We're sorry you didn't find these to be as thick as expected, and that you had issues with adhesive remaining behind. We offer a wide range of products for the varied needs of our consumers, with different sizes, styles and absorbencies available. As well, our product go through numerous quality checks to ensure quality and performance. If you find adhesive is left on an undergarment, a normal wash cycle should remove any residue. If any is still present after laundering, try pre-treating with a liquid detergent such as Tide Liquid and re-wash. Your satisfaction is very important to us, and we'd like to gather some additional details to further help with this. Please give us a call at 1-800-888-3115 from 9AM — 6PM EST Monday – Friday.