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Initial cleaning Submerge the cup completely in a pot of boiling for 5–10 minutes. Empty the pot and allow the cup to return to room temperature. Wash your hands with warm water and mild, antibacterial soap. Wash the cup with a mild, water-based, oil-free soap and rinse thoroughly. Dry the cup with a clean towel.
How do you sterilize a menstrual cup without boiling?
Hydrogen peroxide (1%): You can find this in most drug stores or pharmacies. Use one part 1% hydrogen peroxide and one part water. Submerge your cup and let it soak for 24 hours. Give it a good, thorough wash to remove all of the hydrogen peroxide residues before using it or storing it.
How often do you clean a Diva Cup?
It is important to wash your DivaCup 2-3 times a day with warm water and the DivaWash, or a mild, unscented, oil-free soap. No matter where you are (home or travelling) remember to only use potable (safe to drink) water when cleaning your menstrual cup.
Do I have to boil my diva cup?
Do you have to boil your cup? No, but if you prefer that your cup be fully sanitized before or after each cycle you can safely do so. In fact, it is recommended by most brands.
Can I boil my diva cup to clean it?
To Boil or not to Boil While boiling the DivaCup can help with discoloration and give your cup a more thorough clean, it is not a required cleaning step. Note: the DivaCup will naturally discolor over time, but this will not impair its functionality. Boiling the cup is really a personal choice.
Can I wash menstrual cup with V wash?
3. Mild wash or soap: any mild soap or intimate wash which is suspended of perfumes or oil can also be put to use. 4. Water: most people are either sensitive or determined not to use any kind of soap, wash, or wipes to clean a menstrual cup.
What happens if I don’t boil my menstrual cup?
If you don’t clean your cup properly, bacteria, odors, stains, and erosion can occur. This could lead to irritation, or, in more rare cases, infection. This also means that your cup will likely need to be replaced more often. That’s why it’s recommended to keep up with your daily cleaning and monthly sterilization.
What soap can I use to wash my diva cup?
Wash your cup with warm water and mild, oil- and fragrance-free soap. A few brands we like include Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Liquid Soap, Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, and Liquid Neutrogena Fragrance-Free Cleanser. Avoid using fragranced dish soaps or hand soap – these can degrade your cup’s silicone over time.
How often should you boil your menstrual cup?
We advise boiling your cup for 20 minutes between each menstrual cycle to keep it fresh and clean, but if you forgot or didn’t have time to boil it, you can sanitize the cup with our handy Cup Wipes, or wipe it down with rubbing alcohol.
What happens if you boil your menstrual cup for too long?
The ideal recommended time to boil a menstrual cup is 5-7 minutes. If you boil too long, it is possible that the silicone material softens and thins over a long time. Leaving the cup unattended while boiling can melt it away.
Can u get toxic shock from a Diva Cup?
Menstrual cups are safer. Because menstrual cups collect rather than absorb blood, you’re not at risk of getting toxic shock syndrome (TSS), a rare bacterial infection associated with tampon use.
Can you clean a diva cup in the microwave?
Yes. After a menstrual cup is rinsed off, it can be put into the microwave for some deep cleaning: 1) Place the cup into a microwave-safe container. 5) Let the container and water cool completely before removing the menstrual cup to avoid burns.
Can I sanitize my diva cup in the microwave?
You can sterilize your menstrual cup with water that’s been boiled in the microwave. It’s also microwave safe. Simply fill it with water and place it in the microwave for a few minutes. Or, you can plan your menstrual cup in the cup and pour boiling water over it.
How do you sterilize a cup?
After washing your cup with hot water and soap, you can place it in boiling water to fully sanitize it before your next period. It’s recommended that you place your cup inside of a metal whisk and leave it in a pot of boiling water for only one to two minutes. It’s a quick way to sanitize your cup.
Do Gynecologists recommend menstrual cups?
A menstrual cup is not suitable for women with severe clinical uterine prolapse, but all women with normal anatomy should be able to comfortably use a menstrual cup. Period cups may be less suitable for women who experience cervical or vaginal prolapse after childbirth.
Is Diva Wash Safe?
DivaWash is explicitly marketed as being safe for silicone due to not being oil-based, but orange oil is listed as an ingredient in this soap regardless. That’s a) potentially shortening the lifespan of your silicone cup, and b) questionable at best in terms of vaginal health.
Can you wash a Diva Cup with Summer’s Eve?
Yes, you can use unscented Summer’s Eve as it is a gentle ph-neutral intimate soap. When using any soap always make sure to rinse your cups well in order to avoid any residue left on the surface of the cup.
