Lunette Menstrual Cup - Violet - Reusable Model 1 Menstrual Cup for Light Flow

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The suction seal ensures that no menstrual fluid can escape. Instead, it’s collected in the cup. You can wear the Lunette for 8-12 hours (or a little bit less if you have a very heavy flow). All Lunette menstrual cups are soft and pliable, however, Lunette Cup Model 2 is made of firmer silicone than Lunette Cup Model 1. That’s 3x less hassle when compared to a tampon! It might even be possible to sleep through the night of your heaviest flow. Amazing, right?

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. Do NOT pull on the stem: The stem is used to gain access to the bottom of the cup. If you pull on the stem, it will make the suction stronger and more difficult to remove the cup. This can feel unpleasant or even painful. It will also create a mess since the cup won't be supported or controlled when it exits. There is a whole range of options for menstrual cup firmness. Some people prefer stiff cups which just “pop” open once inside of you. This makes them very easy to insert, with minimal fuss and hassle. Okay, so let’s be real. Your sanitary cup might be leaking, especially for the first few cycles that you’re using it. Leaking, for all menstrual cup brands is very normal when you’re getting the hang of them. Wash your hands and relax your muscles. Grasp the bottom of the cup. To break seal, squeeze the bottom of the cup.

Are menstrual cups messy to use?

You can trim the stem to the correct length. Start small because having some stem is useful for removing the Lunette. Sensitive Vagina? Very heavy bleeding, or gushing, is when your period protection barely works at all. In these instances, you’d need to change the highest absorbency tampon or pad every hour or two, though you may prefer to change it more frequently. T-Shirt Size Guide When it comes to periods, many menstruators are dissatisfied with how tampons and pads can react with them. Some suffer from dryness and skin irritation, while others dislike the chemicals found in disposable products. Many people wonder how often they need to replace a menstrual cup. Lunette Cups are a bit expensive, so it really is a great question, and we’re sure that you don’t want to replace it before you have to.

If you want to have non-messy sex during your period, try a Soft Cup. They are disposable, flat disks that are designed to sit up right under your cervix, unlike the regular ones which sit lower. The Lunette Reusable Menstrual Cup is a bell-shaped silicone cup that promises a comfortable, safe and odorless period for up to 12 hours a day. Unlike tampons, you won’t ‘run out’ of menstrual cups, because they last for years, and only need to be emptied 2-4 times a day. With the Lunette Menstrual Cup, you won’t just be saving money — you’ll be saving the planet, too! On average, menstruators will use 22 disposable products during a cycle — that adds up to a whopping 12,000 during a lifetime! All of that disposable waste adds up, which is where we come in. It’s an eco friendly feminine hygiene solution. You can potentially replace thousands or pads or tampons over the course of a lifetime by making the switch to a reusable product.They define normal as having to change a regular pad or tampon every 3-4 hours. And then a heavy flow as having to change a heavy pad or jumbo tampon in that same time frame, or even sooner. Heavy bleeding is when you need to change a high absorbency tampon or pad every three to four hours, though you may prefer to change more frequently.

Yes absolutely. No chance of any leaking blood down your legs, any escaped strings. I do find that some water leaks into the cup which comes out when the cup is removed. This is fine and if you weren't wearing a cup water would get into your vagina anyway. I always empty my cup after swimming. Full Details In Our Article "Can I Go Swimming With A Cup?" Can I exercise with my menstrual cup in? We recommend something like the Lunette Cup for everyday use. It’s an eco-friendly, economical option. But, consider having a box of SoftCups in your bathroom cupboard for those times when you want to have during your period. Inserting anything into the vagina can tear the hymen, including internal menstrual products. In many countries, the opinion is that the presence of the hymen is not a sign of virginity. In our opinion, a virgin is a person who has not yet had sex. It's your body, so you decide. Simple isn’t it? The key if you find that your cup is leaking is to not give up! It’s a top-quality menstrual cup that has a nice firmness, which means that most people who try it, will eventually figure out how to insert it like a pro. Leaking Tips The capacity of the smaller cup (25ml) is not enough for people with really heavy periods. Instead, we suggest one of these high-capacity cups that can hold up to 40 ml.

We love products made in Europe (as well as North America) because they’re manufactured according to strict stands from top-quality materials. If you want a high quality menstrual cup, you can’t go wrong with the Lunette Cup. It’s manufactured in Finland of the highest quality silicone. Lunette is a company who is serious about providing a great product. That’s basically how a menstrual cup like this one works. Leave a comment below and let us know if you have any questions and we’d be happy to give you additional information. How Does a Period Cup Compare to Tampons A menstrual cup is better for these activities because it has a higher capacity than tampons. There is also no string hanging out like with tampons. When Traveling First things first, wash your hands and clean the Lunette cup by washing it with water and a mild liquid soap free of coloring agents and perfumes. We recommend using our Lunette Cup Cleanser that smells like eucalyptus and is chemical free, making it completely safe for your vagina and pH levels.