Due to the personal nature of this product, it is a non-returnable item. The DivaCup is very sanitary, comfortable, reliable and convenient. It holds one full ounce (30 ml). Since the entire cycle is an average of 3-4 ounces (90-120 ml), most women find that the cup is not even half full after 12 hours. The vagina is continually self-cleansing, washing away dead cells and bacteria. Tampons absorb the natural fluids that we need to keep the vagina clean and moist. The DivaCup� is non-absorbent and simply collects the menstrual flow, leaving the natural moisture level in the vagina undisturbed. Depending on your flow empty the cup 2-3 times per 24 hour day, wash and reinsert. It can be worn up to 12 hours, even overnight. The DivaCup� is ideal for all activities including swimming, camping, backpacking, and travelling. It is suitable for all menstruating women of all ages. "I received my DivaCup on my 3rd day of my cycle, and decided to go ahead and try it out since it was my heaviest day anyway. The DivaCup is WONDERFUL! It was easy to put in, and take out, there was no odor, and no bulky "I'm wearing a diaper" feeling, and nothing to have to go through wrapping up and tossing away like with pad and tampon products. I was able to go to work which normally due to the heaviness of my flow I am not able to do usually on my 3rd and 4th days. I didn't have to worry about changing until AFTER work when I got home, and there was NO leaking, mess, etc. on my underwear. Though I was nervous about insertion and removal, it turned out to be fast and easy. I am extremely glad I purchased the DivaCup, and will be talking to other women about it, and recommending it to them also. It was the best purchase I have made for myself!" -Debbie in Ohio
I've been thinking about trying this product for over 2 years and am very happy that I have. I feel really good about using it and am on my way to feeling 100% comfortable with the whole experience of using this product. I've just used it for my second cycle with it (boiled it yesterday to cleanse post-round). I had zero discomfort from the beginning but had to adjust to a different product (I'm so used to tampons!). Highly recommended.
beach ready!
Reviewed by: Missy
I wore the Diva cup to the beach today and no problems. It didn't leak, didn't shift, didn't absorb any seawater, didn't need to be changed in dirty beach bathrooms, and there was no nasty string sneaking out the bikini bottom. I was thrown around by the waves all day and I couldn't even feel it.
The only thing I don't like about this product is emptying it. Who wants to rinse bloody gunk down the sink? At least you only have to do that twice a day. Insertion is okay, but it's almost too big. I would prefer if I could fold it just a bit smaller.
I like the concept, but...
I'm a 29yo and couldn't figure out what size to get since I'm right on the cusp between model 1 & 2. I bought #1, but it leaks even when inserted correctly. It's ok for lighter days, but I have to get the next size up. FYI: you CAN feel it inside of you (unlike a tampon)but you get used to it. Looking forward to never having to buy tampons again!