The Mooncup Original Menstrual Cup Reviews

4.4 Rating 569 Reviews

About Mooncup:

Mooncup began with a clear goal: to give people a healthier, sustainable way to manage their periods.

Back in 2002, we launched the world’s first medical-grade silicone menstrual cup, pioneering a movement that put health and the planet first. We saw an industry where profit came before people, ingredients were hidden, and plastics reigned, so we challenged the status quo.

Now, we're on a mission to become the world’s biggest sustainable period care brand. We’ve just launched Mooncup period pads into Sainsbury’s, Boots, Holland & Barrett and Look Fantastic. We’re also partnering with workplaces, gyms and hotels (like Canva, Danone, Third Space, Gymshark and Claridge’s) to offer free period care in bathrooms.

We use only science-backed, body-safe ingredients because your period products should work with your body, not against it.

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“It is small, reliable with no leackage. I have already recommend it to many ladies!!!! I should have tried it sooner.It helps to minimise the flow and pain :)You will feel cleaner, with no odour being released and you also avoid any rash from the sanitary pads.It feels more comfortable than a tampon.You either clean it with clean water, or wipe with a clean tissue if uncertain for the quality of the water.There is no need to remove it every time you use the toilet. You will get to learn on how to use it and how often you need to empty it.When your are finished with it, for the month, you can wash it with warm water and store it in its carry bag until next time.You may find it a bit awkward using it but once you do use it you are going to love it. It holds up to 13ml of liquid.There are two technics of how to insert or remove it and you need to find, by practice, which one is more confortable for you.By using it, it saved me lots of trips to the toilet when away from home. Surely, I recommend it to every one.”

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“I wasn't going to buy one of these going by the terrible reviews but I'm glad I did.The freedom of not wearing tampons and pads which will still soak my underwear is great. I don't need to wear horrible pants whenever I have my period and never feel self conscious about wetness or smell.The instructions on the leaflet are simple and clear. I don't understand how some women have had such disastrous experiences including leaking and pain. I originally cut the pull tab off completely as it had rubbed and nipped but found the cup had moved further inside. I thought I wouldn't be able to get the cup out but the technique I use is to tense as if doing pelvic floor exercises and it will push down so I can take it out.It has never been an inconvenience when I've been out to empry and clean and dont find it gross at all. The cup only needs to be changed every 12 hours. If youre going to be going out shopping or out for the night then simply clean the cup out before you leave and when you get home!I have heavy periods and have never even half filled the cup so I question some women who say they filled the cup in a few hours and it leaked. 13ml is the half way point of the cup.It's quite good to see measurements on the cup so you can keep a better track of your flow and know roughly how much blood you're losing per period and know where in your period you are. For me who has very irregular periods this is good for me. There's no need to buy boxes of different absorbancies, one cup us all you need.The instructions say it takes a few days to get used to insertion but within a day I was used to it and it was totally fine. I practiced using the different techniques mentioned in the instructions and found the one that best suited me. Mooncup also have videos of techniques on their website and its not any more hassle than unwrapping a tampon, pulling it out and inserting. It's easier, less mess and less rubbish.I'm yet to have any incidences of spilling blood everywhere or having blood on my hands like most terrible reviews have stated. I don't think these women really have much of a clue about their anatomy if they can't take a cup out which is similar to removing a tampon.”

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“Takes a bit of getting used to but this is a great product! Saving loads of money and helping the environment! I have very heavy periods and the mooncup was excellent! As i said it does take a while to get used to it and i wasn't really convinced i had it right all of the time? I'm over 40 with no children and bought the size A, but i think the size B would probably have been better!”

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“I think once I learn how to use it properly I'll be a huge fan. This is my second period using it and I am having fewer and fewer leaks. I is also getting more confortable.I am already saving money, though. I usually go through 2 or 3 boxes of tampons per period and I don't need them anymore!”

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“I have to confess that when I first heard about these 20 years ago the idea revolted me. However, about a year ago my sister mentioned them to me again as a convert. I finally decided to take the plunge and try one. If I didn't like it, I could always go back to what I was already using. For me it was about finding something better than pads. Tampons had been too painful to use for quite a while, but pads are frankly horrid, and not environmentally friendly either. Having never been someone who could use tampons without an applicator, and having read some of the horror story reviews here though I was nervous. After 4 months I am now ready to write a proper review.1) Give it time. It takes a while to work out the best way to insert it, to know if its inserted properly, and to be confident that it won't leak. I suggest wearing a liner the 1st couple of times just incase2) Don't be scared to cut the 'tail' off - just don't do it straight away, you need to practice removing it without 1st!3) 'Wiggling' the cup to remove it helps break the seal4) Persevere, I promise its worth itThe final convincer for me was doing a 3 day trek in the Atlas mountains without any access to anything other than squat toilets, and only those at night, nothing during the day. Had I done the trek with the 'normal' arsenal of supplies it would have been a completely different experience whereas with this I could put it in the morning and forget about it for the 10+ hours hiking up and down mountains without worrying about TSS or anything else. Good luck!”

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“Quite impressed to be honest. Thought I was going to have issues to begin with, but found it pretty easy to use after two "practice" attempts. This product will save me a fortune, and I like the fact that it's environmentally friendly and also "Body friendly", as opposed to regular internal sanitary products.”

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“takes a little while to get used to this but it works excellently, is comfortable and is much better than other more commercial products such as towels and tampons. Every woman should try this. Instructions that come with it are very helpful and clear. Be careful to trim the steam a tiny bit at a time to get the right length however even if you remove too much - as I did due to my impatience - you can still make it work and remove it ok so don't panic if you do this. This makes sleeping a lot more comfortable and safer during that time of the month.”

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“I love this product! I bought it on a whim 10 years ago in an attempt to be more environmentally friendly (it's amazing how much sanitary waste the average woman generates in her lifetime!). I initially thought the price was a bit steep, but when I considered how much I used to spend each month on tampons, towels etc, it's a massive bargain! I reckon I've saved just short of £1000 over 10 years...wow!I've only recently had to replace my cup after 10 years use due to a very minor tear in one of the 'suction' holes (which actually didn't effect use at all), which proves that these things are long lasting.After a bit of practice it becomes second nature to use, is far more comfortable and so much healthier than traditional sanitary products. I haven't experienced any of the dryness or irritation that often comes with tampon use whilst using the Mooncup.I have recommended this item for years to all of my friends, I know it takes some convincing but you won't be disappointed. It saves you money, is better for you and is much better for the environment. Give it a go!”

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