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Contraception: Gel, Natural - Contragel Green
#ContraGel and #Caya #gel are #safe, #effective, #healthy & #vegan #contraceptive gels* for use with #diaphragms, #condoms and #cervical #caps. It is a vegan alternative to #spermicide, in a large 60ml tube. It is the ideal gel for your body used with your diaphragm or cervical cap - natural and safe. Contragel #Green is even compatible with water based #organic #lubricants and vegan #condoms.
EXPIRY DATES: Please note that gel orders are filled in order of expiry on the assumption that you will begin to use one of the gels immediately. If you do not plan to use a gel right away, or multiples continuously, please contact me to make sure the expiration dates will meet your needs.
We can only ship to a Canadian address. IF YOU HAVE A US SHIPPING ADDRESS, PLEASE LOCATE A US RETAILER NEAREST YOU. You MAY require a prescription to order for delivery to a medical practice or pharmacy in the US. If you pay for an order with a US Shipping Address, we will refund you minus $5 or the actual cost for administration and merchant fees. This website will calculate and charge shipping for any items ordered on this website. Nonetheless, I cannot complete an order to a USA address. You will be refunded minus $5 or the actual cost to cover administration and merchant fees.
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ALL contraception is in stock in the store. You can pick up the same day, or shop in person. We also mail out on the same day except for Sundays and Mondays when we are closed.
I give progressive discounts based on the number of tubes you order at once.
I also give a $5 discount on the first tube you buy on the same order as a FemCap OR Caya Diaphragm.
The expiry dates will generally be +-1 year from purchase. I cannot accept returns or refund if your gel expires before you are able to use it.
HOW MANY TO ORDER AT ONCE:
Since tubes are considered hygienic for 3 months, you'll need 4 tubes or more per year.
Each tube has enough for @15 uses.
An order of 10 is intended for more than one user.
You Pay only the base postage and save $$$
OR $5 DISCOUNT when you buy with a FemCap OR Caya Diaphragm
AND you save a bundle on postage because multiples cost only the base postage!
Why Use Contragel Green / Caya Diaphragm Gel?
~ Contragel Green contains no synthetic or artificial ingredients and is completely chemical-free!
~ Choose competitive pricing from a Certified Natural Health Practitioner.
~ Note that Contragel Green is sold in 60ml tubes, unlike spermicides sold in 30ml tubes for a similar price!
*Contragel and Caya Gel are sperm barrier that does the same job as a spermicide without harmful side effects!
ContraGel / Caya Diaphragm Gel comes in a 60ml tube that includes instructions in English and the product contains only these natural ingredients:
- Water
- Lactic Acid (an acid component discovered in milk but not sourced from milk per se. Contragel Green is vegan.)
- Sodium Lactate (natural salt from fermentation, vegan)
- Methylcellulose (natural thickener or gel from plants)
- Sorbic acid (a natural organic compound found in rowan tree berries Sorbus aucuparia used as an antimicrobial preservative)
ContraGel has been proven effective in clinical tests and is CE and Health Canada-approved. ContraGel can be used with any natural latex or silicone as well as rubber diaphragms or cervical caps. ContraGel is also compatible with natural latex rubber or polyurethane condoms and is also water-soluble. Expiry dates are imprinted on the bottom of the box as well as on the bottom of the tube itself.
Why an alternative to nonoxynol-9 (N-9) spermicide?
People who use barrier methods such as the 98% effective FemCap, condoms, or diaphragms for contraception most often use a contraceptive gel or spermicide. Most spermicides have included a popular ingredient called nonoxynol 9 (N-9). Nonoxynol 9 (N-9) is a chemical that disturbs or compromises the function of the head of the sperm, thus rendering it useless. While effective, an ever-increasing number of women experience irritation and infections from nonoxynol 9 (N-9) due to its inherent toxicity.
N-9 does not protect you from STIs and it may increase your risk of HIV.
In the United States, Food and Drug Administration rules state that warnings must appear on the outside of the carton and must say that nonoxynol-9 does not protect against STDs and may increase a person's chances of contracting HIV. They also must state that the product cannot be for rectal use, may cause vaginal irritation and should not be used if you or your partner is HIV positive. In Canada, N-9 spermicides have ceased to be widely available.
Some other products use another chemical compound known as the F-5 gel. ContraGel is the first and only spermicide that effectively uses only natural ingredients.
In North America almost all spermicides have been systematically discontinued by various manufacturers apparently due to safety concerns. Consequently, many different companies producing barrier-type products have opted to close their doors or have discontinued products such as diaphragms, which rely heavily on spermicide for their effectiveness. This has significantly reduced choice and left many women in North America with very little or no options when it comes to low-cost natural contraceptive alternatives. Many women are only told about hormonal contraception as an option. With profits coming in every month from women on prescription contraception, it is not surprising that the medical profession and big pharma are in no hurry to support or advance the progress of science in an effort to replace hormonal contraception and irritating spermicides with safer methods.
To learn more about the serious safety concerns with nonoxynol-9 go here
ContraGel Green a Safe, Effective and Affordable Choice.
ContraGel is a naturally green barrier gel for use with diaphragms and cervical caps. This water-soluble gel contains no synthetic or artificial ingredients and is completely chemical-free.
Available in a 60ml tube, it contains the following ingredients:
* Water
* Lactic Acid (milk acid)
* Sodium Lactate (natural salt from fermentation)
* Methylcellulose (natural thickener or gel)
* Sorbic acid (natural preservative)
ContraGel has been proven effective in clinical tests and is CE-approved and now Health Canada Approved. ContraGel is compatible with natural latex rubber and silicone diaphragms or cervical caps. ContraGel is also compatible with condoms made of natural latex rubber or polyurethane.
Cervical caps, diaphragms and condoms should all be used with a contraceptive gel to increase their effectiveness in preventing pregnancy.
ContraGel Green is the first and only gel barrier that is effective AND uses only natural ingredients.
It is my goal to make sure that women can obtain effective yet natural alternatives. This includes cervical barriers such as FemCap, the Caya Diaphragm, Cycle Beads and natural spermicides such as ContraGel and Caya Barrier Gel that are Health Canada and CE-approved in Europe. It costs less when you order ContraGel with your Caya Diaphragm.
Sell By Dates: With orders of single tubes, I supply the nearest Sell By date (but not OUT of date, of course!) With orders for multiples, the first tube will be the nearest date, and all the other tubes will be for the farthest Sell By date. I have not seen any other supplier provide a policy or guarantee to their customers.
How many tubes you use depends on how often you use the gel and how much you use each time. The manufacturer, Med Intim, recommends that you use a new tube every 3 months. Most clients buy Contragel four times per year, often ordering 4 at a time. The maximum number of tubes I recommend for one client for her own use is 5. I've added the option to buy 10 for those who are pooling a larger order with friends!
DISCOUNTS:
PAY BY CHEQUE OR E-TRANSFER to AnarresHealth AT Gmail DOT com.
Remember, you get an additional $5 discount when you order a Fem Cap OR Caya Diaphragm ON THE SAME ORDER!
You can order the Caya Diaphragm and $5 off Caya Gel
Your paid order will be normally posted the same day, as I keep everything in stock. Expect to receive your order within a week or two! I am absolutely floored and eternally grateful for your speedy shipping. I hadn't expected next-day delivery, but this was a godsend. You can look forward to more orders from us. Thanks.
SHIPPING NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL CLIENTS: Buyers from countries where adult sexuality is controversial often ask me about discreet packaging. Please know that the Customs Declaration will read "personal hygiene", a numerical code identifying the item, and the amount you paid. Your country has the right to inspect your order, but this only happens once in a while. Your country's customs opening your order is not a reason for return if the item itself is not damaged.
INSURANCE & HEALTH BENEFIT CLAIM? Please tell me what you need in terms of a receipt in the comments with your order if you need more than the invoice this website sends you by email. I am happy to provide signed, stamped and dated receipts for your order.
Contragel Green and Caya Diaphragm Gel are the same product with different branding. The Caya gel box comes with a plastic applicator which I do not recommend anyone uses! By default, I will send Contragel Green unless you specify Caya Gel.
Hi Tracey,
Wow! My parcel arrived today! That was crazy fast! Thanks for the great service and have a fantastic weekend. I'll be in touch! Regards, N
WHOLESALE: Please order multiples by the 1 (ex Quantity 5 of a single item, not quantity 1 of 5 items already discounted.) If you are a health practitioner, midwife, doula or retailer reselling these products, please email me including your business or practice name, address, contact numbers, website and Business Vendor or GST Number, along with an explanation of your plans to resell natural contraception. Note your application in the Comments with your order and I will apply a 25% discount on all-natural contraception items. Discounts can't be combined. We reserve the right to require prepayment. THE MINIMUM WHOLESALE ORDER IS 2 OR MORE OF EACH ITEM. Thanks, Tracey
IF YOU HAVE A US SHIPPING ADDRESS, PLEASE LOCATE A US RETAILER NEAREST YOU. You MAY require a prescription to order for delivery to a medical practice or pharmacy in the US.
ALL contraception is in stock in the store. You can pick it up the same day, or shop in person. We also mail out on the same day except for Sundays and Mondays when we are closed.
Anarres Natural Health cannot accept returns and we do not provide refunds for sexual health, menstrual and contraceptive products.
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Comments
#1 traceytf : Hi Tracey, Thank you so much
Hi Tracey,
Thank you so much for sending the Caya product so quickly! You are a wonderful source of information and I look forward to ordering additional Caya/Contragel from you in the future. I only wish my country made safe, non-hormonal birth control this easy to acquire.
Your friend,
S. (Tucson, Arizona)
p.s. the Contragel smells great! What a nice surprise.
#2 traceytf : ebay feedback
Hi Tracey, I'm sorry it has taken me a while to leave feedback on my order. It's great and this has been a wonderful experience! I plan on buying more Contragel from you again in the future! Sounds odd but I wanted to verify that this stuff actually worked first...and it does!
I've been using a diaphragm for about two months now, and while it's great, spermicide, nonoxynol-9, is not! Thanks to that gel I have had TWO urinary tract infections which became kidney infections!! I guess this stuff is still approved here because not enough people use it anymore; most doctors push condoms and the pill. :/
Anyway, thanks again for being so awesome. :D Take care!
#3 traceytf : customer service is outstanding
My order arrived in the mail today. Thank you so much. Your customer service is outstanding. I will Definately recommend you. Keep me updated please if you have any promotions or sales. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
(M.G., new customer from Texas)
#4 traceytf : comments
Debby:
“The studies conducted about N-9 were really alarming and I was looking for an alternative...so happy I found your site! Somehow, your shipping costs to the US are even lower than those in Canada!”
Erin:
"I use ContraGel with a diaphragm. I switched from Nonoxynol 9 based spermicide because of a desire to use more natural products. I have been very diligent about food that I eat as well as beauty products being natural for the last few years. It didn’t make sense to be using such unnatural chemicals inside my body. Thank you for offering this product."
Tazia:
"I got an Ortho-diaphragm a few months ago while living in New Zealand and could not find any spermicide for it. I found out that it had been difficult to find anymore. I joined a Yahoo group that was for women interested in diaphragms and Femcaps and heard about ContraGel through the discussions on spermicides and alternatives and that it was possible to order online."
Michelle:
I have awful reactions to regular spermicide and after one too many visits for meds I was desperate to find something. I’m so happy to have found a new natural alternative.
Martina:
"Nonoxynol-9 is obnoxious! It was absolutely unbelievable to me that there weren't other options available..."
Tala:
"I tried to get a diaphragm here in Canada and found out that they, along with spermicide have been discontinued in Canada. My boyfriend is allergic, and I found out there is a risk of genital lesions too and so that's how I stumbled on Contragel. I was shocked that none of the health professionals I consulted with or got my fitting done with knew about Contragel."
CJ:
"I found out about Contragel after doing much research into natural BC methods. I've decided to opt for the diaphragm along with NFP and wanted a safe spermicide. I found various forums where people recommend it and it is promoted on the Yahoo group "DiaphragmsandCaps". They actually order via a gynaecologist in Harley Street who orders from Germany in 100ml tubes. They call theirs Femprotect which I believe is slightly different but essentially the same idea (Lactic acid-based). I found your website and decided to order from you as it worked out better value by the ml!"
Megan:
“I’m extremely sensitive and anything with lots of chemicals always causes rashes, so regular spermicide is completely out of the question for me. I’d been wanting to use FemCap for a while and finally can now with ContraGel!”
Patricia:
"We've all got to go natural at some point...."
Brin :
"For several months, I have been researching alternative forms of birth control that do not involve pills, shots, or surgery. The Femcap plus the Contragel is just what I was looking for. It's a real pity that doctors don't take the time to do research regarding current forms of birth control for women; all they seem to want to do is prescribe the pill and send me on my way. My mother died of breast cancer and my father died of a heart attack. Therefore, the pill and other forms of hormonal birth control aren’t a good idea. Thank you again for making these products available to informed consumers!"
Tracey TieF
Certified Natural Health Practitioner
#5 traceytf : Reviews
karen: I'm allergic to so many products...it has been a real challenge finding something I can use. This product is great. No burnin, no itching and feels comfortable.
R: I wish this was sold in the US---so far I really like it and am so glad I don't have to worry about side-effects.
Marie: My husband and I are very pleased with this natural product. We have used 4 packs now and all is fine. Thank you for coming up with this product. Also, thank you for the easy way to order your products. A hassle-free and very efficient service.
Marie
A: I was looking for a natural spermicide to use with my diaphragm. I'm so happy to have found this.
Tracey TieF
Certified Natural Health Practitioner
#6 Anarres : Questions from a client
Q: I didn't see on the instructions how long the gel and diaphragm should be left in...I know from reading about other gels it's normally 6-8 hours. Do you have any idea about how long to leave the gel in?
I had also read that Contragel is as effective as N-9...do you have any first hand experiences/stories that this is the case?
A: Hi,
Un/fortunately, I have never needed to use the FemCap or Contragel personally, but I have enjoyed distributing these for my clients leaving oral contraception and no one has gotten pregnant accidentally!
Follow the instructions you received for diaphragm use with N-9 spermicide.
The primary function of a spermicide jelly is to physically trap the sperm.
Secondarily, n-9 kills sperm and the acidity from the lemon in the Contragel immobilizes them.
There's no difference as far as I know in use or effectiveness.
The diaphragm, as you know, must always be used with a gel.
Congratulations on quitting The Pill and learning natural fertility awareness.
Please let me know how Contragel works for you.
Best, Tracey.
Diaphragm Gel - Contragel green
Gel to be used with diaphragms or cervical caps
Contragel geen® covers as a physical barrier the cervix and reduces ph-value of the mucus. This gel should be inside the cavity of the diaphragm or cervical cap before inserting it inside the vagina. It is an additional security at the use of this barrier contraceptive method. Since 1972, Contragel geen® has a well established use and safety. Its previous brand name was Contracep Green from NVSH Netherlands.
Application
Before inserting the diaphragm or cervical cap into the vagina cavity, the gel should be given in a small volume of 3 ml into the cavity of the diaphragm or cervical cap. Now, the diaphragm or cervical cap is folded and inserted into the vagina. Please assure that the cervix is dipped into this gel and the membrane covers the cervix. The cervix is covered and closed twice: by the silicone membrane and the gel. These two barriers are physical barriers and prevent that sperm cells that by-passed the silicone barrier, cannot not move into the cervix and uterus. Please note the instructions of your diaphragm or cervical cap.
Notice
Waterbased gel – could be used as well with natural latex rubber condoms.
Storage
Keep dry and cool.
Tracey TieF
Certified Natural Health Practitioner
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