Let me start by saying these Leakmaster plastic pants are *seriously* thick – like, 'could probably survive a zombie apocalypse' thick. The 7 mil vinyl feels like armor compared to flimsy drugstore options. I’ve worn them over cloth diapers during long flights, and zero leaks (even after that questionable airplane coffee).
**The Good:** The enclosed elastic is a game-changer for sensitive skin—no red marks after all-day wear. The high-back design? Genius. No awkward gaps when bending over. Also, they’re *quiet*—no crinkly embarrassment at the doctor’s office.
**The Quirky:** Sizing is WILD. I’m a 38” waist and the Large swallowed me whole (think ‘clown pants’). Swapped for Medium based on other reviews—perfect fit over bulky diapers. Pro tip: Size DOWN unless you’re layering multiple diapers.
**Durability Check:** Hand-washed mine daily for 3 weeks—no rips yet, but I baby them (hang dry only). One reviewer mentioned tears after machine washing—I wouldn’t risk it.
**Unexpected Perk:** That matte vinyl finish actually looks… decent? Wore them under a tunic at a family BBQ (with discretion), and nobody suspected a thing.
**Final Verdict:** If you need Fort Knox-level protection and don’t mind playing sizing roulette, these deliver. Just treat them gently—they’re tough but not indestructible.