Saalt menstrual cups - Period care simplified!
The Saalt cup is a reusable and natural method for managing your period. The Saalt cup collects fluid rather than absorbing it, which helps prevent vaginal dryness and discomfort. This Duo Pack contains both an Original and a Soft version of the Saalt cup. Having a twin pack makes it easier to determine which firmness works best for different days of your period. The Original Saalt Cup may work best for your more physically active days while the Soft version is ideal for days you may be experiencing bladder sensitivity, or cramping. The Twin Pack includes 1 x Seafoam Green Original and 1 x Mist Grey Soft Saalt Cup.
Saalt Soft Cup features:
- Reusable for up to 10 years
- Reliable, leak free protection for up to 12 hours, including overnight. Can hold 3-4 tampons worth of menstrual fluid.
- Matte finish and grip rings at base of cup for easier removal
- Naturally non toxic and odour free
- Made from 100% medical grade silicone and does not contain BPA or Latex
- Stem can be trimmed to desired length
- Helps maintain natural vaginal pH levels
- Hypoallergenic and chemical free
- Cup storage bags included
- Made in the USA
- Vegan
- FDA registered and compliant
Differences between the Regular Saalt Cup and the Soft Saalt Cup:
Saalt Cup sizing:
Small: Suitable for women with a light to normal flow (2-3 tampons) and a low to moderate cervix height.Â
Dimensions: 41mm diameter | 70mm total length (including stem) | 25ml capacity
Regular: A high capacity cup that is suitable for women with a normal to heavy flow (3-4 tampons) and a moderate or high cervix height.
Dimensions: 46mm diameter | 70mm total length (including stem) | 30ml capacity
While your level of flow is an important indicator for the Saalt cup, the following factors should also be considered:
- Petite physique: You may consider starting off with a Saalt Small
- Tampon size: If you have only ever used mini tampons, you may wish to consider the teen size Saalt
- Vaginal insertion: If you haven’t comfortably inserted anything in your vagina before, we recommend the size small
- Vaginal Birth: If you’ve given birth vaginally, you may prefer the Saalt Regular
- Physical Activity: Active users with strong pelvic floor muscles may prefer the Saalt Small.
Please check the position of your cervix  to ensure you select the correct Saalt Cup size. Because your cervix can change position during the month, it is best to check it at the beginning of your period.
The first time you use your Saalt cup and at the end of each cycle, it is recommended to boil it for 4-5 minutes in order to properly sanitize it. Due the to softer nature of the Saalt Soft, it may take a bit more practice than the original Saalt to master insertion.
- Check:Â Before inserting your Saalt cup, first check that the four air holes in the top rim of the cup are clear and free from any debris.
- Prepare:Â Wash your hands and thoroughly rinse off any soap residue.
- Fold:Â Decide on a fold. The most common folds for inserting a menstrual cup are the C-fold, Punch-down fold, and the 7-fold.
- Insert:Â With your cup folded and held firmly just below the upper rim, slide it up and back at a 45 degree angle towards the tip of your tailbone. Your cup should be completely inside the vaginal canal but sitting lower than a tampon. Your cup is sitting in the right place when the rim is below or around your cervix.
- Position:Â Release the cup. It should then pop open and create a seal. To ensure this seal has been created, rotate the cup by pinching the base (not just the stem) and turning it 360 degrees.
- Secure:Â To make sure the cup is fully opened and secure, run a finger around the base of the body of the cup to ensure there are no folds. You can also double-check the seal by gently tugging on the stem. If there is some resistance when you tug, you have a good seal.
- Remove:Â Wash your hands thoroughly. Stand, sit, or squat. Use the stem to locate the base of the cup. With your thumb and index finger, pinch the base of the cup to break the seal. Wiggle the cup side to side as you gently pull it out. Empty the contents of the cup into a sink or toilet.
- Rinse and Re-insert:Â Rinse your cup in cold water. You may also like to clean it with a menstrual cup cleanser. Your cup is then ready to re-insert.
Sanitize: At the start and end of your period, sterilise your cup by boiling it in a pot of water for 4-5 minutes or by using the Saalt microwave cup steriliser. The cup storage bag can be cleaned by adding to your regular load of laundry.
Wash: During your cycle, rinse your Saalt cup in cold water to help prevent staining. Use a menstrual cup cleanser to clean the cup. Avoid any cleanser containing fragrance or oils that may irritate your vagina or cause deterioration of your cup. Clear the four holes in the rim of the Saalt cup by running under water or gently poking with a toothpick.
Store: Allow your cup to air dry thoroughly and store in its bag (or other breathable container) until next needed. Some discolouration may occur over time. This is normal.
If your Saalt cup is broken or shows any sign of deterioration, it’s time to replace it.
What we love about the Saalt menstrual cups!
We have partnered with Saalt in bringing their range to Australia since 2018. In this time, it has been a consistent and loved brand by our customers. The Saalt range has been thoughtfully designed and the company maintains their commitment to quality, sustainability, and happy cup customers! A few of their stand out features include:
- Made in the USA – with Saalt you know you are getting a high quality product in a world of increasingly available generic cup and disc brands.
- Saalt has every age and anatomy covered by providing a full range of cups covering teen sizes, soft cups, duo boxes, and the Saalt disc.
- Saalt offer a period bliss guarantee. They want you to love your purchase and their helpful and efficient team are on standby to ensure you have the right product from their range. On top of this, they provide Lots and Lots of resources to help you have the most successful cup or disc journey possible.
- Beautiful packaging makes the Saalt cup fun to receive and excellent to gift.
Saalt Cup FAQ's
There are a few reasons why you may want two different styles of Saalt Cup:
- The Softer style for when your are experiencing more cramping and discomfort and the Original for your more physically active days.
- The Original for use while getting the hang of using a menstrual cup and then the softer for once you’ve mastered insertion.
- Unsure of which style you will prefer the most.
- You want to save money and give a cup to a friend or family member.
Saalt also have an Original and Soft Duo Box. This is great for people who are confident on the size Saalt they need, but would love to try both the firmer and softer Saalt versions.
Yes, the Saalt period bliss guarantee covers an exchange or refund on any of their menstrual cup or disc range right up to a year from the original date of purchase.
The Saalt Twin pack only contains the Soft Seafoam Green and the Original Mist Grey. These are pre-packaged boxes so we are unable to mix and match colours. If you have your heart set on one of the other Saalt colours, you will need to purchase it separately.
No, the Saalt cups do not have any measuring lines, however, as a guide, the Teen Saalt holds 15ml (1-2 tampons), the Saalt small holds 25ml (2-3 tampons), and the Saalt regular holds 30ml (3-4 tampons).
Yes, the duo box comes with two carry bags so that you have a convenient way to store both cups when not in use.
Taylor (verified owner) –
Brilliant cups, and so good to have both the soft and original cups in one set to try/use. Very cute colours, beautiful and modern storage pouches. The cups work perfectly, no leaks, easy to remove and insert. New cup users may have a little more difficulty inserting the soft cup than the regular cup as it may not “spring” open as easily. Love that for every sale they also donate a cup to a girl/woman facing period poverty.
Eleanor (verified owner) –
Good value for money, love the storage pouches
Kelsey (verified owner) –
I’ve only tried the green one, but so far I am blown away. It’s easily been the best period experience of my life. I have a heavy flow and this cup gives me all the benefits of a tampon (as in, low/no mess, comfortable, easy to use) with none of the downsides (having to change every 3-6 hours, odor, dryness and irritation). If you’re thinking about making the transition, stop thinking about it and just do it.