Friday, May 2, 2014

Soft Cup Review and Giveaway (EvoFem)

Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Evofem, the makers of SoftCup. I received SoftCup products in exchange for honest review from EvoFem. All opinions are my own. No other compensation was provided. This post also contains Amazon Affiliate Links.



  @2014 +Stacie Wyatt  /Perfect Chaos


I used to use SoftCups, when they was known as Instead Cups years ago. Then, Aunt Flo got heavier and I never seen Instead Cups again. Little did I know, Instead changed their name to Softcups and are now available in disposable and reusable (for length of cycle).



In exchange for honest review, I received the following:


  • Pack of 2 reusable softcups
  • Softcup pink purse pack
  • Softcup sharpies
  • Softcup leather pouch
  • Softcup green reusable tote bag. 

About the Product:

SoftCup is made of a non-absorbent, non-irritating, flexible material, which has been used in the medical industry for over 20 years. The product does not contain latex, silicone, BPA, PVCs, bleach, pesticides, and other yucky stuff.

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I chose the reusable because I already had used the disposable. For the reusable soft cups, you simply wash between bathroom stops, reinsert, and dispose at the end of your cycle. Retrieval does get messy, depending on your flow. I recommend placing a piece of tissue paper or towel near the sink, and keep water running nearby. You can remove, place on towel, clean yourself up, wash the cup, and reinsert.

For the disposable soft cups, you simply dispose after the cup is filled. You can also order a sample pack for $2.50 online.

Instead Softcups 12 Hour Feminine Protection,14 Count (Amazon Disposable Cups, sold in 1, 2, or 3 packs. Add-on only OR Subscribe and Save. Not prime eligible)

Evofem Reuseable Softcup for Up To 1 Cycle, 2 Count (Amazon reuseable Softcups, 2 counts. Add-on only OR Subscribe and save. Not prime-eligible.)




Benefits of SoftCups:

  • The softcups can be worn for up to 12 hours. 
  • The cups can be worn during sex
  • The cups can be worn overnight
  • No menstrual odor while wearing the cups. 
  • The products does not cause irritation or dryness. 
  • The products does not inhibit physical activity. 
  • For every softcup bought, the company donates one to a girl in need

How to use Softcups. 






My Review:

I enjoyed using the softcups again. Because of my cycle, I was able to wear the cups for 5 hours maximum. For additional protection, I wear a pad or panty liner still. The cups are easy to insert and easy to remove. I washed the cups between changes using a light soap and water. A feminine soap would work as well. 

The only issue I had was the cups had developed an odor. Do not smell the cup after washing it after day 5 or 6 goes by. My last two cycles lasted 7 to 10 days. I would recommend not wearing the cups this long, but opt for using two cups.


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12 comments:

  1. I learned that they can be worn for up to 12 hours! Ive honestly never heard of these before but would love to try them.

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    1. Thank you Jessica for commenting. The soft cups was innovative when they first came out. Im glad they are back in stores and i can order online.

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  2. I learned that Softcup are made entirely of hypoallergenic, non-toxic, latex-free, non-irritating material. Awesome!

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    1. Thank your for commenting. The giveaway ends toward the end of the week :-)

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  3. I learned that they are not linked to TSS. I also like the additional information for teens.

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    1. Thank you Michele for entering. The contest ends in a few days.

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  4. I learned you can use it during intercourse. I'm already a huge fan of menstrual cups (Have another kind) but this one looks so much better than my current.

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  5. I learned they can be worn overnight!

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  6. I learned that you can wear these overnight. how awesome! I hate that gross gush in the morning with pads

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  7. They aren't linked to TSS...awesome.

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  8. I love that it's hypoallergenic! n learned n loved that u can wear it overnight!

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  9. i learned that these are actually better than typical tampons.

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