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Feminine Care
Feminine Care·DivaCup

DivaCup Model 1 Menstrual Cup

A
PFR Grade
Excellent — minimal plastic, transparent materials, safe for daily use
Medical-grade silicone. No BPA, no BPS, no phthalates, no latex. Reusable for up to 10 years. DivaCup is the most popular menstrual cup brand in the US. Eliminates all tampon/pad waste.
PFR Approved

Medical-grade silicone menstrual cup. No BPA, no BPS, no phthalates, no latex. Reusable for up to 10 years.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials
10
Packaging
9
Transparency
9
Durability
10

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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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Low Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Conventional tampons and pads contain pesticide residues (cotton is one of the most heavily pesticide-treated crops), dioxins from chlorine bleaching, and synthetic fragrances. The vaginal mucosa is one of the most absorptive surfaces in the body — chemicals applied to this area absorb directly into the bloodstream.

Why We Recommend This Product

DivaCup's menstrual cup is medical-grade silicone — completely inert, no chemical leaching. Reusable for up to 10 years — one cup replaces thousands of tampons and pads. The most sustainable and safest feminine care option.

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