Disclosed is a colored absorbent article, comprising a sanitary pad, panty shield and liner that is adapted to provide a user a means to conceal the presence of the article by matching its outward appearance with the users undergarments, while providing a means to easily monitor menstruation from the interior surface of the article. The article comprises an inner layer, one or a plurality of outer layers and a peelable film, revealing adhesive on the outer layer surface. In a preferred embodiment, the pad comprises an inner absorbent layer of durable, breathable and absorbent material, backed by an outer layer that is color matched with an undergarment and having a removable film outer surface with an uplifting message thereon. Alternate embodiments contemplate several outer layers, each layer having a different color to match a different undergarment. The article is biodegradable and comprises an imbedded fragrance that matches its outward coloration.