It needs to be emptied out more frequently than once/day for most people. In public a lot of people just empty it out in the toilet when it's full, re-insert, and wash their hands. The risk of toxic shock is pretty low compared to tampons. And with a little technique from repetition you can minimize mess. But if I saw someone rinsing one out in the sink I'd just chuckle to myself and move on. Being disgusted by menstrual blood feels childish to me. But leaving messes for our proletarian janitors and cashiers is inexcusable.
That said: PSA, cups are more sustainable than pads tampons both in reducing waste and on your wallet, and they're about as easy to clean as other silicone unmentionables.
It needs to be emptied out more frequently than once/day for most people. In public a lot of people just empty it out in the toilet when it's full, re-insert, and wash their hands. The risk of toxic shock is pretty low compared to tampons. And with a little technique from repetition you can minimize mess. But if I saw someone rinsing one out in the sink I'd just chuckle to myself and move on. Being disgusted by menstrual blood feels childish to me. But leaving messes for our proletarian janitors and cashiers is inexcusable.
That said: PSA, cups are more sustainable than pads tampons both in reducing waste and on your wallet, and they're about as easy to clean as other silicone unmentionables.