What's the best period product for me?

"Menstrual cups are small flexible cups made of medical-grade silicone. You fold and insert them into the vagina, where they collect blood rather than absorbing it. Dr Tempest says there are different types of cups available to buy based on how heavy your flow is or whether you've had children. Hygiene is also really important so make sure you wash your hands before you insert the cup and clean the cup between uses, she adds."

"Pros The most eco-friendly period product Holds up to three times more blood than a tampon Can be worn for up to 12 hours Reusable for years - they can last up to 10 years but between two and four years is the average Cost effective over time Cons Takes practice to insert and remove May take time to find the right fit Messy to empty, especially in a public toilet Needs sterilising between cycles Larger upfront cost which can be around 20 to 25"

Menstrual cups are small, flexible medical-grade silicone devices folded and inserted into the vagina to collect blood rather than absorb it. Different cup models suit varying flow levels and childbirth history. Proper hygiene requires washing hands before insertion and cleaning the cup between uses. Cups can hold more than tampons, be worn up to 12 hours, and are reusable for years, offering long-term cost savings despite an upfront cost and learning curve. Period pants are underwear with built-in absorbent layers that are rinsed, washed and dried for reuse, often used for sleeping or lighter flow with waterproof and odour-resistant layers to reduce leakage concerns.

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