Menstrual Cups and Female Health Blog - Lunette

Short History of Menstrual Cups

In the USA, the first prototypes of menstrual cups, also known as catamenial sacks, were patented in 1860's and 1870's. The designs were inventive ...

The Anatomy of Pleasure

When you have a good knowledge of which parts of your body are meant to make you feel good, it's easier to understand what turns you on (and off). ...

Period product companies that monetise your shame

But in a new poll it showed that nearly half of women have experienced period shaming at some point. So, why is period shame still a thing? And wha...

Lunette Moodsmooth Remedy oil - The natural remedy for menstrual symptoms

Say Hello to your new period companion, Lunette Moodsmooth Remedy oil. This all-natural, handy-sized bottle of loveliness helps relieve menstrual s...

5 Essential Oils that Ease Period Pain

For all of you out there who are feeling the pain of fluctuating hormone levels and a crampy uterus, try using these essential oils to ease your pe...

6 Reasons Your Period Could Be Late Besides Being Pregnant

Whether you get your period every 28 days like clockwork or have a flow that prefers to come and go as it pleases, having a period go MIA often fee...

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Get to Know Your Vulva and Vagina Better

If you think about it, your partner, your gynecologist and your smear nurse have probably got more idea what your vagina looks like than you do. Bu...

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TSS and Menstrual Products

Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) is a rare but serious bacterial infection that has long been associated with tampon use. It became big news in the 1980s...

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Game on: Menstrual Cups vs. Tampons

Every feel you want to convert the world to menstrual cups but don’t have all the facts at your fingertips? We’ve made it super easy for you to fig...

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Five myths about menstrual cups

There are so many myths about menstrual cups and menstruation. Does the blood flow back into the womb when the cup is full? Is it true that virgins...

9 Reasons Why Your Menstrual Cup Might Be Leaking & How You Can Fix It

Having a menstrual cup is a gift sent from the menstrual gods, but it can be really frustrating having to deal with leaking problems! No one wants ...

What is ALS and SLS, and what is the difference between them?

Are you the type of person that looks and questions every ingredient in the products you purchase? Don’t worry, that’s a good thing! We’re happy to...