Menstrual Cup (DivaCup)

The DivaCup outperforms #4’s composting bin in long-term cost efficiency, saving $3,000–5,000 over a lifetime versus $50 per year in bag fees for reusable grocery bags. A single cup costs $30–40 and replaces 2,400 tampons, eliminating the $7–10 monthly expense of disposables. Disposable menstrual products generate 200,000 tons of landfill waste annually in the US, while a cup lasts up to 10 years with zero landfill contribution. Made from medical-grade silicone, it avoids bleach, dioxins, and fragrance chemicals found in 90% of conventional pads, making it both safer for your body and cheaper than the typical rival for a lifetime use.