Absorbent Pads are a thin and highly absorbent alternative to bulky diaper-like undergarments and provide a simple, discreet and effective solution to light Accidental Bowel Leakage (ABL). The adhesive-free pads absorb 13 times their weight in water and are easily changed in the privacy of a restroom stall. These versatile pads also serve as post-surgical anoperineal dressings and are excellent for use in the application of skin protectants such as zinc oxide.