Don’t fear the flow: Your festival survival guide for periods!
Worried your period might crash your festival plans? You’re not alone. Whether you’re camping under the stars or dancing front row to your favorite band, realizing your cycle aligns with your festival weekend can feel like a buzzkill.
But here’s the good news: reusable period products, especially menstrual cups are festival game-changers. No more stuffing your backpack with tampons or queuing for a sweaty portaloo every few hours. With the right prep, your period won’t stop you from living your best festival life.
Menstrual cups were born for festival life
When we launched the Lunette Period Cup in 2005, we weren’t thinking about festivals. But over time, we realized: cups are perfect for weekends of music, movement, and minimal fuss.
- Pack light: One small cup = all weekend coverage. No bulky boxes, no waste.
- Fewer toilet trips: Most users can wear their Lunette Period Cup for up to 12 hours. Insert it in the morning, dance all day, and empty it before bed.
- Comfort counts: Cups are soft, flexible, and discreet. No chafing, no soggy pads, no strings attached.
If you’re new to cups, try using yours a few cycles before your festival. That way, you’ll know how often to empty it and feel confident inserting it even in a cramped portaloo.
Cleaning your menstrual cup on the go
Let’s be honest: showers are rare at festivals. But keeping your cup clean is totally doable.
- Wash your hands first: Use hand sanitizer if water isn’t available.
- Use Lunette Cup Wipes: These wipes clean your cup without water. Just blot with tissue, wipe thoroughly, let dry, and reinsert.
- Avoid skin contact: Cup Wipes are for your cup only. For your body, use our Intimate Wipes - gentle, skin-safe, and perfect for freshening up when showers are off the table.
Whether you’re heading to Coachella, Glastonbury, Opener, Fuji Rock, or Benicàssim, your period doesn’t have to be a party pooper. With a menstrual cup, smart hygiene hacks, and a little prep, you’ll be free to dance, sing, and celebrate every moment bleeding or not.
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