Frequently Asked Questions About Sea Pearls™
I have been using my sponge for about 3 days, and am noticing that it is slightly discolored. Is this normal? Sea Pearls™ are naturally bleached during the cleaning process. They may revert to their original, darker color after several uses. This is normal, but if it bothers you, they may be re-bleached in a solution of 1/2 hydrogen peroxide and 1/2 water. This will also discourage any bacterial growth and unpleasant odors.
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How do I remove the sponge? It sounds like a great idea, but I want to make sure it goes in and out easily. Have there been any issues with this in the past? Sponges are very easy to remove. Simply feel for the perimeter of the sponge, grasp it and pull gently. Your sponge will not get lost (It has nowhere to go!). Some women have reported that removing the sponge is easiest when sitting on the toilet because you are very relaxed. We have never experienced any problems with this matter and Sea Sponges haves been used and sold since 1974.
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If I cannot fit the sponge in comfortably, can I trim it to a smaller size? You may certainly trim your sponge to a smaller size. However, do not cut the sponge in half, as Sea Pearls™ are in a specific shape. Rather, hold the sponge, and trim around the perimeter until you reach the desired size. You should not feel any pressure if your sponge is the proper fit.
I was wondering if I can go swimming while using Sea Pearls™ tampons? What about menstrual blood? You may definitely use your sponge while swimming. The sponge will prevent any bacteria in the water from entering your vagina.
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What can I do if I am using a public restroom and don’t feel comfortable rinsing out my sponge tampon? We suggest that you purchase 2 packs of Sea Pearls™, so you will have 3 extra sponges as a backup. Simply drop your used sponge into a small container and rinse them when you return home. Sponges that have been sitting in a container all day need to be well washed well with any of the methods described within this Website or in our brochure.
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How often do you need to replace Sea Pearls™ sponge tampons? Every woman is unique, emotionally and physically, so sponges will deteriorate at different rates. We suggest replacing them every 3 months, although they can last much longer. Many women like to replace them monthly, putting the used ones into their compost heaps or otherwise returning them to the earth. You can also boil your old sponges and recycle them for cosmetic or artistic purposes!
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Is it okay to use 2 Sea Pearls™ tampons at once for heavy menses? It is perfectly alright to use 2 Sea Pearls™ at once as long as you are comfortable. However, its highly unlikely that you will need to use two at any one time.