Save £££s by switching to reusable period products

Councils in Cambridgeshire are encouraging women to swap out single-use period products for more sustainable options by offering unique discounts which could save you a pretty penny.

Thanks to funding, they’re offering Mooncup menstrual cups for just £5 instead of £23.

Don’t worry if you prefer pads or period pants – you can also save money as councils are offering a 10-25% discount when you buy these from certain retailers.

Which councils are offering this deal?

• Peterborough
• Fenland
• South Cambridgeshire
• East Cambridgeshire
• Cambridgeshire city
• Huntingdonshire district

Why choose a Mooncup?

The Mooncup is made from medical-grade silicone which is kind to both your body and the planet. They contain no plastics or toxins and there’s nothing to throw in the bin afterwards.

When looked after properly, they can last for around 10 years, saving around 2,640 single-use menstrual products from ending up in landfill.

The cheapest pack of tampons we found costs £1 for 20, adding up to around £140 over the course of 10 years.

By switching to a Mooncup, your period will cost around 5p each month – saving you a whopping £135.

What other discounts can I get?

Each council has teamed up with different brands.

Expect to see discounts of 10-25% on items from the likes of Cheeky Wipes, Cherry Bottoms, WUKA, Green Blue You and more.

How do I get a discount?

Fill out a form on Mooncup’s website to get a discount code. This’ll let you buy a cup for a fiver – and you won’t have to pay postage either.

You’ll need to submit a request for any other discount codes, which will be emailed to you after your council has checked you’re a local resident:

• Peterborough
• South Cambridgeshire
• East Cambridgeshirev
• Cambridgeshire city
• Huntingdonshire district

You can then use this code on the supplier’s website.