Menstrual cups have been around since at least the 1860s. However, they weren’t marketed until American actress and singer Leona Chalmers began promoting her patented catamenial receptor, now known as a menstrual cup, in the 1930s. Squeeze bottom to release suction: This is the key - the bottom of the cup has ridges for gripping. Grip the bottom and tweek the cup to the side. The idea is to pull an edge away from the vaginal wall to release suction. You will hear it when this happens. Many people want to know whether or not they should choose the Lunette Cup or the Diva Menstrual Cup. In reality, both are great period cups and you couldn’t go wrong with either of them. Although the manufacturer says the DivaCup should be replaced every 12 months, many people report using them for a lot longer than that.

All Lunette menstrual cups are soft and pliable, however, Lunette Cup Model 2 is made of firmer silicone than Lunette Cup Model 1.The Saalt Soft Menstrual Cup is made with ultra-soft, medical-grade silicone that’s designed to be extra gentle. That makes it a good choice for people who experience bladder sensitivity, cramping, or discomfort with firmer menstrual cups. According to contraceptive ring instructions, you'll remove the ring after 21 days and your periods will be during the ring-free week. Lunette’s mission is to change the world one cup at a time by having honest and inspiring conversations about menstruation.

Another situation where you might want to use a menstrual cup is when traveling. You just have to think carefully about washing it. Although it can be a bit of a hassle having to clean your menstrual cup with potable water, the small inconvenience outweighs any negatives. For many, there is a learning curve when it comes to the first few cycles. Not to worry! We’re the go-to-people for any menstrual cup questions you may have. Seriously, any.Our founder, Heli, designed Lunette when there were only three cups on the market. Now with over 150 brands to choose from, Lunette is the only one passing the vigorous Danish chemical safety test. Your period is over — now what?: When your period is over, disinfect your cup by boiling in water for 5-10 minutes. Lunette should be disinfected before and after your periods. Leaving your cup to soak can help to remove discolouration and smells. Rubbing alcohol, lemon juice or a 50/50 mixture of water and vinegar are all great natural ingredients that you use to freshen up your cup. After soaking for an hour, just make sure to boil your cup for 20 minutes to remove any residue (you’re welcome!).

Yes, your cup might start to smell if you don’t take proper care of it. How do you prevent your cup from smelling? First off, know that just because it smells doesn’t mean it’s dirty! We ALL have different bodies, which also means different body odors ;). We can't emphasize this enough – boil your cup for 20 minutes every time BEFORE and AFTER every cycle, rather than 10 minutes. Another benefit of using a menstrual cup is that you can leave it in for up to 12 hours, meaning it’s a practical option for using overnight, when you’re out on long travels, exercising or while working shifts where changing a tampon or pad regularly might not be possible. The Lunette has a capacity 3x more than a jumbo tampon. Who wants to stop an epic journey to deal with their period? Yeah, didn’t think so.Everything you need for a more sustainable, fuss-free period. Our period products are designed with love towards our planet – and your vagina. Our award-winning menstrual cup will transform the way you manage your flow. We change your periods, so you can change the world. This award-nominated menstrual cup from certified B Corp&Sisters comes in three sizes: A, B and teen. Suitable to be worn for up to 12 hours, the cup comes in a chic pastel pink colour and has a patented “pebble” stem, which fans of the product say makes removal of the product easier. Cleaning during your period: First, tip the blood into the toilet. Rinse with cold water and then wash with warm water. Use Lunette’s specially formulated menstrual cup wash to make it squeaky clean.