The Lunette™ menstrual cup is TGA approved for women to now buy in Australia.
All Lunette's shipped during March 2009 will receive a free sample of the Lunette disinfecting wipes.
The Lunette menstrual cup is a new kind of sanitary protection. It is an easy-to-use, safe and hygienic alternative to pads and tampons. Using the cup protects the environment, saves money and gives you peace of mind.
"I love my Lunette, it's one of the best lifestyle changes I've made in the past 5 years" Jayne, ecobabe owner
You only need one cup that lasts for years when used correctly: this is why the Lunette™ menstrual cup is convenient and environmental friendly. The Lunette™ menstrual cup is the right choice for women who care about themselves and the environment. No more pads and no more tampons!
* Made in Finland of 100% medical-grade silicone.
* Hypoallergic, latex-free, odourless and safe.
* Economic and ecologically-friendly; used with care, one Lunette™ menstrual cup lasts for about 5-10 years
* A sanitary and healthy alternative to disposable tampons and sanitary napkins.
* Easy-to-use and comfortable, needs emptying only 2-4 times a day. Can be used during the night.
* The lining of the cup is totally smooth and the tab is flat, so cleaning is extremely easy. Measuring lines of 7.5 ml and 15 ml outside the cup, for monitoring the amount of your flow
* Can be sterilised by placing in boiling water for 2-5 minutes
* Can be used by all women
* Can be used before first sexual intercourse and also with an IUD and contraceptive ring.
* Not to be used during post-natal bleeding due to the risk of inflammation.
* Does not disrupt the natural lubricating ability of the vagina, nor does it dry the vaginal mucus membrane
* No dampness; no outbreaks of vaginal candidiasis, cystitis nor toxic shock syndrome have been linked to the use of menstrual cups.
* Can be worn during sports.
The Lunette™ menstrual cup is suitable for women of all ages and sizes.
Model 1 is recommended for women who have never had sexual intercourse and aged below 20.
Model 2 is recommended for women who have a heavier flow and aged 20 or above. If you are uncertain which size to choose, contact info.uk@lunette.fi.
If you are a young woman who has not had intercourse and you wish to use the cup, take your time to insert it correctly, we recommend the smaller Lunette™ menstrual cup (model 1). You can also use water-soluble lubricants to help you insert the cup.
If you are using the cup together with a contraceptive ring, first insert the contraceptive ring in the uterine orifice and only then position the menstrual cup in the vagina.
You might not succeed in inserting the menstrual cup perfectly the first time, but you should get it right after a few tries. Since the Lunette™ menstrual cup does not dry out the mucous membrane, you can practise with it even when you are not menstruating. In this case, you should wet the menstruation cup with water and use a water-soluble lubricant to help position the cup. However, during menstruation, there is naturally more moisture in the vagina so it is usually easier to practise inserting the cup during your period. You shouldn't give up on the menstruation cup when the first difficulty arises. It may take some practise before you get it in just right.