Sexual encounters for mature consumers are linked to positive health outcomes, including improved cardiovascular health, lower depression rates, and higher quality of life. However, traditional notions of mature underwear often focus solely on comfort or incontinence management. There is a growing need to bridge the gap between functional needs and sexual expression (sometimes referred to as "mature sex pants" in colloquial terms), acknowledging that desire, arousal, and the need for feeling desired do not diminish with age.
Women's use of intimate apparel as subtle sexual signals in committed, heterosexual relationships. Sexual scripts among young heterously active men and women.
The "asexual older adult" stereotype can make finding specialized, stylish, and mature intimate apparel difficult.