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Weekly Recap: Unicharm Introduces Sofy in Brazil, Inertia Launches Feminine Pads with Bio-Based Core in the U.S. & More

The most-viewed news on our site for the week ended March 14, 2026

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By: Tara Olivo

Associate Editor at Nonwovens Industry

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Here’s your weekly recap—the most-viewed news stories on our site for the week ended March 14, 2026.

Unicharm has officially introduced Sofy, Japan’s leading feminine care brand, to the Brazilian market. By combining world-class Japanese engineering with extensive local consumer insights, Unicharm has launched “Sofy Real Frescor.” This innovative product features a unique “cooling effect” and a hint of mint aroma, designed to prevent a stuffy feeling and provide unmatched breathability—a true gamechanger for the local climate.

Meanwhile, South Korean femtech company Inertia is entering the U.S. market with a patented plant-derived alternative to traditional period pads. The company has launched Prism Pads, which use its Labocell core technology, a cellulose-based absorbent matrix engineered to manage menstrual flow while remaining lightweight, breathable and flexible.

Here are our top 3 most-viewed stories from the past week:

1. Unicharm Introduces Sofy in Brazil

2. Inertia Launches Feminine Pads with Bio-Based Core in the U.S.

3. Pura Launches Newborn Size Diapers

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