Most menstrual cups are available in a variety of fun colors with designs ranging from simple logos and trademarks to capacity lines and floral motifs. So why is the FemmyCycle made of clear, medical grade silicone with no engraving of any kind? Don’t get us wrong. We like fun and fashion, but we love form and function—especially when they help protect women’s reproductive health.

The FemmyCycle was designed by Alfred Shihata, a medical doctor and reproductive health researcher based in Southern California. Early in the design phase, Dr. Shihata realized that engraved letters and decorations provided an ideal space for micro-organisms such as yeast and bacteria to breed. Colored menstrual cups only added to the problem because they made it more difficult to see blood that might be hiding in the indented areas of decorative patterns and writing. That’s when Dr. Shihata decided that producing a highly cleanable menstrual cup was more important than producing a decorative one.

When comparing the FemmyCycle’s design to that of other menstrual cups, you may also notice smooth curves as opposed to ridges. This also helps make cleaning easier. A quick glance at the FemmyCycle instructions tells you to wash the device with mild soap and warm water before and after each use. To keep the FemmyCycle even clearer and cleaner, you can soak it in a solution of one part white distilled vinegar and ten parts warm water. This mixture has about the same pH as your vagina, so there’s little or no risk of irritation. Just soak the FemmyCycle for a few minutes twice a month, before and after your period.

If you haven’t tried the FemmyCycle already, you can purchase it from https://femmycycle.shop/get-the-femmycycle knowing that we maintain a clear commitment to your comfort and wellbeing.