Boil a Lunette menstrual cup for 5 minutes. Do it before you use the cup for the first time and after each completed cycle. Make sure the cup doesn't touch the bottom of the pot. During your period, you don't need to boil it: rinse or wash it with warm water each time you empty it.
How to boil your menstrual cup, step by step
- Wash your hands and rinse the cup.
- Use a pot with plenty of water, enough that the cup floats freely.
- Bring the water to the boil, then put the cup in.
- Keep it off the bottom of the pot. A cup resting on the hot base can be damaged.
- Boil for 5 minutes, then take it out with clean tongs.
- Let it cool and dry, then store it in its breathable linen pouch.
When to boil and when to just wash
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| Before first use | Boil for 5 minutes |
| Each time you empty it | Rinse or wash with warm water, or use Lunette Cup Wash or Cup Wipes |
| After each completed cycle | Boil for 5 minutes |
| Can't boil (camping, travel) | Wash it well and use Cup Wipes until you can |
What to avoid
- Letting the pot boil dry. Set a timer.
- Cleaners not made for cups. Use warm water or a cleanser made for cups, like Lunette Cup Wash.
- The microwave, unless you've read whether microwave sterilisation is safe for menstrual cups.
When is it time for a new cup?
With proper care, a Lunette cup lasts up to 10 years. Check it before each use. If you see cuts, any deterioration, or it has discoloured or stained because of insufficient cleaning, replace it.
FAQ
Can I boil my cup for longer than 5 minutes?
Lunette's instructions say a minimum of 5 minutes, so 5 minutes is enough.
My cup smells. Will boiling fix it?
Often, yes. For more ways, see how to get rid of menstrual cup smell.
Where's the full cleaning guide?
In how to clean your menstrual cup.
Need a new cup? Choose your Lunette menstrual cup.
