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Cup miscellaneous questions

Can I use a Saalt Cup with a high, low, or tilted cervix

Rest easy—you can comfortably use Saalt Menstrual Cups with a high, low, or tilted/retroverted cervix. In fact, the location of the cervix may change naturally throughout a person’s cycle. If your cervix is higher, your cup may find its way higher in

Are Saalt Cups vegan and cruelty free/tested on animals

Yes! Saalt Menstrual Cups are vegan and cruelty-free. Saalt Cups are sourced using a medical-grade silicone that is already tested and FDA registered and compliant, and manufactured in an ISO 13485 certified facility. Neither our menstrual cups nor t

How long your cup/disc will last

We recommend removing and cleaning your Saalt Cup at least once every 12 hours. Saalt Menstrual Cups are made of durable silicone that can last up to 10 years with proper care. If your cup is ripped or torn, or the silicone is showing visible signs o

Can I trim the stem

Say no to uncomfortable stems! The stem on your Saalt Menstrual Cup is designed to be soft and comfortable so you can keep it to help locate the cup. Depending on how you wear your cup, you may decide to trim off part or all of the stem. If you do, t

When do I replace my Saalt Cup / Disc?

Saalt Menstrual Cups and Discs have been rigorously third-party tested, and with proper use and care, should last up to 10 years. Washing with soaps that degrade your cup or disc, or repeatedly washing with hard tap water will degrade your cup or dis

Why does my Saalt Cup / Disc have an 8 hour wear sticker?

Hey Aussie! Thanks for purchasing from Saalt. Saalt Cups and Discs are FDA-regulated and compliant. In the US that means a 12-hour wear time. In Australia, that means an 8-hour wear time. The governing body for medical devices in Australia says that

How do I replace my cloth bag for my Saalt Cup / Disc?

We're sorry to learn you lost your cloth bag or that it has become damaged. We retail cloth storage bags separately. Take a look!

Can I pee with my cup inserted?

Yes! You can do everything you need to do in the restroom with your cup inserted. If you find yourself bearing down to urinate or have a bowel movement, your cup may descend a little bit, but this is just fine! If this happens, use a clean finger to

Can I practice with my cup/disc, or wear it before my period starts?

Practice makes perfect, and this applies to your cup or disc too. You can absolutely practice with your cup or disc before your period starts, and wear it in anticipation of your period. Here are some things to consider when you're doing this. 1) The

Can I use my cup with long nails?

Nails can be tricky when using a menstrual cup, but plenty of people have no problem keeping their nails long when using their cup! The best idea is to take it slow. We recommend angling the tips of your fingers inward, toward the cup, to avoid scrat