-You can not feel it when it is inserted correctly. -Collects your period instead of absorbing it. -You can sleep with it in. -Does not leak when placed correctly. -Made of soft silicone for medical use. -You do not need pads, tampons or panty liners as complement.
Comfortable
-Usually only needs to be emptied 2-4 times per day. -You can swim, work out, sleep and do whatever you want to even on your period. -You do not need to bring a few extra, ONE is enough. -The MonthlyCup has a ball stem that does not need to be cut and therefore reduces the risk of chafing.
Environmentally friendly
-Reusable for up to 5 years. -One menstrual cup replaces about 1,600 tampons and pads. -Does not release any harmful chemicals either at manufacutring or combustion. -During a lifetime you will only need 7 menstrual cups in comparison with 12,000 tampons and pads.
The advantages are many! Here are some
- A smarter menstrual protection.
Benefits
Menstrual Cup
Tampong
Pads
You can't see it or feel it
Yes
Yes
No
You can perform any kind of physical activity
Yes
Yes
No
You don't have to bring any other sanitary products
Yes
No
No
You can leave it in for 12 hours straight
Yes
No
No
Economy
Menstrual Cup
Tampong
Pads
One menstrual cup can be used for up to five years
Yes
No
No
Is the most economical choice
Yes
No
No
Health
Menstrual Cup
Tampong
Pads
Is the most hygienic choice
Yes
No
No
Can cause pH changes in the vagina
No
Yes
No
Can cause vaginal dryness
No
Yes
No
May contain bleach
No
Yes
Yes
Can cause bacterial infections
No
Yes
No
Can cause yeast infections
No
No
Yes
Can cause allergic reactions
No
Yes
Yes
May contain traces of Lead
No
Yes
Yes
May contain traces of Arsenic
No
Yes
Yes
Environment
Menstrual Cup
Tampong
Pads
Environmentally sustainable - reusable
Yes
No
No
Is the most environmentally friendly choice
Yes
No
No
Contributes to waste
No
Yes
Yes
Together we have saved the earth 104197729 pads and tampons
On average, you use 12,000 tampons and pads in a lifetime - or SEVEN menstrual cups. It makes a huge difference to the world's garbage!
