5 Things You Never Knew About Condoms
It’s important that you stay educated when it comes to safe sex, and condoms are an important aspect of that —especially since they’re 98 percent effective. We’ve gathered five things regarding condoms that you definitely need to hear:
1.Condoms are not one-size-fits-all
condoms come in different sizes; however, knowing and always wearing the correct size is extremely important.
- Non-latex condoms aren’t just for people with allergies
Those allergic to latex cannot use “regular” condoms and often turn to polyurethane, polyisoprene and nitrile condoms. The characteristics of the different materials vary; however, there are numerous advantages to non-latex condoms.
For one, they naturally transmit body heat very well. Polyurethane condoms are also extremely strong and can be made thin as a result.
- Where you keep your condoms matters
Yes, where you keep your condoms can determine their effectiveness. Don’t worry, there are no outlandish rules regarding the specific handling, but it is important that you avoid leaving condoms in places where it’s either extremely hot or cold.
- Condom expiration dates are important
It can be easy to brush these off as they’re typically printed small and on the back, but don’t! Latex does degrade with time, so it’s likely their effectiveness could worsen. Irritation, increased risk for STDs and pregnancy are some of the risks posed while using an expired condom. The easy way to avoid this is to simply check the date on the packaging!
- Lube is a condom’s best friend
There are a variety of different types of brands, and if you’re not quite ready to go browsing the shelves of the local drug store, the Internet is a great resource.
At the end of the day, condoms are probably one of the last things that you think about. However, so long as you are sexually active, they’re an important part of your life. Stay educated (and safe!)
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