Choosing The Right Kind of Condom For You
Buying condoms can seem frightening and even embarrassing, especially for a shy individual or young person, but it really isn’t. Thanks to the fantastic age we live in, you can now buy condoms online, there are a lot of different kinds of condoms to choose from and here are 10 Tip’s to help you choose the right condom for you! Remember that you are doing something responsible, both for your safety and your partner’s.
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Here are the different types you can get:
Condom Material
. Most condoms are made from latex or polyurethane. The latex ones are a little stronger, so they give slightly better protection from STDs and pregnancy. A very little amount of people are allergic to latex, though, so they use polyurethane ones.
Condom Size
. Condoms come in lots of different sizes. You can get longer or shorter or wider or narrower ones. If a packet of condoms says ‘large’ or ‘small’, this is usually talking about the width of the condom, not the length. Be honest! A condom that is too big may come off, and a condom that’s too small might break. Most condoms that you buy in shops or online via shops like MyCondom will be a standard in sizes unless you specify other sizes.
Lubricated Condoms
. Some condoms are not lubricated at all, some have silicone-based lubricants, and some have water-based lubricants. Some condoms are lubricated with a spermicide (see below).
Spermicidal Condoms
. Some condoms have a spermicidal lubricant, which can help to reduce the likelihood of pregnancy. One of the most common spermicides is something called nonoxynol-9. This is a chemical that some people are sensitive to, and if it’s used regularly it can cause irritation and increase the chance of HIV infection. Condoms lubricated with Nonoxynol 9 should not be used for anal sex.
Ribbed Condom
. These condoms have little ridges running around them. These can make sex more pleasurable for both partners, and if they’re used correctly (see below) then they’re just as safe as ordinary ones. Ribbed condoms are the answer for people who complain “But I can’t feel anything if I put on a condom…”
Coloured Condoms
. The natural colour of latex is a creamy white, so lots of condoms have different colours – some of them even glow in the dark. Again, if they’re used properly, they’re fine.
Flavoured Condoms
. Some sexually transmitted infections can be passed on orally, so it’s a good idea to put on a condom for oral sex. Sometimes, people don’t like the smell and taste of latex, so they use flavoured condoms. These can taste of anything from strawberry to curry! Flavoured condoms shouldn’t be used for vaginal or anal sex, though, unless they have the kite mark sign in the UK and Europe, or are FDA approved in the USA.
Reservoir Tipped Condoms
. Most condoms have a reservoir tip to catch semen, some have a plain tip. If they have a reservoir tip, be sure to pinch the end when putting them on – if they have air inside them, they can break when you’re having sex.
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Warnings
1. Make sure to use the right lubricants. Oil based lubricants can weaken the strength of latex condoms, so it’s best to go for a simple water based lubricant..
2. Make sure not to buy flavored condoms for vaginal or anal sex. They can cause irritation and the powder tends to spread. They can also cause infections for your partner.
3. Many condoms are coated with a spermicide called nonoxynol-9. It increases the efficiency of female contraceptive, but also tends to cause yeast infections. Be aware of this if you start to experience discomfort – you may need to switch to a brand without the chemical.
4. Make sure to check the “best before” date before you buy and/or use the condoms.
Make sure to learn how to properly use a condom.
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