Every year tampons, pads and panty liners are responsible for 200.000 tonnes of waste. In the UK alone 4,5 million disposable period products are flushed down the toilet every day. These products contain plastic, which ends up in landfills, sewage and the oceans. These products also contain toxins, which further add to the damaging impact to our planet.
Menstrual cups are easy to use, they provide long lasting and secure protection. Menstrual cups can be used for up to 12 hours at a time and only require a quick wash before you can use it again.
What’s the alternative? Reusable menstrual cups. 528 tampons to 1 cup, 3 kg to 30 grams.
Menstrual cups are easy to use, they provide long lasting and secure protection. Menstrual cups can be used for up to 12hours at a time and only require a quick wash before you can use it again.
How to use:
1. Wash hands and the cup. During first use and at the end of every period boil the cup for a few seconds in boiling water.
2. Choose an insertion technique that best suits you. Two of the most popular ones are c-fold and punch down. Visit https://www.organicup.com/how-to-use-a-menstrual-cup/for visual guidance.
3. Wear up to 12 hours.
4. To remove, wash hands again.
5. Gently pull on the stem and use your abdominal muscles to push it down. Give the base a slight pinch to release the suction.
6. Empty and wash.
7. Re-use
