{"product_id":"natural-intimacy-menstrual-sea-sponges","title":"Natural Intimacy Menstrual Sea Sponges","description":"\u003cp\u003eSea Sponges are a reusable and completely natural alternative to disposable tampons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntimateCare Sea Sponges are luxuriously soft and kind to your body. Harvested directly from the Mediterranean Sea, they are free from chemicals, completely non-toxic and biodegradable. Each sponge can be trimmed to size for a comfortable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf cared for properly, your sea sponge can last between 3–6 months, possibly more. Intimate Care sponges also come in plastic-free packaging—a huge win for the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUse\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo insert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSterilise your sponge as per the manufacturer's instructions prior to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands thoroughly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet the sponge with warm water to soften it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze out excess water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch the sponge with your fingers and insert into the vagina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure your sponge is removed and cleaned at least every 8 hours. You may need to remove it more often if you have a heavy flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo remove\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands thoroughly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeel for the perimeter of the sponge with your index finger and thumb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSqueeze the sponge gently and pull it lower until you are able to remove it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the sponge under clean running water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMedium: 5.5–6.5 cm (2–2.5 inches), 3 per package\u003cbr\u003eLarge: 6.5–8 cm (2.5–3.5 inches), 2 per package\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSponge Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs sponges grow in the sea with other marine life, they may contain traces of typical sea residue. Simply clean or sterilise your sponge before using it on or inside your body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash your sponge well between uses. Allow it to air dry away from surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCleaning Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the cleaning method that works best for you:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash with mild soap under warm water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak for 10 minutes in a 1:10 water-to-vinegar mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak for 10 minutes in water with 1 tbsp baking soda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThoroughly rinse after cleaning and leave to air dry before storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse harsh soaps or chemicals, which may damage the delicate fibres, upset pH levels or cause skin irritation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil your sponges, as this can cause toughening and shrinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak your sponges longer than recommended, as they may deteriorate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eManufacture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Spain\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NATURAL INTIMACY","offers":[{"title":"Medium (3 Pack) \/ Bleached","offer_id":48206475034775,"sku":"IC-3MB","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (3 Pack) \/ Unbleached","offer_id":48206475002007,"sku":"IC-3MU","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (2 Pack) \/ Bleached","offer_id":48206475100311,"sku":"IC-2LB","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (2 Pack) \/ Unbleached","offer_id":48206475067543,"sku":"IC-2LU","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/7803\/files\/NaturalImtimacy2LB.png?v=1688096814","url":"https:\/\/periodshop.com.au\/products\/natural-intimacy-menstrual-sea-sponges","provider":"PeriodShop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}