During the menstrual cycle, most women opt for sanitary towels or tampons. Not many

Kenyan actress and model Ebby Weyime has launched a brand called Grace Cups.

The idea behind it was eliminating the problem of the smell, leaks and discomfort that ill fitting pads or tampons would bring.

Ebby was challenged by a fellow model to try out the Grace Cups and finally found a brand that is practical and feasible for a woman with a busy life.

What you should consider about menstrual cups.

What are menstrual cups exactly?

Menstrual cups are a cup like device that is inserted into the vagina (like a tampon) and acts as a repository for your flow during your period.

The cup needs only be emptied four times a day depending on the size of the cup which is determined by flow type.

Grace Cups in particular:

How to use Grace Cups

To remove:

Why should you use a cup

Some of the benefits listed are:

Why the menstrual cup isn't perfect

While the menstrual cup has a lot of pros, here are some cons:

What you must know when using a cup