Now that you've worn your ultra-comfortable cup for hours, removal is the easy part. Four calm steps — wash, relax, pinch & wiggle, empty. That's it.
Always wash your hands before inserting or removing your menstrual cup. Remember to rinse off any soapy residue so nothing irritates you.
Think of puppies, ice-cream or rainbows — anything that puts you in a relaxed headspace.
Tension can tighten your vaginal muscles and make for an unpleasant removal. So breathe deeply and find your inner calm.
Sitting over the toilet or in a squatting position, gently “push” with your pelvic muscles (the same ones you'd use for a bowel movement). This lowers the cup so you can easily reach the base.
Gently insert your fingers between your labia and locate your cup. Then pinch the base / bottom third of the cup (not the stem) to release the suction, and softly wiggle it down. Voilà — your cup is out! Empty it over the toilet, sink, or shower.
Don't pull on the stem. The stem is only there for peace of mind when locating your cup. Release the vacuum by pinching the bottom third while wiggling the cup down.
Empty the contents into the toilet or sink. Rinse with cold water first (warm water can set stains), then gently wash with a mild detergent soap.
Clean the air holes and thoroughly rinse off any soapy residue, then re-insert. You don't need to sanitize during your cycle — only at the end of it.
First-time users often worry a cup can get stuck. It can't — there's only one way out. Don't pull on the stem. Unlike tampons, the stem doesn't assist removal; it's only for locating your cup, like training wheels on a bicycle. Most Flo Angel users trim the stem once comfortable.
Your cup forms a vacuum seal that keeps bacteria out and prevents leaks. Breaking the seal is easy — just pinch the bottom third while slowly wiggling the cup down.
A menstrual cup usually sits lower than a tampon. If you inserted it a little high, or it shifted up while wearing, your fingers might feel too short to reach it. Not to worry — there's an easy fix.
To lower the cup, simply push down with your pelvic muscles (the same ones you use for a bowel movement). Contracting them brings the cup within easy reach for removal.
From first fold to confident removal — explore the full Flo Angel guide.
