19 ways you are using the condom wrong
It is "harder" than you think.
Condoms are a fabulous way to prevent sexually transmitted diseases and babies.
They are your best defense against sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS, and are 98% safe to prevent pregnancy if used correctly. But in fact, using a condom correctly is a little more complicated than grabbing the closest one and ending it. So whether you're using condoms to prevent pregnancy or as a barrier against oral / anal / vaginal sex-borne diseases, make sure you have the following data in mind:
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So whether you're using condoms to prevent pregnancy or as a barrier against oral / anal / vaginal sex-borne diseases, make sure you have the following data in mind:
1. The condom needs to be used ALL the time.
For condoms to do their magic, they need to be used all the time while you have sex, even if you are using another method of contraception. A recent study showed that only 59% of people who used condoms along with other contraceptive methods left the condom on all the time (the rest was put on after some genital contact or it was removed before finishing). This is a big problem, since any contact between genitals can transmit a disease. So put it at the beginning and keep it until the end.
2. Put lubricant outside AND inside the condom.
A tip of professionals: Adding a drop of lubricant inside the condom will make everything feel incredible for those who wear it. Some condoms already come with lubricant, but adding your favorite does not hurt, Sex Therapist Ian Kerner, Ph.D., founder of GoodInBed.com, told BuzzFeed Life. In addition, extra lubricant on both sides of condom helps prevent it from breaking. Click here to see the GIF
3. But stay away from oils and lotions when using latex condoms.
Things like coconut oil, lotions, massage oils and petrolatum can damage latex, so use only silicone-based or water-based lubricants, sex researcher Debby Herbenick, Ph.D., told BuzzFeed Life. Because It Feels Good.
4. Always check the expiration date.
Yes, condoms have expiration. Most last for several years, but some condoms with lubricant or spermicide last less, says Herbenick. So definitely check the label before. Click here to see the GIF
5. Wait until the penis is erect to put the condom.
That way you can make sure it stays perfectly and will stay in place when you have sex, says Kerner. Click here to see the GIF
6. Always leave a little space on the tip of the condom to prevent spills.
The tip of the condom is called the reserve, and it keeps the semen after ejaculating. Make sure to squeeze the tip a bit when you put it on so there is space, if it could not come out the sides, says Kerner. Click here to see the GIF
7. Yes, there is an incorrect way to put on a condom. Do not do it.
If you accidentally put the condom inside out (when the edge is down and not up), you probably will not unroll everything. Better take it off and use a new one, since that might contain some semen, says Herbenick. Click here to see the GIF
8. The condom should unwind easily and reach the base of the penis.
To properly put on a condom, remove it from the wrapper carefully by opening it from the corner (not cutting or tearing it as it could break). Then put the condom on the penis and carefully squeeze the tip a little to make room in the reserve. Unroll everything to the base of the penis. Make sure it is just but not too tight, so that it does not come down or break when you have sex. Click here to see the GIF
9. Do not wait too long to take it off after finishing.
Most of the shoulders lose erection fairly quickly after ejaculation, says Kerner. So better remove it beforehand, because that would mean more space in the condom and more chances that the semen or the condom will come out. When you take it off, hold the edge while you pull it to prevent something from coming out. Extra points for knotting the tip of the condom before throwing it in the trash. Click here to see the GIF
When you take it off, hold the edge while you pull it to prevent something from coming out. Extra points for knotting the tip of the condom before throwing it in the trash.
10. There are so many types of condoms that you do not like the first one you try.
Condoms come in all shapes, sizes, colors and textures. There is extra thin, ribbed, extra small, extra long, flavored, lubricated, glowing in the dark, and even vegan. Those who give away at the clinic are magnificent and very effective, but if they do not feel very well try other options. Do not assume that everyone feels the same. Click here to see the GIF
11. Make sure you use the correct size.
Once again, it is very very important to try different condoms so that you find the best one for you. If the condom does not reach the base of the penis or feels too tight, it probably is. In fact, condoms very rarely break, so if it's happened to you it's probably because you need a bigger size. If the condom looks too wide or slips or slips when you have sex, look for a smaller one. And keep in mind that you can be one size in one brand and another in other brands, as well as jeans, said sex educator Elle Chase at BuzzFeed Life. Click here to see the GIF
12. Probably do not need spermicide.
Some condoms contain a spermicide called nonoxynol-9 for extra protection against pregnancy, but it's probably not necessary. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that "there is no evidence that lubricated condoms containing nonoxynol-9 give greater protection against pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases than those lubricated with silicone." There are reports that spermicide might irritate if it is used a lot, so you can simply not use it if you use condoms.
13. Putting on the condom should be part of the sexual game, not an uncomfortable discomfort that kills tempers, and erection.
You can make it part of the sexual act without being cheesy, says Chase. Continue kissing and playing while you put it on (or put it on your partner), turn it into a "manuela", while you put the lubricant, and definitely keep the condoms close so you do not have to stop to find one.
14. Yes, you must use them for oral sex too.
Studies show that people only use condoms for oral sex 10% of the time, says Herbenick. So, yes, realistically, we know that you probably do not pay attention to this. But just so you know that ideally the safest sexual practice would be to use a condom or a latex dental barrier during oral sex, and that is your best defense against sexually transmitted diseases and HIV. Condoms or flavored lubricants can make this more appealing, says Chase, but you may have to experiment to find one that you really like. Remember: Just because most do not use protection for oral sex, that does not mean you should feel bad about it. It is your body, your decision and your risk. What is ~ sure ~ is to use a condom. Click here to see the GIF
Remember: Just because most do not use protection for oral sex, that does not mean you should feel bad about it. It is your body, your decision and your risk. What is ~ sure ~ is to use a condom.
15. Make sure you use a condom every time you have sex.
So you already know that you should use a condom to have oral, anal or vaginal sex. But if you're doing more than one, make sure you take off the condom and use a new one for each, um, hole. This helps reduce the risks of sexually transmitted diseases and other infections, says Kerner.
16. Most people stop using the condom too quickly.
Of course, no one expects you to use condoms with your partner for life, but the decision to use a protective barrier method should be made only after talking about it, after reviewing if they have no disease, if both are monogamous, and if they have another way of preventing pregnancy (if that is a concern). Unfortunately, most couples stop using condoms just like that and too soon, says Herbenick. If you do it before you have talked about it and before doing tests, you are putting yourself at risk of getting an illness.
17. Female condoms are as effective as men's condoms.
They are 95% effective in preventing pregnancies when used correctly and are approved by the FDA as prevention of diseases and HIV. The only problem is, that most people have no idea what they are. Here is a video that explains exactly how to use them.
18. Never ever never pocket it double.
using two condoms does not give you double protection, nor does it use a female and a male condom at the same time. The only thing this will do is increase the risk of breakage, which would put you at greater risk of infection or pregnancy. Do not worry, one is enough. If your condom breaks or slips and you are worried about a pregnancy, you can use the morning-after pill. Click here to see the GIF
19. If you are allergic to latex, you definitely have options.
If you notice itching or irritation after having protected sex, you may be allergic to latex and not even know it, says Chase. In that case, there are many alternatives of condoms that you can try. It can be polyisoprene condoms such as Skyn or Durex Avanti Bare RealFeel or also polyurethane condoms such as Trojan Supra BareSkin. There are many options, just look in the box say "without latex", suggests Herbenick. You could also opt for lambskin condoms, but those do not protect you against diseases (only pregnancies).