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We cannot guarantee the specific variants in the sampler. Instead it's a rondom assortment of Durex condoms variants like, Green Apple, Pleasure Me, Excite Me, Feel Thin, Extended Pleasure, Extra Time, Extra Thin, Extra Dots,Extra Rib, Dure Air etc.,
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Condoms have proven to be very effective at preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs). In fact, condom is the only method that provides protection from bothSTIand conception. Condoms can provide great protection against STIs that spread through ...
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Condoms have proven to be effective even in preventing incidence of HIV. Studies conducted among couples involving one partner with HIV positive while the other is not, have proven that their long term condom usage have prevented the spread of HIV to the ...
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It is wrong notion and for some it is the perception. Some people feel that condoms interfere with the spontaneity and lower the sensation. When you get to used to condoms and begin to enjoy the safety it provides in preventing pregnancy, then your se...
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Yes, you can use lubricants with condoms. Please be informed that condoms are lubricated during the manufacturing stage. So, the condom that you buy already has lubricant on the outside, inside or both. If you still want to use lubricants to make your a...
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STIs can be passed on from one person to another during any sexual activity that involves insertion of penis. The risk of getting HIV infection during anal sex is 5 times higher compared to unprotected vaginal sex. Thus it is advised to use condoms during...
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Yes. Plastic condoms are as effective as latex condoms when it comes to protection against STDs and HIV infections. These condoms are meant for those men and women who are allergic to latex condoms. Thou FDA (US) approved plastic condoms, the effectiven...
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It is estimated that less than 2% of condoms only break or completely slip off during sex. And on most occasions condoms breakage or slipping off happens due to incorrect usage. When used properly, condoms very rarely break. Thus, every condom user sho...
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You don't need to. There is no evidence to prove that two or more condoms can offer 2 or 3 times more protection. It is not recommended to use more than one condom as one condom is enough to give you the needed protection if you know how to use it correct...
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No. Condoms do not cause impotency or any erection problems by itself. Erection problems may result because of physical or emotional or both reasons. Some men may be averse to condoms that they might lose an erection after wearing a condom. This has...
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Consistent condom use involves using condoms 100% during each and every sex act without fail. Barring few individuals who manage to use condoms consistently, studies have shown men and women tend to be inconsistent in condom usage. Studies have shown that...
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No. She may be saying that out of fear to prevent unwanted pregnancy. One condom is enough to prevent pregnancy if you can use it properly. Two condoms can actually bring down the quality of sex and it may also increase the chances of condom breakag...
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Condom usage is quite easy and it involves the following steps. Open the sachet carefully with your hands. Condom sachets are tear-able by hand. Never open a sachet with any sharp object as it can puncture the condom, killing the very purpose of ...
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Using two condoms at the same time, a male and a female condom is not a good idea and the resulting friction can lead to one or both condoms breaking up. If you are too concerned about protection and fear that condoms might break during sex leadin...
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No. Latex allergy is faced by negligible men and reports of mild to severe allergic reactions occur very rarely. Severe allergic reactions of using latex condoms are extremely rare. To know whether you are allergic to latex, think whether you ha...
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No. Condoms are very easy to use. You just need to know a little bit during your first time and with little practice; you will be able to wear it comfortably. There are number of 'how to use condoms' videos, tutorials available in net. {{widget type=...
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Some of the common user errors including Some couples roll the down upside down (estimated errors - 29% during the first time) Some take condoms out too soon (estimated - 28.4%) Putting on condoms too soon, leading to slip off (estimated -19.7%) ...
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No. Condoms are only 98% safe. The only way to ensure 100% safety during sex is complete abstinence. However, condoms are highly effective when used correctly and consistently during every time you have sex. {{widget type="Magento\Catalog\Block\Widge...
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You need to store condoms in a cool, dry place such as your bed side table, inside your wardrobe etc., Keeping condom in a warm place like your wallet, car or pocket can definitely impact the life of your condom. After keeping condom in a warm place...
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Condoms can break during use and many instances of condom breakage during active sex have been reported. Though there could be specific reasons for condom breakage, experts equivocally agreed the following as the common reasons for condom breakage: Usage...
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Before putting on your condom, you are advised to do a thorough visual check that the condom has no holes, tears or imperfections or any other unusual ridges etc., If time permits and you have patience, you can do a water test by pouring water inside th...
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Don’t panic. When the condom breaks even before your ejaculate, there is a very slim chance that she could get pregnant due to your seminal fluid mixing with her vaginal juices. So, you can ask her to take emergency contraceptive immediately and when it...
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Condoms do have an expiry date and you can see that mentioned in every pack. But, it is generally inferred that condoms can last upto 3 years after their expiry date and it varies between brands. The older they get beyond their expiry date; those condoms ...
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Your worry is normal. But you can relax and there is no need to worry. Even though you didn't ejaculate, there is always a slim chance for her to become pregnant with your precum. So, to be on the safer side, make sure your partner consumes an emergency...
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Condom is a highly regulated product and each condom has to go through stringent quality checking and regulatory approval. Extra Thin or Ultra Thin condoms are just new variants meant to attract more users. That doesn't mean brands can fake and produce so...
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It looks like you might have experienced condom breakage during intercourse and that horrible experience coming to haunt you and make you think 'extra thin' condoms are likely to break as being thinner than usual condoms. Don't worry. It is absolutely sa...
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Spermicide contains chemicals such as nonoxynol-9 which is used to immobilize or kill sperm even before it enters the uterus. Spermicide is usually put inside the vagina prior to sexual intercourse. There are handfuls of condoms, vaginal films, foams, spo...
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No. it is a big rumour. The rumour mills recently have churned out a false propaganda that condoms contain Carcinogens and condoms can cause cancer. Let us see the background and how this rumour actually came to the fore. In 2005, agroup of researchers i...
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Condom Micro Tear is a very tiny tear in the condom, which is risky as it can pass on infections, whatever it may be. Though micro tears are real, it happens very rarely. Condoms today are manufactured using sophisticated machinery and are constantly moni...
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Extreme temperatures can make a big difference in the quality of condoms. Both hot and cold, extreme temperatures can make condoms brittle and easy to break. Extreme temperatures have been found to play havoc on the quality of latex and it is proven bey...
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No. Condoms should not be refrigerated. The lubricant might get frozen making the condom unusable. Condoms should ideally be stored in room temperatures. If you kept a condom inside a fridge by mistake, you may please discard it and buy a fresh one. You m...
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We assume that you want condoms to give you protection fromSTDor other infections as pregnancy is not your concern as you are already a pregnant. Congratulations on your pregnancy. You can use a condom during pregnancy if it is for a hook up, casual dati...
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This is a big myth. Condom by itself cannot reduce pleasure by any standards. Only when you find condoms awkward, you will begin to feel reduced pleasure. Condoms in fact, take away the stress of conception. When you know that you are not going to becom...
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Remember, both men and women can face allergic reactions to latex condoms. Redness, itching, rashes or swelling on the skin that comes in contact with latex condoms. These are the common symptoms of mild allergic reactions. A severe reaction involves hi...
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No. Most of the condoms available in the market are made using latex, a strong and flexible material. Condoms undergo rigorous quality control testing during the manufacturing and each condom is tested for strength, stability, holes, flexibility etc., I...
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When you have sex without condoms, there is always a possibility for you to get infected with Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's) including HIV/AIDS. When bodily fluids mix during sex, there is also a possibility of conception, which may lead to undes...
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- Check the expiry date. If it is within the expiry date, then you can use it - Check the standards approval mark (like ISI, CE,ISOetc.,). If the pack has no standards approval mark, then don't use it. - Make sure the condoms ...
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The female condom can be inserted into your vagina at least 15 minutes before penetration to allow the condom to adjust to your body temperature.
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Condoms are little clumsy to use in the beginning. You just need to practice a little and when you are confident; you can begin to have safe and enjoyable erection. The act of tearing the sachet and rolling the condom over your organ and stickiness can so...
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Yes, you can use condoms under water. But make sure to - Put the condom on before you get into the water - Make sure the water is free from chlorine or soap water or bath oil as they may affect the latex leading to tearing....
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Yes, the female condom is designed in such a way that it only covers the outer vagina/labia, but can be moved aside for urinating.
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Yes! You can use a female condom during your periods.
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One of the most popular forms of contraception, condoms are a simple and cheap way to protect yourself against unplanned pregnancies and STIs. They work by catching the sperm as it is released and stopping it from entering the vagina at all. The tip has...
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The pros include: - Condoms can be easily carried with you owing to its size and used on demand - You don't worry about your medicines as it doesn't mix with your internal process. It is just an external one. - It can also be...
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Condoms go through a rigorous testing procedure to ensure it is strong, flexible and without any holes. Condom manufacturers will subject each and every condom to following tests Electronic testing Water leak test Air burst test Strength test In ...
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Both male and female condoms require a bit of practice to get the method correct. As long as you want to use them, you can get it to perfection in no time. If you are committed about safe sex, then putting on male or female condom will not be a problem. ...
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You can buy condoms from pharmacies, department stores, family planning clinics, some gynaecologists, and other outlets that sell condoms over the counter. You can just walk-in ask for your favourite brand and take it by paying for it. You can also buy co...
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Female condoms work exactly the same way how male condoms work. The sheath holds the man's load and prevents it from getting into the vagina. Female condom needs to be used properly and it requires a little practice. If used properly, there won't be any...
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No. Condoms (both male and female) are meant for single use only. After your screwing (intercourse), the condom should be disposed off safely. You should use a new condom every time you have sex. If you wash it and try to use a condom again, it might bre...
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It is quite normal to feel little powdery when you open a non-lubricated condom pack. There is nothing to worry about and don't think it is some kind of a contamination. Usually, corn-startch is added to condoms to roll it properly, which otherwise it c...
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No. The condom will not slip off due to extra lubrication if you have chosen the right condom that is best suited for your organ size. You should take utmost care to wear a condom that fits you best. In such cases, extra lubrication can only make things...
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No. You should use only a condom that fits you better. You will feel psychologically good only when you are able to have a quality sex with your partner, for which you need a condom that can fit you properly. An oversized condom can potentially make thi...
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The brave will never worry about the bloodshed right? There is nothing wrong about having sex during periods. But there are certain things that you need to be aware of: Don't assume that your chance of pregnancy during periods is 0%. While family plan...
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No. Don't use. PVC is a different material and latex is a different material. PVC cannot give you the protection from infection during oral sex as PVC is an unstable and porous material. At the surface it might look good and strong enough to provide the m...
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This is the problem faced by many, so you are not alone. Sadly, condom size and penis size don't match in many cases. Condom manufacturers produce condoms based on approved sizes, which are usually longer than the average penis length. The biggest problem...
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Condoms are now available in a variety of sizes, shapes and forms. But condoms can be categorized under 4 major types based on its size. • Small condoms come in48 mmin width (1.9") and 160mm in length (6.3") • Regular or standard size condoms usually me...
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When men become too aroused, their organ will bulge and condom will stretch a little to accommodate the increase in size of the organ. It is estimated that an average condom will stretch upto 14% from its normal size to accommodate bulging male organ. Upt...
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It is an act in which the user stealthily removes a condom or tampers with it intentionally to allow mix up of bodily fluids. It is a practice that is gaining popularity worldwide. As it gives a sort of sadistic pleasure, some men indulge in it. Condom s...
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Remember, stealthing perpetrators will try their luck mostly with those who are innocent, gullible and over trusting individuals. You can avoid it if you are prepared and are strong enough to stop them even before they attempt to make it. Remember, these ...
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If you happened to be a victim of condom stealthing, don't worry, you can still be safe. There is a treatment called Post Exposure Prohelyaxis (PEP). This involves consuming a morning pill. If it is taken in time, it can prevent viruses from getting into ...
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As a standard condition, it is not recommended to use oil based lubricants over a latex condom. Oil-based lubricants should never be used in conjunction with latex or polyisoprene condoms. Oil based lubricants are known to react with molecular structure...
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The following is some of the commonly known oil-based lubricants that should never be used over a latex condom. Vaseline (petroleum jelly) Body Lotions including sunscreen lotions Olive oil Coconut oil Butter Shampoo, conditioners, soaps, shaving ...
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Chemically, Polyisoprene condoms are very similar to latex condoms. But it will not give you allergic reactions that latex is known to give. If you are allergic to latex, then you can try Polyisoprene condoms, as you and your partner may not find any big ...
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The following are some of the popular non-latex condoms available in the market. Nitrile Condoms Lambskin Condoms Polyurethane Condoms Silicone Condoms
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Silicone is not an oil, so there is no possibility for any reaction with any latex or polyisoprene condoms. Many of the popular condom brands come with either water-based or silicone based lubricants. Reportedly, many people who were using water-based ...
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Till date I am on pills and we are never used to wearing condoms. Now I don't want to take pills anymore and want my partner to use a condom. He once told me that he didn't like condoms. I am worried he might leave me if I force him to wear a condom. W...
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No. You should never do that. Condoms are designed in such a way that you should roll them onto your penis. It should not be fully unrolled as it might affect the condom's efficacy. If may also be frustrating to put the entire condom over your organ and t...
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Determining which way the condom should be rolled can be little difficult, particularly when you are doing it in the dark. But you can know the correct side just by feeling it with your fingers. Always touch the tip of the condom with your finger and if...
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Before answering your question, we would like you to accept our appreciation for resorting to a safe sexual practice. Great. You are already a champ. To answer you, don't ever flush the condoms down your toilet. It may be quite tempting to do that. But it...
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Condom pumping is a technique tried by men who are desirous of increasing the size of their penis. This involves using a penis pump, specially created for this purpose, and by wearing condom over the penis to safeguard the soft and delicate skin of the pe...
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Remember, most condoms are not specifically made for blow jobs and that is why many women experience displeasure in tasting those condoms even though it comes with a pleasant flavor. Despite added flavor, latex condoms in general are not suitable for oral...
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Thank your stars that condom stuck inside your vagina has come out automatically. Before going with reasons, please be informed that any foreign object trapped inside your vagina or cervix can lead to a condition called Toxic Shock Syndrome or TSS, which ...
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Most condoms come with a reservoir tip. A reservoir tip is something that has a protrusion at the tip, which is meant to take the ejaculated load. It is like a sperm catching dome which prevents unwanted pregnancy and incidence of STDs. A condom with a ...
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Though few men and women are allergic to latex condoms, not many are affected by it. Worldwide latex condoms are widely used and the incidence of allergic reaction reported is very negligible. However, if you are very particular about knowing whether you ...
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Many men across the world face this problem. There is an opportunity for having sex. But their organ may not respond positively leaving them frustrated. Men in such scenarios think that there is something horribly wrong with him or he is facing some serio...
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We appreciate your concern and it clearly shows that you are very particular about having a safe sex. We have already written about how to ask my partner to wear a condom? But that is a general one and applies to all. But this is little different in the ...
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Condom is the most convenient contraceptive that is widely used across the world for unwanted pregnancy and protection against STDs and STIs. But it can make your sexual experience a disgusting one if you choose a wrong condom size. But, many men may not ...
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It is easily understandable that would be shocked to hell as you wouldn't have ever imagined that your teen son actually needs contraception. You would be in rude shock as this is something that was not possible in traditional Indian family setting. It is...
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Yes.! We do agree, Durex has arrogantly priced Durex Mutual Climax at Rs.100/- for 3 pieces & Rs.300/- for 10 pieces, that too for a condom without any product innovation. We feel it's a marketing gimmick, farankly speaking it's one of the best selle...
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No. These are Latex Condoms. Currenly SKYN is the only brand that is having Non Latex condoms in India.
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Yes. Condoms are highly effective if used correctly during the act of sex. The chances of becoming pregnant is less than 2%, meaning only 2 out of 100 women may become pregnant despite having sex with a condom. There are very few occasions of condoms ...
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Picture of Durex Condoms Wholesale Pack Durex Air Condoms are manufactured in India by TTK Protective Devices Ltd at two of their factories located in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry and Reckitt Benckiser is the compay that markets Durex Air Condoms in...
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