How to Keep Your Dytas Menstrual Cup Clean and in Good Condition
- Microwave with sterilizer cup. Place the cup inside the cup and fill with water. Microwave for 3 to 4 minutes at full power. That’s it.
- Boiling water. Use a pot with boiling water on a stove (gas, ceramic, electric). Be careful not to let the cup touch the bottom or sides to prevent damage. Boil the cup for 5 minutes.
Tips for keeping your Dytas cup in good condition
- Store the cup in its carrying pouch. Keep it in a clean place free from dust.
- Keep it away from UVA rays. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and do not store in airtight containers or plastic bags.
- Do not use chemical cleaners. Avoid harsh cleaners such as bleach, scented, or oil-based. These can damage the silicone.
Sources:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322080
https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinkingwater/portable-water-filters.html
- In a public restroom with running water. Just rinse it with water, just like at home. However, public restrooms may lack running water, so it’s advisable to carry a water bottle to rinse the cup as you would under a tap.
- Where there’s no running water. If you have access to a bottle or flask, use it to rinse your Dytas cup. No access to water? In exceptional or occasional cases you can use wet wipes or toilet paper. Be sure the cup is clean and free of fibers before reinsertion.
Always make sure your hands are clean in all cases.
How to keep your Dytas menstrual cup clean and in good condition
After your cycle ends, you won’t need to use the cup again until your next period. Let’s see how to keep your Dytas menstrual cup clean and in good condition between cycles to store it properly hygienic and ready for use next time.
The key is sterilization after cleaning.
How to do it?
Sterilizing your cup after your cycle to hygienize
Fastest, easiest, and safest sterilization is via microwave using a sterilizer cup. No microwave? No problem; you can boil it on the stove carefully.
- Microwave with sterilizer cup. Place the cup inside the cup and fill with water. Microwave for 3 to 4 minutes at full power. That’s it.
- Boiling water. Use a pot with boiling water on a stove (gas, ceramic, electric). Be careful not to let the cup touch the bottom or sides to prevent damage. Boil the cup for 5 minutes.
Tips for keeping your Dytas cup in good condition
- Store the cup in its carrying pouch. Keep it in a clean place free from dust.
- Keep it away from UVA rays. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and do not store in airtight containers or plastic bags.
- Do not use chemical cleaners. Avoid harsh cleaners such as bleach, scented, or oil-based. These can damage the silicone.
Sources:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322080
https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinkingwater/portable-water-filters.html
According to tests conducted in independent laboratories, the Dytas menstrual cup has a lifespan of 10 years as long as it is properly cared for and maintained. It’s very easy to do. This is possible because it is made of medical-grade silicone. We’ll tell you how to keep your Dytas menstrual cup clean and in good condition so you can use it safely and effectively for many years.
Also, we’ll show you how to keep your cup clean during your cycle. You’ll learn how to clean it after emptying it and before reinsertion.
How to clean your Dytas menstrual cup during your cycle
Caring for the hygiene and cleanliness of the cup after emptying it before reinserting is very important, because the menstrual cup is designed to collect menstrual flow and is inserted internally. Maintaining hygiene is key to prevent bacterial infections.
This is something you should always keep in mind when introducing objects into your body. For example, if you have used tampons so far you should also be very careful with hygiene. The same goes for using a diaphragm or a sex toy.
How to clean your cup at home during menstruation
After emptying the cup, rinse it with clean water. You can easily do this under a tap in a bidet or sink, then wash it.
Pay attention to detail and make sure to clean the two holes for perfect cleanliness. This way you can reinsert it comfortably knowing it is hygienically clean.
How to clean your cup outside your home during the cycle
One of the advantages of the Dytas cup is that you can use it up to 12 hours continuously (depending on flow). So most likely you won’t need to empty it often.
- In a public restroom with running water. Just rinse it with water, just like at home. However, public restrooms may lack running water, so it’s advisable to carry a water bottle to rinse the cup as you would under a tap.
- Where there’s no running water. If you have access to a bottle or flask, use it to rinse your Dytas cup. No access to water? In exceptional or occasional cases you can use wet wipes or toilet paper. Be sure the cup is clean and free of fibers before reinsertion.
Always make sure your hands are clean in all cases.
How to keep your Dytas menstrual cup clean and in good condition
After your cycle ends, you won’t need to use the cup again until your next period. Let’s see how to keep your Dytas menstrual cup clean and in good condition between cycles to store it properly hygienic and ready for use next time.
The key is sterilization after cleaning.
How to do it?
Sterilizing your cup after your cycle to hygienize
Fastest, easiest, and safest sterilization is via microwave using a sterilizer cup. No microwave? No problem; you can boil it on the stove carefully.
- Microwave with sterilizer cup. Place the cup inside the cup and fill with water. Microwave for 3 to 4 minutes at full power. That’s it.
- Boiling water. Use a pot with boiling water on a stove (gas, ceramic, electric). Be careful not to let the cup touch the bottom or sides to prevent damage. Boil the cup for 5 minutes.
Tips for keeping your Dytas cup in good condition
- Store the cup in its carrying pouch. Keep it in a clean place free from dust.
- Keep it away from UVA rays. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and do not store in airtight containers or plastic bags.
- Do not use chemical cleaners. Avoid harsh cleaners such as bleach, scented, or oil-based. These can damage the silicone.
Sources:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322080
https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinkingwater/portable-water-filters.html