Mooncup
Mooncup is a reusable menstrual cup around two inches long and made from soft silicone rubber. It is worn internally like a tampon, but simply collects menstrual fluid rather than absorbing. Unlike tampons, the Mooncup is not a disposable product, so you only need to buy one, making it a eco-friendly alternative to tampons.
Mooncup comes in 2 sizes:
- Small Mooncup (B) is recommended for first-timers, women who have not given birth (or who have had a cesarean section) or aged below 30.
- Regular Mooncup (A) is recommended for women who have given birth vaginally or who are aged 30 or above.
Both can be trimmed to the length that is right for you.
The smooth surface of the Mooncup allows the mucus membranes of your vaginal wall to continue their essential cleansing and protective functions. A menstrual cup does not absorb your body’s natural defence mechanisms and will not deposit fibres in your vaginal wall.
For your safety this product is made from a special medical grade non-allergic silicone. Silicone is derived from silica which is one of the most abundant minerals on earth.
Mooncup will not cause irritation and is suitable for women with sensitive skin, thrush, eczema or allergy.
The Mooncup will hold 30ml of fluid, – roughly one third of the average total produced each period. A light seal is formed with your vaginal walls allowing your menstrual fluid to pass into the Mooncup without leakage or odour. You will probably find that you need to empty your Mooncup less frequently than you currently replace towels or tampons.
Unlike pads and tampons the Mooncup menstrual cup is reusable, eliminating the need to carry bulky spares. With proper care your Mooncup will last for several years.
Imagine the towels and tampons that you will be disposing of in landfill sites during those years!