These Menstrual Cups Give You Total Period Protection

After using this cup, your tampon will miss you—but you won’t miss it back. With a 10-year lifespan (are you shook, yet?), this 100% medical-grade silicone cup is naturally hypoallergenic and made without chemicals, BPA, and latex. Reviewers also love how comfortable it is to wear—one notes that the stem is extremely soft and bendy, so you never feel it.

These reusable menstrual cups are ideal for those who don’t want to break the bank. Created with a softer type of silicone, reviewers love that this cup causes significantly less cramping—something that can occur for certain women who use firmer cups. Plus, the innovative design makes it easy for the user to insert and remove the cup without any pain.

For lighter days, model one of this menstrual cup does the job and more. A smaller version of the subsequent model two, it’s also a softer alternative for those who are sensitive to harder materials. The unique shape allows for better fluid collection and comfortable placement without any shifting, which is great for those with an active lifestyle.

Cora’s philosophy is rooted in developing products that are not only sustainable, but that are healthy and safe for all women. The ultra-soft silicone is easy to fold and insert (like a tampon), and it’s flexible enough to move with your body as you go about your day (or night). Cora offers two sizes, each catered to various flows.

If you tend to experience heavier cycles, the larger size of this cup helps to collect even more fluid throughout the day. Reviewers rave that while odor was initially a concern for them, they discovered that they didn’t experience any—though it is recommended to change out and clean your cup regularly over the course of your cycle. This particular brand offers two cups for the price of one, so it’s super convenient to switch out cups on the go.

Almost every reviewer starts with this same disclaimer: Menstrual cups are game-changers, but they do take some practice to successfully insert and use. With that, our biggest tip is that practice makes perfect. This cup from Blossom is a great starting point for beginners as the flexible silicone is easy to manipulate. The key before insertion is forming the cup into a C shape, then once inside, the cup should revert back to its original shape.

What we love about this menstrual cup—besides the fact that it holds three tampons worth of fluid—is that the company partners with various organizations that provide menstrual health education and menstrual cups to developing countries. We also love that it's certified hypoallergenic and vegan with FDA-registered medical-grade silicone free of any nasties.

This cup features a patented bell-shaped design that allows for complete coverage with a comfortable fit. Because of its unique shape, this cup is ideal for those with an active lifestyle as it provides 360 protection, even in water. It’s recommended to start with the smaller size, especially as a first-time user, though keep in mind that everyone’s vagina and cervix are different, so it may take some trial-and-error for you to find what’s most comfortable.

Now that we’ve talked a lot about cups, let’s get into discs. This menstrual product is a disposable disc designed to last for up to 12 hours. Though it is one-use, it creates 60% less waste than pads and tampons.