Intimina Lily Cup Size A - Thin Menstrual Cup, Period Cup with Up to 8 Hours Use

I bought this after a while of using the mooncup for a while, since the mooncup was too stiff for me. The mooncup made my cramps worse and made peeing difficult (TMI I know, but I want to give a good review for those who have the same issues). I also struggled with getting the mooncup out sometimes and it’d take a bit of time to get it out and end up hurting myself.Compared to the mooncup, the lily cup looks much longer which worried me, but because of the shape it has it actually fits just fine. I had to trim a little bit of the stem (same with the mooncup) but after that I didn’t have any issues. It’s considerably softer, so I stopped having issues with cramping or going to the toilet. It also doesn’t have a thick portruding rim at the top which I think contributed to the issues I had with cramps and peeing. The top is still firm enough compared to the rest of it, so it also opens easily once you have put it on, so it doesn’t leak. Because of the shape being shorter at the front, I found that it made it miles easier to slide and break the seal when emptying it. Since the silicone is much softer too, but the base is firm it makes it really easy to pinch and grip in order to slide it off and breaking the seal.I wouldn’t say I am a very experienced menstrual cup user, but all in all I found that this one eliminated most of the issues I’ve previously had and it was very easy to get used to. I was comfortable with using it within a couple times of putting it on and taking it out.Every vagina will have different necessities in terms of menstrual cups unfortunately so it won’t work for every single person, but if the issues I had before sound familiar, this cup is 100% worth a shot, I’m super happy with it!

I've tried two other types of cups with various success, but ultimately kept looking for the cup that best suited my needs. I've finally found it!Out of the three it is by far the easiest to insert (which I didn't expect because it's quite soft for a menstrual cup). I didn't need any practice or adjustment period, as I have with the other two cups. Very easy to use and I've had no accidents whatsoever.More importantly however, it has also been the easiest cup to remove (which has been my main issue with the other cups I've owned). Appearantly, my cervix is rather high and I've had problems reaching/removing the other cups in the past, making my feel anxious about using them... But the lily cup fits me perfectly. I can reach the stem quite easily, and at the same time the stem is not too long and in the way.That would also be my advice to others: Keep your height in mind as well, when you choose a cup. The manufacturers only tell you to choose cup size depending on your age and if you have had any children or not. My theory is that height matters as well. But please keep in mind it is just a theory. But for those of you reading this review and who may have experienced problems reaching your previous cups, this works for me and I'm 1,75.Another customer left a review stating the cup "was huge" and I almost didn't buy a lily cup based on that review. I'm glad I did though - I find the cup itself is no bigger than other size 2 cups. It's longer and in a different shape, but not bigger and not huge.Only slight disadvantage: the "collar" on top makes it a bit of a hassle to clean, but it is my understanding that it is also the collar that keeps it so safe from accidents. So I can definitely live with that!

On first impressions this cup seemed great felt nice and smooth, took a bit of practice inserting buteasy to remove.Once in place, stuck to my insides like glue which created cramps 😖 I've usually got quite a high pain threshold havin fibromyalgia and sciatica flare ups but these were the worst cramps I'd ever had. Thought maybe I've just gotta get used to it as my moon cup was slightly different, so persevered had no relief from the pain til the cycle was over and cup was out!Waited til the next cycle to start popped the cup in and the pain was 10× worse- actually felt like I was in established labour! By the third day the cramps have usually subsided but noo the pain was exactly the same as day 1, could not hack it anymore so ripped the cup out and binned it, needless to say used pads for the remainder of the cycle.Have since bought the tulip cup and have had no problems. Do not use if you're not good with pain!

I bought this after taking an online quiz to help you decide which cup to buy. I have been told by nurses I have a long vagina and a tilted uterus, but have never given birth, and this may have affected the recommendation.There's good and bad. The good: it's made of a nice soft, thin silicone that's easy to fold. It looks nice in the pink colour it comes in. Once 'installed,' it sits comfortably so you can't feel it's there. The stem is of a shape and length that it's there for you to grab when you need to, but it doesn't need to be trimmed all the way off or else cause a recurrent pinching sensation (unlike my old moon cup). Unlike previous cups I've owned, it stays where you put it and doesn't wander off out of reach when it's time to remove/empty it. The design of the opening enables you to pour out the contents without making a mess.The bad: the shape of the opening at the top makes it bulky when folded. It has to be folded to be inserted. If, like me, you don't especially enjoy having anything inserted, this can be uncomfortable or even painful.Still, I would rather endure that bit of awkward discomfort for the many pro's of using this. I have dabbled in reusable towels and period pants, and found cups to be the most pleasant and convenient alternative to tampons by far. Just as long as they stay put and save you the embarrassment of having to ask a partner to help you find and remove it.