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This is where personal anatomy plays a huge role. Some cup users love the secure seal, but others notice pressure on their bladder or feel the suction during removal. Discs, on the other hand, don't ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Rose Eveleth Switching from disposable period products to a reusable menstrual ...

A menstrual disc is a flat, flexible disc that collects blood during your period rather than absorbing it, as pads, tampons, or period underwear do. The disc sits just below your cervix in your ...

If you’ve been thinking about trying out menstrual cups lately, I don’t blame you. ICYMI: In June 2024, metals like arsenic and lead were found in 14 brands of tampons, according to a study published ...

There's a lesser-known period product making its way into more menstruators' monthly routine: menstrual discs. Similar to menstrual cups, which have also been gaining popularity, discs are an ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Rose Eveleth Cleaning a menstrual cup or disc is a quick and simple chore that ...

Periods are stressful — from worrying about leaks and stains to dealing with cramps, there’s a lot to manage. Nixit makes it easier with its reusable menstrual cup (technically a menstrual disc, but I ...

Each day, 800 million people menstruate. But because of lingering stigma, some feel uncomfortable discussing their periods or reusable menstrual products. Period underwear, cups, and discs present new ...

And though a disc will cost you more than a box of tampons – Nixit, for example, retails for $42 – it'll last you much longer as it's "built to last for years" with medical grade silicone, making it ...