Menstrual Cups: Sustainable Intimate Hygiene

The Average Number of Menstrual Hygiene Products Used by a Woman Throughout Her Life Reaches 10,000 Tampons and Pads

This number can increase significantly if panty liners are used during the rest of the cycle.

If we were to count the menstrual hygiene products we use during each menstrual cycle, we would be surprised by the amount of waste generated. It is estimated that on average, each woman uses about 4 tampons and/or pads per day. This results in more than 20 menstrual hygiene products per period.

The vast majority of menstrual hygiene products on the market are composed partly or entirely of plastic derivatives. Because of their composition, recycling is really complicated and costly. For this reason, this waste ends up in landfills and accumulates over hundreds of years until degradation.

What Can We Do to Reduce Our Waste Footprint?

One of the most popular reusable options today is the menstrual cup. A cup-shaped device that collects menstrual flow inside the vagina for up to 12 hours. It first appeared on the menstrual hygiene market in 1930, but with the onset of plastics and disposable products, its commercialization took a back seat. Now, with the rise of ecological and zero waste movements, there is renewed interest in more sustainable options.

Menstrual cups can be made from several materials such as thermoplastic or latex, but the most recommended by manufacturers and gynecological health specialists is surgical-grade silicone.

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Surgical silicone has been used for years in medical implants for several reasons that make this material unique and ideal for prolonged use inside the human body.

• Hypoallergenic and biocompatible. This type of silicone causes no toxicity or allergic reaction.
• Non-porous. When solid, the silicone surface is very smooth and non-porous, making it harder for dirt and bacteria to adhere that could cause toxicity or vaginal infections. It also makes cleaning and sanitizing easier.
• Durability and resistance. Silicone is very durable and allows a menstrual cup to last up to 10 years. With just one cup, we can save a huge amount of waste every month.

The menstrual cup is an excellent and affordable option that helps reduce the environmental impact of our waste.

Are you ready to manage your menstruation more sustainably?