saaltSoft Menstrual Cup – Reusable Period Cup – Made for Comfortable, Leak-Free Protection Up to 12 Hours – BPA & Latex Free – Includes Cup & Carry Bag (Small, Grey)

*this is a pretty long review and I have a lot to say. In sort, I really liked this cup. It's perfect for younger people, does not leak, and is comfortable to wear when using the bathroom.*Originally, I first started with Diva Cups since it was sold at my local pharmacy. The diva cup was way too large, thick, long, and uncomfortable. I could feel it coming out throughout the day and would always leak. I assumed this was probably because the shape or size of this cup made it impossible for me to easily get it to suction, or the fact that I have a tilted cervix. I concluded that both of these things were probably at play and contributed to the Diva Cup being uncomfortable. So, I decided to try another cup. I wanted to try a shorter cup this time, and something softer since the Diva Cup was too hard. So, I opted to get the soft Saalt cup. I read the reviews and the cup looked very short so I was hopeful it would work. Keep in mind I am not old at all, and because of that I never had children.The cup arrived in a very cute packaging. I simply let it soak in boiling water for no more than 5 minutes and washed it out with scentless soap after wards. Then, I used it. It was very easy to insert since it was small. The diva cup hurt to put in and take out so the Saalt cup was an improvement. Once it was in, I pushed it far up and expected it to be noticeable when I stood up, but I truly could not feel it at all. However, the cup seemed to sit further up but not far enough for me to not be able to feel it. Throughout the day, I knew a cup was up there but I genuinely could not feel it. There was also no leaks. When I went to take it out at the end of the day, the cup was actually halfway full on one of my light days. I am pretty heavy so anyone with a normal flow should be able to use this cup for 12 hours no problem. It was a little hard taking it out and I was afraid it was tugging on my cervix because I couldn't release the suction, but it only took me a few minutes to release the suction. I continued to use this product for a couple more days and it was perfect.Some positives is that I could keep the cup in me while using the bathroom (1&2). This wasn't the case for the Diva Cup. Softer cups have a reputation for "falling out" while your using the bathroom but not this one. Overall, this cup is really good and I recommend it to people who are younger, have a shorter/curved cervix, have bladder problems when using a regular stiffness cup, can feel regular stiffness cups, and also those who want to just try a new cup. I would not recommend the softer version for new users mainly because it can be scary to take out and put in since it is so soft.

After years of misery I finally decided to give period discs and cups a try. After two babies I can’t tolerate a tampon, they feel like they are stabbing me, and I leak around them; and pads leave my skin feeling raw by the end of my period week. And I leak around them half the time anyway, even wearing extra long overnight pads during the day. And I don’t even have an overly heavy flow.I tried flex discs first. They were very comfortable and I had noticeably less cramping, but I kept having leaks, and they would need adjusting all the time during the day. When they were in place, I couldn’t tell they were there- but I knew immediately if they migrated. And my God, I could never find a way to take them out without it being a bloodbath. And they were disposable, so I had to keep shelling out money, and then I was putting more plastic in landfills. AND I still needed to wear a liner or pad anyway. I gave it five months, but then I called the experiment a bust. I resigned myself to pads thinking that I f tampons were too uncomfortable then a menstrual cup would be, too. But friends kept telling me to try one.There’s a website www.putacupinit.com that goes over like every product out there and the quiz they have to help suggest the right product pointed me to the Saalt Soft Cup.So far, I REALLY like it. I got through a day at home, a day at work (12 hour shift as a nurse in a busy ER), and two sleeps -and between the Saalt and Bambody period underwear (HIGHLY. RECOMMEND.)- NO LEAKS on my clothes or sheets, and no raw skin from pads.-I can feel the cup, but it is infinitely more comfortable than a tampon. I’m aware it’s there but I can tune the sensation of it being there out easily. It doesn’t feel like it’s stabbing me the way a tampon does. I have had to adjust it a bit a couple of times, but it’s mush easier to do with the cup than the disc, and MUCH less messy when it happens.-It was easy to insert correctly from the start. The instructions are clear, and I got it right the first try.-I have had scant leaking around it, unlike the flex disc that leaked all the time. I would almost be willing to wear it with regular underwear, but the thought of an accident doesn’t seem worth it when the Bambody underwear are so comfy.-When it is time to remove and reinsert the cup, it is SO MUCH LESS MESSY than the disc. I never once managed to remove a disc without getting blood all over myself. And the toilet. And occasionally the floor. It was insane. Twice I’ve been mess free with the cup, and the other times the amount of blood spillage was minimal.-The only area the flex disc beats the Saalt is that you can still have sex while wearing the disc, but not while wearing the cup. For me, this isn’t a deal breaker. And you can always keep a stock of discs just for period sex if you want.-So far I’ve only worn the larger of the two cups, since I’m just starting my cycle. If for some reason the lighter cup is a problem I will update, but worst case, I wear only the large and spent a little more on the two pack than necessary. I’m saving a ton over the life of the cup by not buying disposable products. I’m nearly 40, and the website estimates I will save nearly $1300 by switching. Imagine if I had started younger!

I’m 17 and have a pretty heavy flow, and this cup has made such a difference. I got the larger size and it fits really well. Inserting it was way easier than I expected (I usually do it in the shower), and once it’s in, I honestly can’t feel it. At first I was lwk paranoid and emptied it every hour, but now I go 3–6 hours, and I’ve even slept with it in for 7–8 hours (no leaks).It holds up during running, swimming, and everything else I do. I haven’t bought pads since getting it, which is amazing because they’re expensive and I’m heading to college soon. Also love the little storage bag it comes with makes it easy to keep discreet.I’ve already been recommending it to friends. If you’re thinking about it, seriously just try it. It’s made my period so much easier to deal with. <3