ext_141732 ([identity profile] ourika.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] vaginapagina 2003-10-31 03:50 pm (UTC)

I admit it. I’m an Instead re-user. I use the disposable menstrual cups most of the time, but I keep Instead around for intercourse. I also keep one in my car, desk, and purse “just in case.” But those things are EXPENSIVE! So if I’m just emptying it, I will usually re-use it 1-2 times. I am _very_ careful to thoroughly wash it. I make sure to wash carefully around the rim which seems to be the most difficult part to make sure is clean. I figure that if I’m willing to re-use a Keeper or a DivaCup with just a rinse (although I wash it most of the time, if I’m in a rush or a public bathroom, I’ve been known to just rinse) then there’s no real good reason that I won’t re-use an Instead.

I figure that they’ve probably got that warning to cover their butts in case someone doesn’t wash it well or tries to reuse it for a month or something. And, I think the reason that they’re disposable is that after a couple of washings, they seem to be more “worn out” (although I’ve never used it till it fell apart or leaked or anything).

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