

Went today and they didn’t have any of it!! Won’t be braving it again any time soon, only went by on the off chance that there would be no queue.