Lunette Period Cup – Menstrual Cup with 12h Leak-Free Comfort - Soft 100% Medical-Grade Silicone - Eco-Friendly Pad & Tampon Alternative Reusable for 10 Years - One-for-One Donation – Size 2 Yellow

Now this may be a premature, and TMI review but when you're looking at a menstrual cup I'm assuming that you're okay with a bit of gross talk. This finally came in the post this morning, and after reading alot of advice that essentially said 'practice makes perfect' I decided I should do a dry run to hasten my getting used to it. Obviously I was aware that my being not on my period could affect the process, so to compensate I used a bit of water and tried decreasing the amount of friction through... Well, stimulation, if you get what I'm saying. (I went for a book, but hey that's me being a geek - and no it wasn't fifty shades of grey) I used an origami fold and it went in perfectly fine (I bought the size 1 - perfect for virgins and women who haven't given birth apparently, by the way I fulfill both of these criteria), I couldn't feel it even when sitting down and walking around, but during the first ten minutes I was very aware that I had something in me. After that, nada, I didn't feel a thing. I read that the stem sometimes makes it uncomfortable, but maybe it's something to do with my having a higher cervix but I had no discomfort from it at all. (Although ladies if you do have a high cervix, aparrently the diva cup works wonders - not so much with people with lower ones) Lunette is one of the more expensive brands, but I would say if you're a virgin/haven't given birth, AND you've never used a menstrual cup before, the lunette is probably for you. I haven't used size 2 so I can't really comment on that unfortunately as apparently the size 1 is more flexible and 'soft.' Just a tip if you're getting one, remember to BREAK THE SEAL before attempting to take it out (oh boy, I forgot about that), you'll save yourself some pain. There are some fabulous guides easily accessible by google, so you'll have a load of advice to draw from. Ultimately, the real test will be during my period, so I'll attempt to update this review then. However just two bits of further advice is to make sure you're getting the right size by visiting lunettes website and checking out their table. Also, please don't get a menstrual cup if you're grossed out by collected blood or exploring your anatomy, you'll be doing it. For now, ciao! UPDATE - After using the cup for one cycle, I can now assuredly say this thing is quite amazing. I was right in tackling the learning curve early, as I didn't really encounter any problems. (At one point it managed to get inverted, which was both quite amusing and heavily uncomfortable, but that was due to my trying to hasten the insertion process) On my heavier days, I had to double up using the cup and a pad because of overflowing, but that was because I wasn't comfortable with taking it out in a public bathroom, so I just left it in for about 6 hours at a time. The reason why I wasn't comfortable was because at one point I accidentally dropped the cup on my bathroom floor, and it genuinely looked like I had murdered someone. I wouldn't want to risk that in public. So until I'm more experienced in taking it out, I'm playing safe. On my lighter days, there was no leaking and I felt fresh! I even wore this on a 12 hour flight and it was brilliant, way more comfortable than wearing a pad. Cleaning it is easy, I just sterilised it as recommended by the guide which came with it, and then before I used it I rinsed it in boiling water. After that just quick rinses with water before each insertion will do I think, as I don't have any non-irritating soaps. I will put it in boiling water before each cycle though. No icky stuff gets caught on anything, so you don't really have to get down and dirty. The suction holes are big enough and can be cleaned with not much effort. My one is purple, so it won't be as easily discoloured as the clear one - although I did order the clear one and a purple one came in the post instead! I was going abroad the next day, so I just used it anyway but it was a bit of a 'meh' moment. And now for what I have noticed: Using this cup has completely eliminated stains. Many a time in the past, and I know this is a problem for many women, I woke up and stared downcast at a bloodied sheet in the morning. Well not with this! (if you double up with a pad on your heavier days). I've said goodbye to stains and feeling uncomfortable throughout the night. In the mornings I feel fresh and we'll rested, something you really need when you're on your period. I've also noticed a lack of odour. I have a bit of a sensitive nose so the smell of oxidised blood was never pleasant to me. Now however, I cannot smell anything! This is fantastic for anyone with a keen sense of smell. To sum up, this is an amazing product and I cannot sing it's praises enough. But please be aware, we all have different body structures so thoroughly research your model before buying a cup. What works for me may not work for you, but due to the lunettes size and softness, perhaps it is the closest thing to a universal cup? Size 1 at least. To conclude, having my period was always an inconvenience. But now, I can soldier through it feeling fresh! You can't really put a price on that. And it will only get better as I get more adept at using it, and I become aware of my own cycle and it's properties. I know I mentioned using pads in this review, which may be a bit counterproductive for those of you concerned with the environment. But that was just because of my inexperience in using the cup, and I'm sure in the future I won't have too. I hope this has been a useful review for you! Lunette - 1 year on. I have some additional information that might prove useful, so I thought I would update this review. I would like to focus on the importance of body type. I have noticed that some women are having problems inserting the size 1, with it being too big and therefore painful - this is the case for some women even if they have given birth! This is why I think it is very important to look at your bone structure/body type before getting a product like this. If, like me, you have a heavy blood flow and broad shoulders, hips and everything in between - despite being a virgin - I would say get a size 2. Retrospectively, that is what I think I should have done; I should have gone against advice and gotten the size 2, despite me not filling some of the criteria. Conversely, if you are petite, small boned and slender, you should probably lean more towards the size 1. I must admit however, I may just be an odd ball, body wise - I've always had very broad shoulders, thick feet and huge thighs even as a child, so I cannot claim that my advise is infallible! But I still think, for all you slender and thick women out there, this is something to keep in mind for sure - don't just go by the criteria, look at your body. Hopefully, this makes sense. Secondly, I would like to talk about smell. I have noticed a smell recently, and while it is not very pleasant it is also not very strong. It smells a bit like cauliflower… It is at its strongest right after I take it out, and the least noticeable after I wash it. I don't worry about it at all, because you can't smell it otherwise. Just something to note. The colour is also starting to fade a bit, but I never really cared about the colour to begin with. If by any chance you have a heavy flow and your cup is full, be warned! If you remove the seal you may get blood pouring down your hand and onto the floor, or on your trousers - both of which I have experienced. This has only happened on my heaviest days, and thankfully when I was at home, but I think if you are in public and your cup seems to be full, remove it with small movements and with caution or try taking it out before it gets full if possible. Now, for cramps, the thing I am most pleased about. My cramps are almost non-existent now! I cannot pin this exactly on the lunette, but it does seem to have helped with it at least a bit. My cramps used to be terrible and debilitating, but now I can carry on as usual. So does my 5 star rating persist after 1 year? You bet it does. I still think this is a life changing product, and I would recommend it to any woman.

I has always been interested in a cup but could never find an appropriate time to try it out. Then Covid hit and I was put on furlough for a month. I purchased a cup (not Lunette) and tried it out and fell in love with the ease and convenience. Only issue I had was with leaking so I searched putacupinit and took the quiz lunette came up as one of my options and the colours sold me honestly 2 days later it arrived and I was excited to try something new, I had read the reviews and likewise to my other cup they were raving. Watched a few YouTube videos as well which sold me on this. I bought the orange one to begin with and fell in love with the bright out there colour which most other brands seem to steer away from My first cycle with Lunette - NO LEAKS ! My only con with the lunette (but is an issue with our brands anyways - just a me problem) is the long stem, I have had to cut it pretty much to the base of the cup or I can feel it and it’s uncomfortable. Once the stem is removed I can not feel the cup ever ! I haven’t been told I’ve got a low cervix however this is something I am aware of during that time of the month (cervix height changes throughout your cycle) I have tried and tested this cup to the extreme on very heavy days and also on very light days, which it suits both thankfully. I have filled the cup up to the brim and thankfully my body can tell - I can feel bubbles down there which indicate it’s full No more ruined underwear, no more stained bedsheets and reduced cramps ALSO HELPING THE ENVIRONMENT! Give it a go - you’ve not got a lot to lose other than kicking yourself for not trying it sooner For reference - purchased Model 2 (I have tried model 1 however not a fan of how soft the material is and also fill it up too quick) never pregnant, heavy flow, not one bit active ** Model 2 is a firmer material but not too firm easy to manipulate and insert - I use the punch down fold.

I am 42 years old and this is the time time I have used a menstrual cup. Why have I never heard of these before? Because I suffer with extreme blood loss every month and also pre-menopause, Tampax and sanity towels just didn't work anymore I found them sweaty uncomfortable and dirty...... Yes ladies I suffer terrible periods to the point I worry about leaving the house.. After doing some research I ordered this.. I boiled the cup for 20 minutes and decided to give it a go.. It was fine going in but coming out was very painful because I had not read the instructions properly.. Please make sure you break the seal(suction) before trying to pull it out.. My best advice is use two fingers and pinch down around the middle of the cup then gently rock the cup side to side and also bare down and it will pop out. I have a low cervix so didn't need to push up too far and it is very comfortable to wear. I was sceptical at first but this is truly a wonderful solution for women who suffer with heavy periods ... I only wear this in the daytime for 8 hours and only on my heavy days. The only negative is it's messy and my advice would be to remove the cup sitting down over the toilet not swatting on the floor. I work mainly from home so isn't a problem for me as the sink is next to me. Not sure if I would be comfortable using this out In a public toilet but people do ...perhaps using a disabled toilet would be the best bet. It's a fantastic product and I couldn't recommend this enough to women.. It' environmentally healthier,saves you a lot of money in the long run.. I would also recommend the reusable pads by precious stars they are great for nighttime.

I have to start by admitting that I was always one of those people who thought the idea of a menstrual cup was a little gross but after seeing a couple of videos on YouTube with people saying how much better they felt for it (less cramps and side effects!), I decided it was worth a go at least. I'm trying to reduce the amount of plastic I use little by little and when you read how many disposable sanitary products one woman uses in her life, this is a real way to make a big difference. Having used this for one cycle, I'm already so glad I gave it a try! I now see exactly why everyone was talking about how much more comfortable, easy and cleaner it felt to us the cup over disposable products and I don't think I will ever go back! The things I personally like are: - The comfort - honestly I can't even feel it most of the time! Unlike a tampon which is solid and static, the silicone of the cup moves with your body so that you would hardly know it was there. - The cleanliness - this was something that I never expected from using a cup - I feel cleaner than I ever have during a period and almost forgot I was having it at times! - The ease of use - another surprise - it took me around a day or two to get used to using the cup but now I have, it's really easy to use and very quick to empty and replace! - The peace of mind - cups can be worn for up to 12 hours and as they aren't absorbing like a tampon, the risk of TSS is extremely low. No more worrying if you sleep for over 8 hours! A few tips that I have learnt along the way are below, I won't go into detail but if you are easily grossed out by these things, be warned! - Before you buy a cup, find out which one will be best for you. I love the Lunette, it isn't too large and it is soft silicone, it also comes with a nice pouch to keep it out of the way when not in use but there are a lot on the market and everyone is different. Look up the "Put a cup in it" quiz online - if you answer a few questions, they will recommend the best one for you. (Having said that, all of my friends who have done the quiz since I told them how good this is all ended up with Lunette as well!) - Have a good read of the instructions when the cup arrives. There are also some great videos on the Lunette YouTube page with some tips as well as some really useful honest advice from other vloggers on there about cups in general and the Lunette. Watch them before you give it a go and it will help way more than words alone do! In particular, Sarah Tran's page on YouTube was a real help to me with her tips! - In terms of getting the cup in, I find the "C fold" the best for me as it seems easiest to hold but there are other folds, some are bigger, some are smaller. I had a couple of occasions where I couldn't get the cup to "pop" open but found that if I stood up fully and then bent back down, it had sorted itself so perhaps that was something about the angle I was stood at (squatting!) - Once inserted, Lunette recommend feeling around the edge of the cup to ensure it is fully opened. This ensures that you have a proper seal on it. I have checked every time and have had no leaks whatsoever but I definitely wouldn't have noticed the not popping open issue mentioned above if I hadn't done that check and I would have ended up with leaks. - I have had spotting once or twice immediately after emptying. This seems to essentially just be the bits not caught while you are changing but honestly it's such a small amount, I wouldn't worry. - Changing in the shower is a game changer! You can just empty away down the drain and obviously everything is all clean in the shower! - Once you have watched a couple of videos online, you will see a lot of people mentioning cutting the stem of the cup off for comfort if it protrudes. I found that the stem didn't protrude but that it was uncomfortable and caused almost an itchy feeling - I think perhaps it is the ridges which cause the uncomfort. I was concerned about needing the stem to remove the cup so didn't want to cut it all off at once so I did it in stages, cutting first above the first stem ridge but finding it still uncomfortable. In the end I cut to just above the highest stem ridge. That gives a little bit of stem to grab if needed and actually now makes the cup so much more comfortable - to the point that I can't even feel it most of the time!! - Removing the cup was the point I was most concerned about and felt like would be the most "icky". In terms of actual removal, the best tip I can give you that I found online and which works brilliantly (apologies if TMI!) is to squat down and to push as if you are going for a number 2! The muscles will then do a lot of the work for you and bring the cup lower so that you can easily grab the bottom of it. Remember that there is a seal on it and not to just pull it out as that will be very uncomfortable! Bring it out by pinching the base and moving it back and forth, the seal will break and come out. As for the "icky" factor - bizarrely it feels cleaner than a pad or tampon to me! You are only ever touching the outer cup where there is no blood and you pour it away and wash immediately! I've never had the cup more than even a third full when I've emptied it so it's not like it's full to the brim! - The amount you empty the cup will depend on your body and how often you need it. I find that I can empty in the morning, then again when I get home from work (avoiding the awkward changing in work toilets!) and then again just before bed. You can wear for up to 12 hours as long as the cup isn't too full but if you do need to change at work or in public, disabled or baby changing toilets are great for having a sink in them (obviously if there are disabled people or a parent and child waiting for those facilities, I'm not recommending going ahead of them!) - Finally on cleaning - there are cleaning products available through Lunette and other brands. Having done some research these are not an essential product, just an extra if you want them. It is perfectly fine to simply boil the cup between cycles and to rinse in hot water when emptying. That said, I have seen that the Lunette wipes can be used in place of boiling the cup between cycles and so I will likely buy a pack of those for when I am on holiday and boiling isn't an option.

My first time using a menstrual cup so I can't give five stars because I don't know if this is better or worse than any other menstrual cup. Once I figured this hundred percent out I will come back to update my review. Here are my pros : - much safer to use than tampons ( no risk of sepsis or that shock you can get when using a tampon) - especially good overnight while sleeping , no need to get up in the middle of the night and change. I find it too unsafe to use a tampon for more than 8 hours and pads get soaked through overnight. My main reason of trying a menstrual cup was actually the overnight issue. I always got worried about leakage when wearing a pad overnight to the point where I would start using a towel underneath me on some days. Five stars for this cup for not having me worried anymore. - much more hygienic - safes money and hustle of buying tampons every month! More than the money it's actually the hustle free part I enjoy as i normally always forget that I ran out of tampons n then frantically start looking for extras, even worse when I'm at work n need to run to the next store - con - not something U can easily use from the first day. I'm on my second cycle n I'm only slowly getting used to it - so far i did have a couple of moments where the cup felt uncomfortable but I'm still in the process of figuring out if that's because I still don't have the hang of it or if that's because of my body - I feel like the air holes r difficult to clean - I have been feeling it while wearing it a couple of times as well but again not sure if that's me doing something wrong Tip for removing it: try squeezing it out whilst pulling it , that makes it a lot easier. So far I wasn't able to just pull it out without squeezing. It feels like ur laying an egg, kind of funny actually.

I read lots of reviews and thoughts on which cups were recommended and safe etc as I wanted to ditch the tampon and pads that I have become quite guilty about using given the impact on the environment etc. But naturally back in school, years ago these never existed so it was quite a scary concept being bold enough to not only trust the product that I was to insert in to myself but also have faith that it was going to do the job! I’m in my 30s, never had children and do get what I would describe as a moderate to heavy flow. I also have an iud coil and was unsure really how I’d feel about having a cup in there. Firstly the packaging is simple and all recyclable. It comes with a small cotton bag for storing and carrying discreetly. The instructions are not extensive but I don’t think they need to be. On receipt of your cup you are advised to boil in water for 10 mins to ensure it is utterly Sterile and ready for first use (when it’s cooled naturally) Having used size 2 over the course of several months now I feel happy to review. Firstly getting it in: the instructions give you a few illustrated examples of how you might find it best to insert. I find it easiest to pinch in half with some smart finger work! To be honest there isn’t really an ‘easy’ way of going about getting it in, but I do think you can help yourself out by getting the most access. Your First go is most definitely easiest straight after a shower. You’re clean and you can crouch in ‘frog position’ for easiest access. I’m right handed so find it easier to pinch fold the cup in half just below the rim in the centre whilst using the v on my left index fingers to help widen as right hand guides! Don’t be alarmed if It makes its own way north, this is normal and actually the further north the better! If your pinch fails, brace! this may make you jump. But keep breathing as this will help relax those muscles! The rim causes a vacuum which is how it holds in so well throughout the time you have it in. If you have the stem and some cup sticking ‘out’ then it is not in far enough. It might feel momentarily fine whilst your in frog but it won’t once your stood! I find the best way of encouraging it further north is to slip one finger down the back of the cup (inside) gently press the rim toward the other side of the rim (this will widen the cup inside but create air flow out of you in order for the cup to be moved up inside further. Once the cup is completely inside and the stem is mostly in, release the finger and the vacuum will resume. I find it’s in place when you can only really feel the very tip of the stem when stood up. I would not cut the stem as there will be times when you need to coax it down before you can get it out. if it feels to long still once you’ve inserted, repeat the last step and shuffle it further north again to minimise on the stem poking out? It takes a little getting used to the unusual sensation but so long as it’s not uncomfortable or causing discomfort then you are good to go. The cup can be worn for up to 12 hours continuously and should not need any intervention throughout the day. You can have bowel movements as per normal though the first time it might feel a little unnerving! It sort of feels like it’s making a break for it when you have a number 2, but so far this has never actually happened to me!! Again it’s about learning to trust and get used to the sensations! I have exercised with it in without issue, though I haven’t been swimming yet! Getting it out: much like my thoughts on getting it in, it’s more about giving yourself maximum access and working on your technique! First of all think about the situation? it might be a little messy the first few goes so be prepared! I pull trousers etc right down to my ankles, giving you nice wide knees. I tend to sit as far back as I possibly can on the toilet seat. This enables you to reach forward without to much fuss under neath. Finally before anything else I take 2-3 squares of loo roll and place them folded slightly next to me. (Once it’s out and poured away you’ll want to pop it down momentarily whilst you finish tidying before heading to the sink to wash up!) So! Breathing definitely helps, if you can push with what muscle you have inside to really force it south in the first instance that’s a plus, but it shouldn’t be too much trouble reaching the stem. I find pinching gently just above the stem to guide it back down is a good start, you can gently pull the stem itself but I find this quite fiddly and not very productive. Pinch just above means you can direct it out however this alone will not a) possibly even allow for its exit and b) be comfortable at all if I’m honest! By pulling the cup straight out you are fighting the vacuum which holds it in in the first place. Much like inserting, once you’ve got your grip and are able to gently tilt, with the other hand slide one finger in and again press the rim toward the other side of the rim, the vacuum will break and it’ll slide straight out. You can then pour the contents in the loo below you, and place on you prepared loo roll squares. Once you’re sorted simply rinse under cold water first to avoid staining, then wash under warm water and let air dry. I purchased the Lunette wash to which seems to do the job with the tiniest blob each day I use it. I expect the wash will last me a year or 2 which makes it very good value for money. All in all I’m so pleased with my Lunette cup! I’ve not used a single tampon for months now. I must say, I know the cup can be worn if removed, rinsed and replaced. But I feel more comfortable have 12 in 12 out, so I now only buy night towels to have in once I’ve done my day in a cup! This is saving me a fortune and has meant I’ve been able to save on wasting 3 other types of sanitary products! I think every female should have one of these in their lives and should definitely give it a go!!!

This is a really great product and I’m currently on my second month of use so I thought I would share my thoughts. Pros: Waste free. I now have zero plastic waste for my period. 12 hrs between needing a change. So I don’t have to spend so much time in the bathroom. Comfortable (once I snipped the tail off). I forget I’m wearing it and no smell or leaking. Not dried out. Cons: Can be a bit messy. Thanks to lockdown I’m working from home, I can’t imagine emptying this in a public bathroom, I’m sure people do but that’s just me. Can be a bit gross and does involve poking around with it to get it in the right place and to make sure it’s unfolded. Overall I was really scared about getting one but I’m so glad I did. I would really recommend reading the website as the small bit of paper that comes with it doesn’t tell you everything. Happy period. Edit 2 years later Still really happy with this product but I have noticed a few things. - if you don’t get it in right and are walking around it can start to push out and be extremely uncomfortable. I’ve only found this when being active and only when I haven’t put in correctly. All other times I forget I’m wearing it. - it has only leaked once and that was when I forgot I was wearing it and didn’t empty in probably 10/12 hrs. So 100% my fault. - Always break the seal before pulling out. From what I’ve read it can pull things around inside if you don’t break the deal first. All in all I still love the cup. It hasn’t degraded or faded, there’s no smell or stains. All I will say is you really do have to take the time and effort to make sure it’s correctly inserted to make sure you’ll have a good time.

After ordering my cup (for the first time in my life) I was excited for my period. Unfortunately it took a long time to come as my hormones have been a bit messed up. When it did come, I had watched all the videos and read all the blogs on what to do so I felt prepared. It was a lot earlier to use than I was expecting and although a bit sore to take out, generally comfortable. I wish I could say that I had the magical life changing experience that other users had, but unfortunately I got a bladder infection while/after using my cup. I was anal about cleaning my cup and hands, so I'm not sure if the cup caused it. However, because I was using the cup for the first time (and was very stressed at the time) I did not recognise that I had a UTI. I thought that the blood was spotting from the end of my period, that needing to pee all the time was because of the cup putting pressure on my bladder, and thought the stinging and pain was because I had taken it out incorrectly. By the time it clicked that I had an infection, I was unfortunately working in a country which only had squat toilets and had no access to a doctor. I got my hands on a friend's old pack of antibiotics in the end, thank goodness but didn't use my cup for my next two periods. Am using the cup again and it's all been dandy and I love it, but I thought I would share my unfortunate experience so people others don't make the mistake of not being aware of an infection.