What is the Ruby Cup?
Ruby Cup is a healthier, more sustainable, cost-effective, and eco-friendly alternative to pads and tampons. Made from 100% soft, medical-grade silicone, this menstrual cup is comfortable, hygienic and it is reusable for up to 10 years. Best of all, for every Ruby cup you purchase, another cup is donated to a girl in need.
Ruby Cup Features:
- Made from 100% medical grade silicone
- Free from plastics, latex, toxins and bleaches
- Grip rings at the base of the cup for easier removal
- Measuring lines printed on the cup for fluid loss monitoring
- Firm, easy-grip stem to aid in removing your cup
- Registered with the Vegan society
- Holds 3 times the capacity of a super tampon, meaning you can wear the cup for up to 8 hours (depending on your level of flow)
- Comes with an organic cotton storage bag for convenience and includes usage instructions
- Available in 6 great colours: Clear, Blue, Pink, Purple, Black or Red
Buy One, Give One Programme:
Ruby Cup are committed to making periods better for women around the world. For every Ruby Cup sold, they will donate one to a girl in a developing country. Through this simple act of generosity, the life of a girl who may not have access to appropriate sanitary care is drastically improved. Every woman deserves to manage her period safely and with dignity. Learn more about how and where Ruby distribute cups here.
Size Guide:
The Ruby Cup is available in 2 sizes.
SMALL: recommended if you have a light to medium flow, and low to average height cervix.
MEDIUM: is recommended if you have a medium to heavy flow and an average to high cervix.
You may also find the following resources helpful:
What is your cervix height?
Determining your Amount of Flow
How to use the Ruby Cup:
Be sure to boil your Ruby cup for 2-3 minutes before using it for the first time. You can also sterilise it using the Ruby Clean microwave steriliser. When starting out on your menstrual cup journey, be patient and relax. It can take a couple of cycles to get used to your new cup.
Insertion:
- Always wash your hands before insertion or removal of your Ruby Cup
- Fold the cup into the ‘C-fold’ (or your other favourite type of fold)
- Gently push the Ruby cup into your vagina so that it is positioned underneath your cervix. Head towards the tip of your tailbone rather than in a ‘straight up’ angle.
- Once inserted, allow the cup to ‘pop’ open and create a suction seal around the vaginal wall.
Removal:
- Wash your hands
- Gently pull the stem with your fingers and use your stomach muscles to ‘bear down’ and move the Ruby cup downwards until you can grasp the base of the cup.
- Squeeze the base of the cup to release the suction and then carefully remove it.
- Empty, rinse, and reinsert. If you can’t access any water for rinsing your cup, simply wipe it with some toilet tissue. You can then rinse it properly when next able.
Depending on your level of flow, you may need to empty your cup every 4-8 hours.
How to Clean the Ruby Cup:
During your cycle, simply rinse your cup with cold water every time you empty it. It is then ready to re-insert. You do not need to disinfect your cup between uses during your period.
At the end of your cycle, it is recommended to disinfect your cup before storing it away until next time. Rinse your cup and then immerse in a pan or pot of water. Boil for 3-5 minutes being careful that the cup doesn’t touch the base of the pan. You can also sterilise the Ruby cup in the microwave using the portable and handy Ruby Clean Sterilizer.
After sterilising, ensure the cup is completely dry before storing it away in its cotton bag. It should be stored in such a way that it receives some ventilation, so avoid keeping your cup in an airtight container.
Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.
Georgia (verified owner) –
Not sure why I didn’t do this sooner!! Easy to use, comfortable one less thing to feel inconvenienced by at that time of the month!!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Excellent quality, speedy delivery. Highly recommend!
Julie M. (verified owner) –
This is my first menstrual cup and I think it is well designed. The instructions that came with it were easy to follow and helped me climb the learning curve. I choose the purple colour and its really cute. I also love that it lets you measure your blood as it helps me track my period.
Nicole (verified owner) –
Changed my brand of menstrual cup to Ruby and am really happy I did! Softer silicone that fits much better and more comfortable
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Worked well and did not leak at all
Vanessa (verified owner) –
Can’t recommend the Ruby Cup highly enough! Wish I’d made the switch sooner.
I went with the medium size as I’ve had children & used tampons most of my life. Although the size looked slightly daunting to begin with, it fitted well and I couldn’t feel it when inserted (although I am considering trimming the stem). Happily used overnight & all day and I’ve had no problems at all with leaks.
I found the instructions, other reviewers recommendations & YouTube explanations really helpful to understand how best to insert & remove. After a couple of attempts I got the hang of it pretty quickly – trying out in the shower really helped & removed any worries when it came to the potential thought of spilling blood all over the floor!
If you’ve been on the fence about making the switch, just do it – you won’t regret it! And the buy one give one is a fantastic initiate to get behind.
Ruby Cup for the win!
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Rachael (verified owner) –
This isn’t my first Ruby Cup and it won’t be my last. Freedom from sanitary waste is a blessing you didn’t know you could have! Switch to a cup ladies, if you hang in there and get through the awkwardness, once you’re used to it you won’t know how you ever lived without one.
Brittany (verified owner) –
Arrived in a plain box (thank you!) and it’s just want I needed size wise and great packaging. Very happy
Ciara (verified owner) –
I love the Ruby cup, I can barely feel it, once I put it in. I also love the concept that get one give one to a woman/person who bleeds in need.
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Phillipa Finlay (verified owner) –
Absolutely love this Cup, really comfy and secure, didn’t need to trim and have had no leakages! 100% would recommend.
Jade T. (verified owner) –
Amazing and I love how eco friendly it is.
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Aleara (verified owner) –
Best decision I’ve ever made. So glad I finally made the switch to a cup.
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Melissa (verified owner) –
Softer and more flexible material. Color options are nice to hide eventual staining. Really like the buy one donate one feature.
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Hannah (verified owner) –
Good “goldilocks” firmness- not so firm that its hard to insert (7 fold) but not so soft that it won’t pop open or that it gets crushed during exercise. A bit short for my high cervix days, but great otherwise. Love the black as well!
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Kirstine S. (verified owner) –
I’m still getting the hang of it but I’m very happy with it. It is my first cup, and so so so (cannot stress it enough!) much BETTER than using pads. Just super duper comfy! I wasn’t game enough to use it during the day but it is a definite game changer. It leaked a bit during the first night but i left it in all night long to test it out.
Holly W. (verified owner) –
Definitely the best on the market!
Sophie O. (verified owner) –
Cup was exactly as described. Working well!
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
I have mild vaginismus, and this is great. It took a while to figure out how to get it in painlessly, but now it’s easy and I don’t feel anything when it’s in. It works fantastically and is super convenient.
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Stephanie (verified owner) –
This product wasn’t suitable for me but the actual product is great
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Madeleine (verified owner) –
I wish I had starting using this years ago! It is so easy to use, so much less hassle and I can get on with my day, do my yoga and go anywhere without having to worry! 100% recommend!
Elizabeth S. (verified owner) –
Easy to use, very happy with results
Casey (verified owner) –
Took a little getting used to, but it’s amazing now! Totally worth it.
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
I am so happy I finally ordered one. Apart from feeling free from waste, I’m terrible at remembering to carry tampons with me. This is the best cause once you have it with you, it’s always there. Don’t have to remember to bring anything! It cleans up ok with TP in a public toilet situation.
Jessica M. (verified owner) –
I went for the smaller size beachside generally my period it’s pretty light but think I could use the bigger size on the heavier days. I’ve have children and know the bigger size is recommended but found it intimidating. I think having both would work well for me. I only had leaking on the heavier days so think using the bigger size on those days would help.
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Really happy! One cycle in and found it straight forward and simple to use, would recommend.
Janet (verified owner) –
Should have switched years ago. I sleep so much better with the Ruby cup. Good instructions with it too. Give it a try. Just have showers morning and night it’s easy.
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Veneche-Leigh (verified owner) –
This is a great cup! I have previously used a less flexible cup and was quite happy with it but I like the Ruby cup more. It’s soft enough to easily insert and remove but still stays in place. I also like the black color because you can’t see the staining as easily. Really happy with it.
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Everyone should use a cup. Yes, it takes a little getting used to, but the reduction in the amount of waste you produce and the convenience is worth it.
Nicole (verified owner) –
I’ve only used it for one cycle so far and I got the hang of it! It did take a few tries, I could still feel it at first and I was putting it in a bit too far. I also felt panicky when I thought it was ‘stuck’ but I reread the instructions and realised i wasn’t ‘pushing down’ in order to get hold of the cup and break the seal. Simple. By the end of this cycle I had no problem sitting it in the right position, I couldn’t feel it at all and no leakage. I think I will buy the bigger size too as I don’t want to have to change it every 4 hours for heavy flow. I chose Ruby Cup because the ‘how to choose the right size’ info was simple, it sounded like a great first cup, and the ‘give one’ concept. I think I made a great choice.
Naomi (verified owner) –
I wish I had discovered this year’s ago!
Medina (verified owner) –
Love the ruby cup. The silicone is flexible and the colour range is fun. Prefer it much more than the Pelvi cup.
Dita (verified owner) –
The price was about $45 not $79
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Great and simple to use. Love it!
Amelia H. (verified owner) –
It’s just what I wanted
Kelly B. (verified owner) –
I wish I had bought one sooner.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Love this cup and love that you can buy a silicon microwave steamer to keep it sterile.
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Tiffany (verified owner) –
First time using a cup. Was really good
Ally B. (verified owner) –
Comfortable, convenient, easy and good for the environment, there is no down side!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Easy to use and so much more comfortable than pads and tampons!
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Madison (verified owner) –
Easy to use and comfortable
Jenna (verified owner) –
Very flexible and comfortable
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Annie (verified owner) –
The cup was great, just a little short & getting it out was difficult. I ended up ordering a longer cup. I like that ruby donates a cup with each one sold.
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Jo C. (verified owner) –
Only the first day using it and so far so good. I’m looking forward to it becoming second nature and ditching other sanitary products for good!
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
Genuinely good product. Of the cups I bought, this was my least favourite but I’m new to cups so will likely improve
Jade (verified owner) –
The Ruby Cup is a very comfortable cup and easy to use for a beginner. So happy I made the switch.
Yes it’s good for the environment.
Yes it saves you money.
But mostly it just makes for an easier period. (*after learning how to use it)
I’ll never go back.
Jade (verified owner) –
The Ruby Cup is a very comfortable cup and easy to use for a beginner. So happy I made the switch.
Yes it’s good for the environment.
Yes it saves you money.
But mostly it just makes for an easier period. (*after learning how to use it)
I’ll never go back.
Brianna (verified owner) –
Great quality and affordable! Very easy to use
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Emma (verified owner) –
Absolutely love it!! I was very hesitant to try it and unsure how often I would need to empty & clean it but after one cycle I’ve found what works for me. It was a little bit had to take out the first time but there are lots of youtube instructions available I can now get it out first go. Would definitely recommend
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A great flexible cup that opens up well to stop leaks.
I got the black as it does not show staining which makes it feel fresher and nicer for much longer.
The sizing is based on flow, although, I would recommend the smaller size for women under 30 or who have not had children. The smaller cup is absolutely big enough for a heavy flow.
Grace B. (verified owner) –
Love this cup! I’ve tried 2 other brands and though they are great, this is definitely my favourite. 10/10 would recommend! Be patient and give it time! You’ll thank yourself for it x
Victoria (verified owner) –
This cup is great, easy to use and pays for itself. I also LOVE that every purchase donates a Ruby Cup to women and girls that do not have access to menstrual care products.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
This product is great and I would highly recommended it to all.
Natalia (verified owner) –
It is great! I wish I got it earlier. Love it 😍
Anonymous (verified owner) –
I love my cup! I have been using it for a few years now & bought another as a gift for a friend. It is easier, cleaner, better for the environment & I have more awareness & control over my period. Would highly recommend them!
Tori (verified owner) –
So easy to use, cost effective and less wastage when you’re having your lady days
Danielle Sanchez (verified owner) –
After taking the quiz and having the Ruby Cup recommended, I’ve found it to be absolutely perfect for me and so easy to use. I wish I had known about cups years ago!!
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I always struggled with tampons (either because I’m too small or my fingers were too short to push it all the way in…) and a cup is definitely so much easier! Considering this was the first cup i ever purchased, i’m very pleased to find it’s the right fit. My period is generally not super heavy and I can get away with emptying the cup (I got a small size Ruby cup) just twice a day, which is so much nicer than having to deal with changing pads or the smelly rubbish it creates. Definitely worth the money, convenience and lack of rubbish. Would recommend!
Emma (verified owner) –
Stem needed to be trimmed but will buy another
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Rachel Edwards (verified owner) –
Love the ruby cup! Love the feeling knowing I’m helping the environment and another woman in need.
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