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Adulttoymegastore's Condom Guide

By Kacey Willers 6 years ago. Posted in Sexual Health
Adulttoymegastore's Condom Guide

Everything you need to know about Condoms

You may be thinking you know it all when it comes to using a condom, and for you that may be the case. But it's estimated that 18 out of 100 people each year will either fall pregnant or contract a sexually transmitted infection when using a condom, which proves that we might not be as clued-up on condom use as we think!

Although it's easy to blame the condom being the issue in this equation, ineffectiveness of condoms generally comes down to the condom not being used correctly by the user. Here's how to avoid it!

What is a Condom?

A condom is a tight fitting sheath with a reservoir end which is most commonly made of thin, natural latex rubber, designed to cover the erect penis. The purpose of condoms is to prevent contact with semen and vaginal fluids by limiting skin-to-skin contact in order to avoid pregnancy and the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Condoms are wrapped individually in a sealed foil packet. Glyde Maxi Natural 100 Bulk PackGlyde Maxi Natural 100 Bulk Pack$59.95Shop NowMy Size Condoms 64mm 3pkMy Size Condoms 64mm 3pk$5.95Shop Now

How effective are Condoms?

If you use condoms every time you engage in sexual activity and use it properly (see instructions below), there is only a 2% chance that you will fall pregnant. Therefore, condoms are technically 98% effective at preventing pregnancy which is just as effective as many other contraception methods.

However, as a lot of people do fail to use condoms correctly, condoms are only 82% effective in the real world. Therefore, the effectiveness of condoms mostly lies in how well you use them! Condoms are also very effective at protecting yourself from contracting or passing on STIs, due to the layer of protection acting as a barrier between the male urethra and vaginal secretions.

What lubricant is safe to use with condoms?

Make sure you only use water-based lubricant when using a condom as many lubricants include petroleum jelly which will weaken the latex of the condom. If water based lubricant isn't your number one go-to, just make sure you check the ingredients on the back of any silicone or other lubricant you may be using to see if it's compatible with condoms. Wet Stuff Gold 75mlWet Stuff Gold 75ml$9.95Shop NowLiquid Sex WaterBased Lube 16 fl oz 473 ml Pump BottleLiquid Sex Water-based Lube 16 Fl Oz 473 Ml Pump Bottle$20.95Shop Now

What kinds of condoms are there?

Latex-Free Condoms

Latex is the material that was originally found to be the best all-round option for making a condom, but unfortunately some of us are allergic to it. Latex-free condoms are made from a different non-latex material called Polyisoprene. Polyisoprene is a material that makes them suitable for people who have an allergy to natural rubber latex proteins. Ansell Skyn Intense Feel 10sAnsell Skyn Intense Feel 10s$17.95Shop NowTrojan Naturalamb Lubricated 3pkTrojan Naturalamb Lubricated 3pk$12.95Shop Now

Vegan Condoms

A lot of people aren't aware of this but majority of latex condoms contain casein, which is a product from curdled milk. Casein is used in order to make latex smooth, which is a pretty vital component of a condom! If you are a vegan, allergic to dairy products or just don't like the sound of curdled milk don’t sweat, there are vegan condoms available that feel just like latex condoms. Sir Richards Ultra Thin 12PackSir Richards Ultra Thin 12-pack$19.95Shop NowGlyde Ultra 100 Bulk packGlyde Ultra 100 Bulk Pack$59.95Shop Now

Novelty Condoms

Everyone loves a laugh and that is exactly what novelty condoms are designed to do. Novelty condoms are for gifts and gags, meaning they are about fun, not protection. Great for a hilarious gift or prank, but just make sure that is exactly where they stay. As a joke as you won't find it very funny if you end up with more than you bargained for. Glow in the Dark Condoms 4 PackGlow In The Dark Condoms 4 Pack$6.95Shop NowSUPER CONDOMSuper Condom$6.95Shop Now

Femidom (Female Condoms)

Female condoms are made from polyurethane and are inserted into the vagina before sex. It entirely lines the vagina and protects against both STDs and pregnancy. The condom is a pouch which has flexible rings at each end and you insert it just before vaginal intercourse and is inserted deep into the vagina. The ring at the closed end holds the pouch in the vagina and the ring at the open end stays outside the vaginal opening during sex. It can also be inserted into the anus if engaging in anal sex. Femidom Female Condom SingleFemidom- Female Condom Single$6.95Shop NowFemidom Female Condom 3 pcsFemidom Female Condom 3 Pcs$11.95Shop Now

Flavoured Condoms

Flavoured condoms are just regular latex condoms with a flavoured coating. If you've ever had a dentist's glove in your mouth, you know latex doesn't taste very good, which is why flavoured condoms are a necessity if performing protected oral sex as it will make it a lot more enjoyable for the giver. Flavours range strawberry to chocolate to cola to every other flavour in between! They are also 100% safe for human tasting. GLYDE Flavoured Ultra Condom  10 packGlyde Flavoured Ultra Condom 10 Pack$18.95Shop NowFour Seasons 12 Pack Flavours and ColoursFour Seasons 12 Pack Flavours And Colours$9.95Shop Now

Step by step instructions on how to use a Condom:

  1. Open the foil package carefully. Take care not to damage the condom with fingernails, rings or other body jewellery.
  2. Do not unroll the condom before putting it on. Unrolling the condom before use may damage it and make it more difficult to put on.
  3. Put the condom on before any contact occurs between the penis and the partner’'s body.
  4. Gently hold the reservoir tip of the condom between thumb and forefinger (this makes sure there is no air trapped in it) and unroll the condom onto the erect penis, rolling smoothly all the way down.
  5. After you have put on the condom, add plenty of lubricant.
  6. Withdraw the penis from your partner soon after ejaculation, before the erection goes down. Hold the rim of the condom round the penis so that the condom does not slip off during withdrawal. This should prevent any spillage.
  7. After withdrawal, take care not to touch the vaginal area with either the penis or the condom.
  8. If the condom breaks or slips off during intercourse, do not ejaculate inside your partner and withdraw immediately. If ejaculation occurs, consult a doctor as soon as possible about 'morning after' contraception and infection prevention, whether spermicide has been used or not.
  9. Check with a doctor or pharmacist about the compatibility of condoms and topical medicines applied to the penis, vagina or rectum.
  10. A spermicide may be used with condoms if desired, but is not essential for contraception prevention.
  11. Dispose of used condoms by wrapping and putting in a garbage bin. Do not flush down the toilet.

Is it time to stock up on condoms?

Condoms come in all shapes, sizes and flavours so make sure you find the right style for you and your partner. Also remember that condoms can be used during either vaginal or anal sex.

Check out our entire condom range here!

Kacey Willers
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