Pixie 2 Menstrual Discs for Feminine Care - 100% Medical-Grade Silicone - Ranked 1 for Softest Reusable Period Disc - Removes Like a Tampon - Wear 12 Hours - Capacity of 5 and 7 Tampons

The product itself looks and feels to be of superior quality and the packaging is cute, functional, and comes with some handy extras like feminine wipes and lubricant to help with inserting the disc. I ordered these discs in hopes of spending less money (my period is heavy and lasts 8 days, so I go through a lot of tampons) and reducing my impact on the environment. I went with the discs over the cups because I had tried disposable cups from another brand some 15 years ago and I could just not figure out how to get it inserted correctly. Then again, that company didn't have multiple instructional videos like Pixie does on proper application. Anyway, I bought the discs (and the applicator, separately). I was able to to get it inserted first try, and I'm fairly certain it was inserted completely and correctly, and it was comfortable! I thought all was well until I experienced "dumping" which may have only been a small release of the contents of the disc, and it may have only happened while I was otherwise relieving myself, but with my super heavy flow and prior experiences bleeding through whatever menstrual product I was wearing, I was a little too paranoid about leaking that I have decided this product is probably not for me. I want it to be known I didn't actually leak (other than a few drops after using the toilet) in the few days I tried out the disc, but the anxiety around the possibility of leaking was too much. Why did I give the product 5 stars? Well, first of all, it's a great product, and seems to work out for plenty of other people. Just not for me. More importantly though, is because of Pixies customer service. I reached out to them hoping they might have some way to help with my situation, as I had spent a decent amount of money on the few Pixie items I felt I needed to start my reusable period product journey (The money spent however pales in comparison to the money I've spent on tampons alone over the course of half a year). Pixie responded - so swiftly - letting me know they'd have a set of cups sent to me to try within the next few days. Free of charge and no questions asked. I'd done research before buying the discs. I vaguely remember reading something in a review about "dumping". I'd researched the cups and saw there were instructional videos available that didn't exist 15 years ago. All those things told me to buy the cups and despite all that I went for the discs. But this company clearly values their mission over profits and for that, I can't recommend them enough.

I bought this a while back, and honestly, I didn't have the motivation to write a review about how good it is until now. This was my very first time using a disc, and I was nervous at first when I purchased it. But the research I did beforehand reassured me, and I'm so glad I went through with it. When it arrived, it came with clear, beginner-friendly directions that were surprisingly thoughtful. I really appreciated that. After sterilizing it, I decided to start with the medium size, and to my surprise, I didn't feel anything at all. It's as if it's not even there. I no longer feel blood leaking on my inner walls like I did with pads and tampons (which always gave me that gross, uncomfortable feeling). The design really does feel like a little cereal bowl that just sits there and catches everything perfectly. Overall, I absolutely love this disc and the company behind it! You've honestly made my periods so much less stressful. I hate them so much, but this has been a game changer. You're even the reason I decided to get off birth control because I finally had an alternative that worked. 😭😭 In my opinion, to the person reading this, you shouldn't put too much thought into the negative reviews about how it "feels" for them. Everyone's anatomy and comfort level are different, so those kinds of reviews are subjective. What worked (or didn't work) for someone else might not be your experience. If you're curious, do your research, follow the instructions, and give it a fair try. It might just change your period life like it did mine. But, thank you Pixie Cup! I'll definitely be buying more stuff from you guys! ❤❤❤

After trying other products, I have reluctantly used pads for years and years. I hate them. My flows are extremely heavy and pads are so messy and take so long to change and clean up in the restroom. I have been thinking of trying disks for a while now and finally decided to bite the bullet. After my first week of using these, I am impressed. I did leak some, but I credit that to my inexperience with disks. Over all I am very happy. The ease of using the restroom is extremely relieving. I will say I am not a fan of the auto-dump and will keep figuring a way to eliminate it even though I'm aware that may not be possible. I don't understand how the company can claim it reduces cramps, I definitely did not notice a difference in that aspect. But the ease of insertion and removal, the ease of clean up, the ease of using the restroom now, all are reasons I will be buying another set and will use these the rest of my life. These disks are super comfortable. Even the large size was virtually unnoticeable. I will be recommending this product. 10/10 a life changer for me

It is a learning curve, but after almost a year and a half, I can definitely say I prefer using this over tampons. Just knowing what’s in them is worth trying. I definitely experience more leaks, but again it’s all about learning. It’s easy to put in, definitely easy in the shower like some people have said here! I don’t know how people cut off the tip and are able to find it, but that’s the only thing I ever find uncomfortable. If that is not where it’s supposed to be for me it’s very uncomfortable. Otherwise it’s just like a tampon and doesn’t even feel like it’s there. Knowing I’m not putting toxins in my body is definitely worth learning how to use this!!

UPDATE: I bumped this up from 2 to 3 stars. They messaged me and issued a refund because of my review below. Staying true to their promise! Amazing customer service! Kudos to the whole team. (Side note: Even if the discs didn’t work for me, I love their soap, silicone holder, and sterilizing powder!) —- I just transitioned to the disc during my last cycle. I have a high cervix. I thought that getting these in the combo would be the perfect way to try out what size worked for me. However, either of these just didn’t work no matter how much I tried. :( I kept trying and experimenting because maybe it was just the way I positioned that was wrong… but nada. It was either leaking, or caused me to have abdominal cramps, or was messing with how I peed (TMI). Especially the small size, it didn’t work for me at all. It was uncomfortable as I could feel it sitting and pressing within me when it was in the position where it didn’t leak. Every time I went to the toilet, I had to make the effort of pushing it back in again because if I didn’t, it would leak. I’d still give these 2 stars because the quality of these are amazing. The silicone feels high grade. Very easy to clean. The string makes it convenient to remove. Plus points that this is from a small family-owned business! It just unfortunately wasn’t a match for me personally.

I was looking into alternative options because I hate spending so much $$ every month for my period needs. I have really bad heavy flow and sometimes wearing super tampons with thick pad I’ll still leak. I have strong cramps that I take 400-800mg Advils and heating pads for. I used menstrual discs for the first time ever and let me tell you Pros: It’s super easy to insert. It’s like inserting a tampon, but hurts less since it’s not as dry/absorbing. I can wear this for 12 hours and I don’t leak (if inserted properly)?? Very unusual for me, especially on those heavy days. It’s comfortable and I forget I have it in. It’s easy to wash. I have a mini pixie steamer to disinfect this when I’m done using it. I noticed that I cramped way less and I didn’t have to take Advils for it, which is freaking awesome. Con’s: Since it’s my first time, I think I didn’t insert it correctly twice out of the four days I used this which cause me to leak. I had to continue wearing liners while using. I strongly recommend watching videos on how to place this correctly to understand what you’re doing. It’s messy when taking it out, so be prepared for that.

I wanted to love this product. I was really excited about all the potential benefits. Sadly, it falls short. I've used it for 4 cycles so I could get a good sense of what I like and what I don't. PROS: 1. Cost. Definitely a money saver. 2. Comfortable. I don't notice it at all when it's in. 3. Environmentally friendly 4. Insertion is easy once you get the hang of it 5. Easy to clean and disinfect in a sink 6. Might help a little with cramps? Not totally sure. CONS: 1. Leaks. A lot. I would never NEVER wear this without period underwear. Sometimes I have to use it with a pad and period underwear. Totally negates the point. 2. You can't tell when it's 'full'. So you either have to check periodically, or wait until it leaks. Once you take it out to check, you have to do the whole process of cleaning, etc. again even if it wasn't full. 3. Definitely does NOT hold 6 tampons worth. Maybe 6 super light tampons? There are days when I have to empty and clean this thing every 45 minutes. 4. Messy. Like really really REALLY messy. You empty it into the toilet, but then you have to get it to the sink to clean it while it's covered in sticky drippy stuff. 5. This would never work in a bathroom with community sinks - offices, airports, schools, grocery stores, or any place you stand next to someone while you wash your hands. Maybe someone has figured out a way to clean this thing while in a stall, but the amount of wipes or cleanser you'd need to use would negate the no trash and low cost benefit. And...I have no idea how I'd get it clean enough without running water. 6. There's a high ick factor. You need to be OK having blood on your hands (again, hard with a community sink). Putting it in is messy. Taking it out is messy. You have to be really familiar and comfortable with your body. 7. Cleaning this thing is a process. Definitely takes a lot more time than changing a tampon. Especially during heavy days or days I'm at work, I'm going to have to stick with tampons. I just don't trust this thing to do the job. I do like it at night and for the light days at the beginning/end.

Great in theory but garbage in practice. I’ve been using cups and discs for many years now and needed a new one. I’ve tried these out for 3 cycles now and they just don’t work. They self empty randomly when I’m active and at rest. I was so hopeful about these since the pull string and carrying case are nice touches but they’re a literal mess every month. This isn’t user error cuz I don’t have trouble with other brands and have experience with similar products. The top of the discs isn’t straight so I’m thinking that’s the problem? The top rim is concave and I’m guessing that’s the fault in the design. Very disappointing.