There is provided a distribution/retention layer for personal care products
which is a nonwoven fabric having retention materials and distribution
materials in a side-by-side configuration as rows, stripes, channels, etc.
These rows may be continuous or discontinuous and may be straight, wavy,
or in other patterns. This construction allows liquid to wick along the
distribution rows and to be absorbed by the retention material along a
broad front on either side. Such a construction more fully utilizes the
absorbent core, producing cost and weight savings. This construction also
provides greater comfort to a wearer.
There is further provided personal care products having the nonwoven web as
a component.
