Abstract: An absorbent article, such as, for example, a diaper, that is toxin-free and made from plant-based, biobased, all natural, clean ingredients. In one embodiment, the absorbent article is a diaper made from plant-based resin, comprising: (i) a first layer, wherein the first layer is a cotton top sheet with a wax-based coating deposited on an exterior surface of the first layer (adjacent to the wearer's skin, or “user-facing”); and (ii) a second layer, wherein the second layer is an acquisition/distribution layer (ADL), and wherein the ADL is comprised of two sub-layers of different materials, a first sublayer comprising an apertured film acquisition sub-layer disposed on top of, and laminated to, a second sub-layer comprising a non-woven acquisition layer.

Abstract: Herein is disclosed a biodegradable absorbent article having a natural fiber cake which may include a mixture of plant fibers and plant pulp, such as from a banana plant, and in embodiments, includes an absorbent article having a permeable top sheet; a natural fiber cake that may be derived from plant material such as the banana plant; a water-insoluble back sheet; and an optional superabsorbent polymer, and wherein the absorbent article may be used for many purposes such as a sanitary napkin or urinary incontinence pads.

Abstract: Herein is disclosed a biodegradable absorbent article having a natural fiber cake which may include a mixture of plant fibers and plant pulp, such as from a banana plant, and in embodiments, includes an absorbent article having a permeable top sheet; a natural fiber cake that may be derived from plant material such as the banana plant; a water-insoluble back sheet; and an optional superabsorbent polymer, and wherein the absorbent article may be used for many purposes such as a sanitary napkin or urinary incontinence pads.