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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.,

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 tearing during the act of sex. The incidence of condom breakage has been reduced to a great extent thanks to technologically superior manufacturing techniques and advanced testing procedures that ensure defected condoms don't reach customers.

So, for all practical reasons, you can be assured that condoms are 98% effective in preventing pregnancy. So, have condoms and enjoy intimate time with your partner without any worry about pregnancy.

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 exchange of bodily fluids. Certain infections like sores can spread through skin-to-skin contact.

Condoms can protect even against these diseases if the sores are covered by condom.

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 other partner.

Studies have confirmed that long term use of condom reduces the risk of HIV transmission by between 80 and 94%.

Is this proof enough?

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 sex life will become much more enjoyable as you begin to indulge in sex without any fear about conception and that can make the whole act a highly enjoyable one.

For millions of married couples across India, condom is the safest and easiest method to prevent pregnancy and it makes them enjoy their togetherness.

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 affair a gliding smooth, you are advised to use only water-based or silicone-based lubricant.

Oil-based lubricants (such as baby oil or petroleum jelly) are a big NO-NO as they can react with latex and weaken it.

Please see the instructions carefully before choosing to add a lubricant over the condom. 

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 India

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 anal sex.

When a latex condom is used for anal sex, it is important to use a water-based or a silicone-based lubricant to keep the condom from breaking. Other lubricants are not recommended as it would react with the latex leading to condom tearing.

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 effectiveness of them is not fully ascertained as of now, as the user base is very limited as of now. Condoms made of animal skin such as lambskin (called natural skin condoms) have proven to be ineffective in preventing STDs including HIV.

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 should know about proper usage of condoms before trying to use them. There are number of videos available to know and master correct condom usage method. So, if you know how to correctly use condom, then you need not worry about a slip off or breakage during your intimacy. 

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 correctly.

Further using 2 or3 condoms one above the other could increase the friction between the condoms and could potentially increase the chance of breakage. Further, it can bring down the sensation, which is important to enjoy the physical intimacy. So, don't use more than one condom during sex.

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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 nothing to do with condom, and a lot to do with their mindset. For few older men, who may already have difficulty in sustaining an erection may lose their erection in the process of wearing a condom and indulging in penetrative sex as some condoms may reduce the sensation. For those men, using lubrication can help in increasing the sensation and enjoy a sustained erection with a condom.

Condom by itself cannot interfere with male erection.

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 couples knowing very well that the other partner is infected with HIV, even under such circumstances, are known to use condoms only 45%.

Teenagers are the worst lot. Their consistencies are less than 13% (according to survey conducted in US). It is reported that teen girls ensure a consistency levels of upto 50% due to fear of unwanted pregnancy and STDs.

Unfortunately, inconsistent condom usage makes both men and women vulnerable to most STIs including HIV. However, consistent usage can completely eliminate the risk of acquiring anySTIincluding HIV. Be a consistent condom user and play it safe.

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 breakage due to more friction between the condoms. So, what she says is not correct and use only one condom.

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 using it.
• Hold the tip of the condom with one hand and insert the open portion over your erect penis and just roll it over your penis shaft. Roll over the entire length of the condom and allow it to cover the entire length of your penis.
• You can wear the condom just minutes before your penetration.
• Now you can indulge in the act of penetration and do it until you ejaculate.
• How carefully remove the condom before your penis softens. If you don't remove it, chances of condom falling over your shaft and ejaculated sperms may enter her vagina.
• Hold the condom carefully at both ends with your hand to ensure all the sperm from your penis is retained in the condom.
• Throw the condom away.
• A condom should never be used again. Condoms are meant only for single use.

Note: If you want to use a lube along with your condom, make sure to use only water based or silicone based lubricant. Oil based lubricants are a big NO NO, as it can react with latex leading to breakage. So, please be careful while using a lubricant over your condom.

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 leading to unwanted pregnancy, then you both can try other methods of contraception such as pill, patch, vaginal ring or IUS etc., One of you can use a condom (either male or female condoms) is good enough to give you the needed protection.

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 had any allergic reaction while using rubber gloves or balloons in the past.

If you had allergic reaction then, chances of your body reacting to latex condoms are high.

In those rare cases try Non Latex Condoms

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.

Some of the common user errors including

1. Some couples roll the down upside down (estimated errors - 29% during the first time)
2. Some take condoms out too soon (estimated - 28.4%)
3. Putting on condoms too soon, leading to slip off (estimated -19.7%)
4. Opening the package with a sharp object leading to condom tearing (estimated - 10%)
5. Using oil based lubricant, which will react with latex leading to tearing (estimated - 6.5%)
6. And the most frequent mistake, not wearing the condom at all as they couldn't stop due to rush of emotions.

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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.

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 for long period and when you use, the chances are high for condom breakage. So, take sufficient care to store them in a cool and dry 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 of expired condoms

When the condom is used beyond its expiry date, the liquid quoted over the condom to keep it soft and supple might have dried up making the surface of the condom weak and brittle. This can lead to condom ripping apart.

Condom is too small for the organ             

If the condom's girth and length are too small for the organ, this causes condom to be stretched beyond its capacity and this can lead to tears and breakage. To avoid such things to happen, don't use a condom if it is too tight a fit for your organ. You can purchase a larger sized condom to avoid breakage.

Condom not stored properly

Condoms need to be stored in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight. This helps in retaining the structural integrity of a condom. Heat can damage the condom and weaken its structure leading to breakage. Never store condom in your purse, pants or in your car. Condoms should be stored in room temperature.

Usage of inappropriate personal lubricant

It is recommended to use water or silicone based lubricant when you are having anal sex, where there is no natural moisture. In absence of lubrication, an additional friction caused by dry penetration, may lead to condom breakage. More couples have reported condom breakage particularly during anal sex and in most cases without the use of proper personal lubrication.

Using Oil-based Lubricants

Using an oil-based lubricant is not recommended and it can severely damage condoms leading to condom breakage. Oils react adversely with latex and it can damage molecular structure. All types of oils such as massage oil, baby oil, coconut oil, grape seed oil, petroleum jelly etc., don't go well with condoms. So, make sure you use only water or silicone based lubricant with condoms.

Wearing more than one condom

There is a myth that wearing two condoms can give more protection. Actually, it can work otherwise. There is a greater chance for condoms to rip when you use two condoms. It is less safe than a single condom. Wearing more than one condom can lead to friction between the surfaces of two condoms leading to condom tearing. The same principle applies when both partners wear condoms, ie., male and female condoms. It is enough if any one of the partner wears a condom to get the much needed protection.

Opening the condom pack recklessly

It is important that you open the condom package from the edge or the corner. It is not recommended to open the pack from the middle. You should not use scissors, knife, teeth of any sharp object to open a condom cover. When you open with such sharp devices, there is every possibility of condom tearing. Ideally condom pack can be opened using your hand and carefully from the corner.

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 the condom and hold it from the top to see if there is any water leakage. Even if there is a minor water leak, you need to discard that and use a fresh one.

When you do the water test, the lubricant that is present in the condom could get washed away, so you may need to use additional lubrication to perform better.

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 is taken within 72 hours, you both can avoid unwanted pregnancy.

Even when condom breaks during midnight, you can buy the emergency contraceptive next morning and ensure it is safe.

But emergency contraceptive pill should be taken before 72 hours.

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 lose their effectiveness in preventing pregnancy or STDs.

One way to know your condom expiry date is to look at the condom pack and the other way is to open the pack and see if the condom is too dry or too sticky.

In some cases, you can find condoms too stiff and are not flexible enough. It is a clear indication that condom is at the fag end of its effective life and you better buy a fresh condom to be sure of its effectiveness.

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 contraceptive pill before 72 hours.

You can buy that from your nearest pharmacy. So, give her the pill as early as possible and have a blast with your partner as soon as possible.

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 some easily-breakable condoms. Even Extra Thin condoms had to fulfill safety parameters set forth by the respective regulatory authority in India. 

Every new condom has to go through rigorous testing in approved laboratories before being permitted to hit the market.

Thinner condoms are signs of evolution. Extra thin condoms signify that condom manufacturing is evolving and researchers are able to reduce the thickness of the condom without compromising on its strength to prevent bodily fluids from mixing.

So, thinner condoms are as safe as other condoms. Brands that don't have extra thin condoms may eventually roll out their thinner condoms in the near future. When more people begin to prefer 'thinner' variants, every brand will be forced to introduce thinner variants to stay relevant to market demand.

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 safe as long as you are using it properly. Just make sure

-          that the condom not a tight fit for you

-          you don't use inappropriate lubricant (oil based)

-          it is still within expiry period

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, sponges and jellies with spermicide are available in the market, both online and at local medical stores. You don't need a doctor's prescription to buy them.

Spermicide is very effective in killing sperms and microorganisms that cause sexually transmitted diseases including HIV. But there is a small issue with Spermicide - it also irritates the cells in the vaginal tract and rectum making them vulnerable to infections. Basically spermicide erodes the cells and an overdose of spermicide can lead to more damage to your vaginal tract and rectum.

According to a study by the World Health Organization, impact of spermicide on vaginal cell wall is dose-related. Meaning, small doses (once a day or less) can cause very little or no disruption to the vaginal cells. But more frequent and larger doses can cause considerable damage. This is the reason why spermicide condoms should not be used more than once a day.

We recommend you not to use a spermicide based condoms as it can lead to pain and discomfort. As you are concerned about unwanted pregnancy prevention, you can use normal condoms as they can be very effective.

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 in Germany found that most of the condoms contain
N-Nitrosamine and condoms release this chemical when it gets exposed to sweat. And Nitrosamines when absorbed into the skin during penetrative sex, could lead to build of toxicity in our body. Nitrosamine is a carcinogen.

Nitrosamine is present in the condom as it helps the latex to keep its elasticity. It is also found in other rubber based products such as nipples, balloons, latex gloves etc.,

Fortunately, researchers found that Nitrosamine flushed out by condoms is negligible and the levels of absorption by the skin are even less negligible.

Researchers immediately decided to test the effects of nitrosamines to see how much would be absorbed and what would happen if it was an issue. The first thing they had to do was measure how much was being released by the condoms. So, the research concluded that Nitrosamines in condoms will not give cancer as the quantity is extremely negligible.

According to a recent study report published in a scientific journal,  the following non-latex condoms have proven to have ZERO traces of N-Nitrosamine.

-          Durex Extra Sensitive

-          Lifestyles SKYN

-          Lifestyles Flavors and Colors

-          Trojan Bareskin

If you are still worried about Nitrosamine trace in condom and If you are still not convinced to the fact that Nitrosamine exposure in condoms is not harmful, then you can as well switch to non-latex condoms.

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 monitored for breakage and defects. Condoms are made to undergo an electric test, where the condom is loaded onto a metal rod and an electric current (pulse shock) is made to pass through the condom to check for any weaknesses in the latex and to detect any tears. So, micro tears as a manufacturing error is incredibly rare. So, extreme care is taken to ensure every condom that is coming to you is safe and without any micro tears. When condom breaks, it usually happens as a blast, a kind of dramatic breaks happens. But not by a micro tear.

However, it is observed that micro tears usually happen due to the following reasons:

-          Using an oil-based lubricant such as lotion, coconut oil, petroleum jelly, Vaseline etc.,

-          Using an expired condom

-          Using a condom without any lubrication, particularly during anal sex

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 beyond doubt that both hot and cold does impact the latex texture to a great extent. Condoms may or may not break when exposed to extreme temperatures, but it is quite unsafe to use a condom that is exposed to such high temperatures.

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 may allow it to warm up by keeping it outside.

If you are very particular, you may do a visual check and see if there is any change in the appearance of the condom and if there is any damage to the condom package etc.,

 If you are not sure whether to use a condom or not, it is always better to discard it and buy a fresh one. Remember, a pack of condom is always going to be dead cheaper than contracting anSTDor pregnancy and the amount you need to spend on test, medication and the resulting pain or stress of treatment.

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 dating or with your partner in your relationship. So, during pregnancy and breast feeding, condoms can keep you safe and allow you to stay away from infections.

If you want to use a lubricant, you may please have a word with your gynaec.

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 become pregnant by wearing a condom that feeling itself can make your sex a highly pleasurable experience. Had that been the case, condom would not be there in the market at all, it would have been disserted from the market long back.

There are many condom variants such as ribbed, dotted and textured condoms which are known to enhance the pleasures of penetrative sex to a large extent and the kind of pleasure experienced by women with these condoms may not be possible under normal circumstances.

If you feel that condom reduces pleasure, may be you have to change your perception and use a good condom to try again.  

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 hives or rashes all over the body, dizziness, breathing difficulty or fainting after coming to contact with latex. In both cases, immediate medical attention is a must. 

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., It is recommended to store your condoms in a cool dry place. Condoms are highly reliable contraceptive.

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 undesirable consequences, when you are not ready to bear or raise a baby.

So, you should use a condom to prevent any infection and preventing unwanted pregnancy.

-          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 are properly stored and the sachet has full air

-          Don't use the condom if the sachet is damaged.

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.

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 sometimes drain down your emotion and thus you may lose your erection.

It is common.

Alternatively, you can involve your partner and ask her to put the condom on. Her involvement can help you enjoy the whole process of condom wearing and this can help you in retaining the erection.

Just change your method and see how it works.

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.

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.

Yes! You can use a female condom during your periods.

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 a reservoir which collects the man’s semen and prevents it from entering the vagina when he ejaculates. Along with female condoms they are the only form of contraception to protect you against STIs as well as pregnancy. The most important thing is that you use a condom every time you have sex. 

Condoms come in all shapes, sizes, and for the sensitive, materials, so even with allergies or sensitive skin, there’s a condom to suit you comfortably.

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 used even while you breastfeed.

-          Condoms are hormone free and easy to use.

-          It offers the best protection against HIV and other STDs.

-          It is a very effective contraceptive and easy to use.

Let us see some of the cons

-          It can be little clumsy, as you need to stop your rush of emotion to open the pack, and put it over your organ and the lube in the condom can also be little sticky

-          It can tear or come off during sex if not worn properly. In such occasions, it can interrupt your act of sex leading to dissatisfaction.

-          Some people may develop allergic reaction due to latex

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

1. Electronic testing
2. Water leak test
3. Air burst test
4. Strength test

In addition to condom manufacturers, regulatory agencies do the same testing in samples to ensure the product that reaches the end users are absolutely safe.

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.

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 condoms online.

There are number of websites that sell condoms online. You can just place an order for your favourite brand and get it delivered in discreet packaging at your address.

You can try your first purchase with www.condombazaar.com, no.1 online platform for condoms. Have a nice time.

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 mess during sex and you will only get pleasure.

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 break and lubricant that is sprayed on the outer surface may not be there, making your intercourse all the more cumbersome and unsafe.

So, never try reusing a condom.

It is absolutely unsafe.

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 can stick together or tear while rolling it. Corn-starch is added not only to condoms, but also to many items such as plastics, paper printing, to thicken soups and sauces etc.,

Technically, corn-starch prevents condoms from breaking. It is a preservative and has antioxidant properties, which allows condoms to last longer and prevent latex from breaking down when compressed during packaging and transit. It is a natural product and is body-safe.

It will not have any impact on your body. In the rare occurrence of allergic reaction, you can switch to a lubricated condom.

You can also find Dental Dams come with powdered stuff, which is usually a corn-starch or other preservatives. The powders won't hurt your body in any way, even it happens to reach your tongue. But it is recommended to wash them off to avoid the disgusting taste. 

Please note:

1. If you add talcum powder in an attempt to give your condom an extra smooth surface, we advice you against it. Talcum powder is dangerous for women's health as it can lead to ovarian cancer as talcum powder is not suitable for the moist vagina.

2. If you feel there is too much powder in your condom, then we advise you to check the expiry date and check the package whether it is tampered with. Do not use the condom if it is beyond the expiry date or when the outer packaged is damaged. A dried up and expired condom can break during your intimate time leading to STDs including HIV.

3. Under any circumstances, if you are not happy with the condom that you took, it is advisable to throw it out and use a fresh one. Because safety is priceless.

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 smoother for you and it will never slip off during your action.

A condom will slip off only when it is larger than the size of the organ.

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 things very uncomfortable for you and things may turn out to be a clumsy affair, making it unsatisfying ordeal for your partner.

Please check our condom size chart @ condombazaar.com to find out an appropriate condom size based on your organ size.

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:

1. Don't assume that your chance of pregnancy during periods is 0%.  While family planning by Rhythm method may be popular, but it is not reliable. For those with irregular menstrual cycle, ovulation may vary depending on stress, body condition, impacts of regular medication, exercise or lack of exercise etc., Sperm can stay alive inside the body for several days. So, it is entirely possible that sperm entered into the body on the day(s) of periods may stay alive and germinate the egg when it ovulates a few days later. This possibility cannot be ruled out.
2. For some women, a spotting or bleeding may happen during ovulation, which they may mistake as an early period. If you happen to have unprotected sex during that time, your chances of conception are high.
3. The blood flowing out of uterus carries lot of harmful bacteria which makes it more prone to infection. So, sex during periods comes with the imminent risk of getting infected through the blood directly. Wearing protection during periods is important to safeguard against infections including STDs and HIV. Condoms are the best when it comes to protection during periods. Condom is strong enough that no period blood can tear or permeate condoms and infect you.

Period sex can be safely tried with a condom.

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 much needed protection.

Dental dams made using latex, polyurethane or nitrate provide greater protection for the user.

So, never try to use a PVC glove as a dental dam. If you have seen the instructions written on the pack of PVC gloves, Medical exam quality gloves that are non-sterile, single-use and fit either hand, best for first aid, health and baby care, incontinence and diabetic care, easy on-off, made of pvc, latex and powder free, flexible, light-weight….

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 with condom fit is the girth (circumference) size. As long as the girth is a perfect fit for you, you can use the condom as the chances of slipping off are less.

If the extra materials bunch up and bother you, you can use an erection ring or vibrating ring on top of the condom to curb the bagginess at the base. You can also choose a simple erection ring. If you are still bothered, you can alternatively ask your partner to wear a female condom and you can perform without that extra-long condom.

If you are very particular about knowing your size, we insist you to refer size chart at www.condombazaar.com/sizechart 

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 measure52 mm(2.0") wide and 7.9" (195mm) in length

• Large condoms are typically54 mm(2.1") in width and 7.9" (200mm) in length

• Extra-Large condoms measure upto58 mm(2.3") in width and 205mm ( 8.1") in length

You can choose the right one based on the size of your organ.

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. Upto 20% condom stretch is considered normal and within safe limit. Needless to say that condom will break if it is stretched beyond that.

The stretchability of a condom is dependent upon its thickness of the material, type of material, freshness of the product, amount of lubrication and type of lubrication used. Ideally, one should choose a condom size with a girth size that is slightly smaller than the organ size.
Example: If the circumference of a penis is4.2 inches, you should choose a condom with4 inches circumference.

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 stealthing may involve someone strategically damaging a condom before intercourse, without the knowledge of the female partner or stealthily remove condom during intercourse by deceiving the other.

Instances reported involve female partners damaging the condom by poking holes in it or suggesting to use a non-condom lubricant claiming it to be safe. They do this to become pregnant and claim damages or use their pregnancy status to threaten the male partner for reasons whatsoever. On the other hand, some men take off condoms during intercourse without the consent of the female partner. This happens quite easily while indulging in doggy style sex, which prevents female partner from seeing what is happening behind their back.

Though condom stealthing can happen between partners of any sexual preference, according to reports, it happens more frequently with women who are desperate to become pregnant, poke holes in the condom without the knowledge of their male partners.

There are also instances reported that some HIV positive people find utmost gratification when they are able to transmit viruses through condom stealthing. Anyone can indulge in condom stealthing, even those in a long term, monogamous andSTD-free relationships can do this, either for fun or intentionally to hurt or for pleasure and for any reason whatsoever.

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 people are slightly abnormal people and they are not normal like you and I. So, when you find any abnormal or suspicious behavior with your partner, or when you come across a deceptive or sneaky individual, particularly during your private time, it is a warning signal that you have to be careful and be careful about not going overboard during the act of sex.

Remember, people to tend to relax and enjoy the ride when they begin to use a well-lubed condom, thinking that they are indulging in a safe sex and there is nothing to worry about.

So, we give you here some safety tips to safeguard yourself from stealthing perpetrators.

1. It is always better to carry your own condoms. Particularly when you are having sex with unknown persons or in conditions where you cannot trust the intentions of the person you are having sex with. You can insist him or her to have your own condoms.

2. Stop during sex and do a visual check to ensure the condom is still in place.

3. Use a bright coloured condom so that you are able to see it with a slightest possible glance.

4. Use a condom that you can feel, something like textured or dotted condom, which you can feel by touching or with your skin. It should be easy enough for you to feel even when you are indulging in a dark room. You may still be able to feel the condom under any circumstances.

5. Ask your partner to ejaculate on your body, not in your vagina. Say this as your fantasy and make your sure partner does that. This can prevent you from condom stealthing and make the whole act a safe one. If you haven’t experienced it, then you are in for some real enjoyment.

6. Carry your own lube (such as silicone-based) that is safe to be used with condoms.

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 your system, including HIV.

If you suspect that a stealthier has passed on his infections to your body intentionally, then you can approach a physician and ask for PEP straightaway.

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 of the latex leading to its disintegration. To know it practically, you can just take out a latex condom and apply baby oil and see what happens. You can find the condom begins to disintegrate within few minutes.

If the condom is near its expiry state, you can find it getting disintegrated even faster, probably within 2 or 3 minutes.

But the good news is most of the personal lubricants available in the market now is not oil-based. So, you can simply buy personal lubricant of any known brand and use it without any second thought.

The following is some of the commonly known oil-based lubricants that should never be used over a latex condom.

1. Vaseline (petroleum jelly)
2. Body Lotions including sunscreen lotions
3. Olive oil
4. Coconut oil
5. Butter
6. Shampoo, conditioners, soaps, shaving cream
7. Vegetable oil, canola oil, mineral oil
8. Baby oil
9. Lipstick
10. Massage oil,
11. masturbation creams etc.,

In general, anything that has oil is a strict NO NO.

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 difference in terms of sensation.

As with latex, even oil based lubricants should not be used with Polyisporene condoms as well.

The following are some of the popular non-latex condoms available in the market.

1. Nitrile Condoms
2. Lambskin Condoms
3. Polyurethane Condoms
4. Silicone Condoms

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 lubricants have shifted to silicone lubricants as they find it more comfortable as it provides very less friction.

Finding the right condom begins with finding the right size for you. If a condom doesn't fit your organ properly, you can never has a pleasurable sex as the frustration due to a misfit will drain your arousal and it will dilute the intensity leading to unsatisfied outcome both for you and her.

Choosing the right size is the first step towards having a pleasurable and safe sex. Needless to say, it the condom is too large, it could come off during the skinny dipping, while too tight might make it uncomfortable and increases the chances of condom breakage during the act breaking the very purpose of using a condom. If the condom is not long enough to cover your entire penis, there is always a risk of bodily fluids mixing, leading to unsafe sex.

To get the right fit, you have to look into the girth of the condom. We suggest you to take a look at the size chart provided at www.condombazaar.com to know how to pick the right sized condom based on your organ size.

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.

Well, you are aiming for the right thing. One thing you should remember is that you are only using birth control pills. But it is not going to give you any protection against STDs. You both may be in a monogamous relationship, but still unprotected sex always comes with the risk of STDs.

Here is what you can do!

When you both are in bed next time, wait till he is super charged and when he is thoroughly aroused and at the time of removing your panties, you stop him and say that you prefer to use a condom and highlight the fact that you stand a greater risk of acquiring STDs.

He might say yes to your proposal and say, we shall use a condom from next time and try to do without a condom.

That is when you can hand him over the condom pack and tell him that you bought for 'just in case' situation. You can them try and persuade him to wear by telling him that you want to experience what is actually feels to have him inside with a condom on.

If somehow, things don't work out during the first time; try it next time, exactly in the same scenario as mentioned. You need to get the timing right. You need to make him clearly understand that you are very particular about using a condom for safety reasons.

If required, you can be little assertive and even pull your pants up and refuse to oblige if he refuses to wear the condom. This could be your final reaction. But you should make him understand clearly that no-condom-means-no-sex rule, he might try to take advantage of your gullibility. Remember, unless you make your intentions clear, you may not get what you want.

Open conversation is important for a good sex life. After all, it is your body and only when you are in sound health, you will be able to enjoy sex with your partner.

So, make him wear a condom soon and enjoy a safe and happy sex.

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 then shortening it to fit the size of the organ. Remember, condoms are made in sizes longer than usual male size.

So, when you have unrolled it completely, it may become too clumsy to handle. It is not made to fit exactly to your organ size. So, unrolling the condom over your stiff organ and pushing it down to the maximum is what is recommended and that is the practical way to enjoy sex with a condom on.

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 you are able to feel the stickiness, then that is the outer side of the condom. So, you need to roll the condom down with lubricated tip outside.

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 is a bad idea which might backfire. Over a period of time, condoms may add to the blockage and toilet overflows requiring you to seek professional assistance and who will find out condoms are the main reason for the blockage. It may then become too embarrassing.

Remember, latex is bio degradable and will not disappear magically when flushed. It may go down the drain, it may not block your toilet, but it might block your septic tank leading to loads of unpleasantness later. What might seem a good idea for a while, might make you resent later. So, don't flush your used condom down the toilet drain.

Don't throw the condom in the living room trash, as there is always a possibility for your domestic help or your other family members to notice it. If you have pet in your home, then there is always a possibility that pet can dig that out and stew it outside the trash to make things very embarrassing for you. Remember, pets have heightened sense of smell and it is not difficult for them to identity a condom in the living room, even if your used condom gets settled at the bottom most portion of the trash.

Needless to say, don't throw it on your kitchen trash or on your sunshade. It may be very tempting to throw it on the sunshade by opening your bedroom window. But it is always not a good idea.

Safe disposal method

After carefully withdrawing condom after ejaculation, hold it from the top and tie it to ensure semen is trapped inside the condom completely. Then wrap it over a larger sheet of paper and throw it in the trash that nobody notices immediately. Then you can throw that thrash in an open area next morning while you travel to work.

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 penis from getting affected due to excessive pumping.

Condom pumping can also be done without wearing a condom. But it can make it extremely difficult as the heat generated due to pumping on high pressure can heat up the soft skin of the penis. Using condom can act as a barrier to prevent heat from rupturing the skin of the penis. Further, condom also expands when penis expands due to increased blood flow.

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 sex. Many women have reported to have disgusting experience when they happen to take latex condoms onto their mouth. However, non-latex or those made using polyisoprene condoms are good for oral as they don't have that distinctive or even disgusting latex odour / taste.  So, the answer is, if you want to enjoy a safe and fragrant oral session, you should try condoms made of polyisoprene material and not made using latex. 

Based on the feedback of users across the world, the following are identified as 'oral-friendly' condoms.

-          Manforce Condoms

-          Skyn condoms

-          Durex Green Apple Flavoured Condoms - Though it is made of latex, it doesn't have that distinctive latex taste or scent.

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 is most commonly associated with usage of tampons.

If you feel any unusual symptoms, or if you feel still there could be a broken piece or torn condom piece still inside your vagina, you should immediately rush to your gynecologist for a vaginal screening.

If you come across any symptoms, it could be because of bacterial spread inside your cervix due to the broken condom piece. A visit to gynaecology will help you take a full scaleSTDscreening and a pregnancy test could save your life from further complications and untoward results.

Now, let us see what could have happened and how to prevent occurrences of this type in future.

Know that condoms are not one-size-fits-all type. Every brand and every variant of each brand of condom comes in different sizes and length. Your partner should know which the right size is for him, based on the dimensions of his penis. Using the correct size of the condom is very important to have a safe and enjoyable sex. Otherwise there is always a possibility of condom slipping off or condom tear during an intercourse.

Also, a male should have a fair idea of how much semen is he going to ejaculate and know beforehand whether the condom tip is sufficient enough to hold the load. If the tip is too big, the weight of the ejaculated semen will make the condom slippery and come off during sex allowing semen to reach your cervix. If he is using a small sized condom, there is always a possibility of tear and a broken piece with semen might get stuck inside your vagina. This is not a pleasant occurrence as it could defeat the very purpose of using a condom. In such occurrence, you can become pregnant and you could also get infected withSTDorSTI.

Condom size charts are available in condombazaar.com / size chart.

So, next time, you measure the size of his erected organ and make him buy the most appropriate condom for him to prevent any such occurrence in future.

If you are not comfortable about buying a condom for him or if he is not allowing buying a condom for him, alternatively, you can buy a female condom. You need not worry about the length or girth of the condom. You can use the one that is comfortable for you. So, there is no worry about condom getting stuck inside your vagina and there is no risk for you at all. 

Hope, this answer is helpful for you.

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 reservoir tip can be considered safer than the one without a reservoir tip.

Alternatively, when you happen to buy a non-reservoir tip, then you should wear the right condom size, if the condom is too tight, there is a possibility of a condom breakage due to the load of ejaculation.

If it is too loose fitting, the condom might slip off due to the weight of the ejaculated load.  While putting a condom with no reservoir tip on, pinch the tip, just as you would with any other condom.

While withdrawing, hold the base of condom for added safety.

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 are allergic to latex can be appreciated.

One of the easiest ways to know whether you are allergic to lubricant or condoms is to expose yourself to it. You have no choice but to expose yourself and then see if you get any irritation or feel uncomfortable or painful, then you have to stop it.

There is no way you will be able to know whether you are allergic or not without exposing yourself to it. In some cases, your partner may find it difficult. She may find itching or redness in her vagina or she might get small blisters after sex, then you can know that your partner is allergic to lubricant or condoms.

Then you have to shift to polyisoprene condoms or silica condoms and see how her body reacts to it. In most cases, people who are allergic to latex may find silica and polyisoprene condoms going fine.

But there are some simple ways in which you can find out whether you are allergic to condoms without actually trying a condom

1. Use a glove made using latex. Remember, condom doesn't have too many ingredients to test each one of them on your skin. Latex is the main ingredient for most of the condoms available in the market. If there is itching in your skin by wearing a glove, you can be sure that your skin will react negatively if you use a condom
2. Also, if you got any allergic reaction during the last time when you used a latex condom, there is no need to panic or no need to jump into conclusion that you are allergic to latex. Just check the manufacturing date of the condom. If the condom is manufactured five years before, chances are that you will find allergic reaction when you use it.
3. Remember, over usage of latex also can cause allergic reaction. Remember, healthcare workers have a much higher rate of latex allergy than the general public as their incidence of exposure is way too high than a condom user, who might be using a maximum of 30 condoms a month.

If you don’t want to try any of the above and want professional assistance or if you are really nervous about latex allergy and want to know beforehand whether you are allergic to it, then you can meet an allergist or immunologist who will do a serious of blood tests to ascertain whether you are allergic to latex.

That is the only professional way to know. Even if you found to be allergic, then there is no need to panic as there are condoms made using polyisoprene and silica which can be tried without any hesitation to habituate yourself to safe sex.

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 serious health issues that prevent him from getting erection.

Women involved in such scenario while blame him or blame themselves that they are not attractive enough to arouse him. In such scenarios, there could be number of factors that can come into play.

There are two ways to look at your problem. If you already have a history of erection problem and/or taking treatment, then you should only consult your doctor to rectify it. We have no say as you need a proper treatment. Or, if you are getting this problem quite frequently in the recent past and it is occurring more frequently with every passing day, then you certainly have some health issues, and you certainly need to consult a doctor immediately.

This could also be an indication of underlying problems in your sexual wellness.

But you have been active in sex, but suddenly not getting a proper erection while wearing a condom; we have some suggestions for you. Erection is purely hormonal. Meaning, it is an interplay of hormones in your body, which comes together to help you achieve an erection.

It has lot to do with your thinking and feeling. How and what you feel and how much is your rate of arousal has lot to do with feeling.

Remember, there are many factors that come together correctly to help you achieve and retain an erection for required duration to enjoy a healthy sex. The following are the 4 general reasons identified for men who couldn't maintain an erection while wearing a condom.

Sexual Anxiety

Sexual Anxiety is defined as the most important and most common reasons behind impotence of several men across the world. For men wearing a condom is a sure shot indication that his lady is ready for a penetrative sex and this can immediately clog their mind and make them anxious whether they will be able to perform good enough to give her an orgasm.

They began to feel the burden of sexual expectation and the resulting emotional load begins to drain their excitement leading to withdrawal symptoms such as nervousness, pressure and fear. The emotional turmoil immediately reacts on their organ leading to steep fall in the erection.

This is more common among men who have a history of panic attacks and general anxiety disorders. Either you can consult a doctor to get yourself relieved of sexual anxiety. Alternatively, you can calm yourself down and begin to feel positive and let happy thoughts flow into your mind that you are going to have an enjoyable time with your partner.

When you shift your focus from fear to happiness, there is a good chance that you can retain your erection all by yourself. It just requires your mental conditioning and positive attitude.

Burn out

When you are too much involved in sex, masturbation, watching pornography continuously, then there is always a chance for you to have become burnt out sexually.

Due to excessive sexual thoughts and physical actions, your response stimuli might have slowed down due to physical exhaustion. You can take sufficient rest, refrain yourself from sexual activities for a day or two, then indulge in sexual activity with your partner. Chances are that you will be able to retain an erection.

Wrong Condom Size

It is always important to wear the right condom size. When you use a wrong condom size, it may make things really uncomfortable making you lost interest in sex and which can cause you to lose your erection. Stick to a brand or size that you are comfortable with.

So, when you are losing your erection while wearing a condom, see whether you have bought the right condom size. Wear over tight condom always comes with the risk of condom tear, while the large size can fall down with the weight of your ejaculated load. So, it is important to wear the condom that is perfect for your organ size.

Over Desensitization during previous time

If you had used a delay condom or an erection ring during your previous sexual encounter, there is always a possibility that it would be desensitized your organ more than required. If the erection ring is too tight at the base of your penis, it can actually cut off blood flow to a large penis and cause flaccidness to occur.

Delay condoms too can make your tip too desensitized after a prolonged encounter making it difficult to get an erection. While using delay spray, if you had over sprayed out of excitement, then there is always a possibility that your organ may feel desensitized. This could also make your organ remain flaccid.

Lack of stimulation

Sex is a mind game and each one has their own preferences, fantasies, techniques, methods and fetishes. Things may not work with some new partners who may not be able to stimulate you properly. This could also trigger a negative sexual stimuli leading to lack of erection. Some partners may also not know how to give, while they may receive a good amount of pleasure from you.

Some woman may always be a mute participant and could be a complete turn off for you. In such a scenario, you may not be able to feel stimulated enough to achieve or retain erection. There is no hard and fast rule about what can stimulate and what cannot. It is entirely upto you.

If you are not getting an erection while wearing a condom, then the above mentioned reasons could also be the reasons for it. So, there is nothing to worry about it and you can just refresh yourself mentally and take sufficient rest and try your luck again.

Chances are that you could be able to your boner back and enjoy a stimulating session with your partner.

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 approach as it involves using romance and right set of words that can cajole your male partner to wear a condom, even if he is unwilling to use it.

Whichever way it turns out to be, make sure he wears a condom so that safely is not compromised at any cost. You can be little assertive, if required. But taking the romantic route can be lot more effective as it can melt his heart quite easily and make him accept your demands for a safe sex.

Let us see some of the romantic ways,

1. Present condoms as a gift - Wrap a condom pack in a nice gift wrap and present that as a gift. Make it look like a nice gift and decorate it nicely so that he may feel obligated to open it and use it as he has received it as a gift. Most of the times 'I don't have a condom' could be the excuse. When you give it as a gift, be may be obligated to use it. You can either choose a small pack of a particular brand or choose a large combo pack, which can last for a month or more.

2. Volunteer yourself, 'Let me put it for you' - for some men, the process of putting on a condom drains the mood. So, you can do it for him. You can nicely roll it over his organ and ensure he does it with a condom on. You may need a little practice initially, but you will be an expert in the third time onwards. And practicing it is really worth it. According to sexologists, woman helping men to wear a condom is among the most romantic thing and the act can lead to increased arousal.

3. Volunteer yourself to measure his size - Tell him that you are really interested to measure his organ size so that you can gift him a perfect set of condoms next time. Instead of making it a mere measuring time, you can make this into an exciting foreplay by trying to measure it without removing his underwear and it could be a great fun. He will love it in fact.

4. Tell him to try different condoms to get the right size - Carry home a bunch of condoms and ask him to try different ones to get the condom that is a perfect fit for him. He may discourage you saying, my size is small and they don't make condoms to my size. Every man has a subconscious belief that their size is smaller than others. You need to be little assertive and make him try different condoms to allow him to know the brand that fits him best.

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 know how to choose the right condom size depending on the size of their organ.

Few men will complain that they are losing erection and begin to avoid condoms and exposing themselves to high risk. But when you choose the right condom size, then sex can become all the more better and safer. We give below some of the ways to find out whether you are wearing a right condom or not.

If you find any of the below mentioned experience, then you can be sure that you are wearing a wrong condom size and you should change your condom.

Condom won't stay on during sex - If you find condom slipping quite often during sex making it frustrating for you and her, then it is certain that you are wearing a loose-fitting condom.

Condom cuts-off blood circulation at base - If you feel this, which means you are wearing a very tight condom. This can also make you feel uncomfortable and pain in your organ.

Ring at the base leaves deep indentation - This is also an indication that your condom is too tight

Condom is completely unrolled, yet the shaft is not fully covered - This again is a clear indication that your condom size is smaller than your organ and there is always a possibility for condom breakage during sex.

Many inches of condom material left over on front side - This clearly proves that condom is too big for your organ.

Wearing condoms becomes a struggle - You have bought a too small condom for your organ to fit in. In such cases, you may find it difficult to roll the condom over your organ

The tip is too long and saggy - Your condom size is too big for you.

The ring at the base is loose or baggy - You have bought a bigger sized condom

Feeling numbness or lack of sensation - Your condom is too tight that it prevents blood flowing to your organ

Tearing apart - Clearly you have used a tight condom

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 natural that you wouldn't have heard something like this from your friends, peers, colleagues, neighbours and relatives.

Despite what you feel and how you take it, you should appreciate one thing that your son is habituating himself to safe sex. Though teenage pregnancy and teenage abortion and birth rates are very negligible in India compared to western countries, but you should understand that sex during teenage has predominantly increased in India due to media and access to porn at the fingertip.

We give you some recommendations as to what to do as a responsible parent.

Stop Overreacting

You may have very furious the moment you notice a condom, don't go at him with guns-blazing. Take some time and understand that times have changed. Your son is living in a different reality and his exposure towards sex is much more pronounced than your exposure during your teenage. You cannot stop your son from having sex just by shouting at him or constantly monitoring him or keeping him in some kind of a house arrest.

Remember, your son is much more educated about all aspects of sex. You should not compare him with what you did and how you behaved during your teenage with regard to sex.

Be Calm

Stay calm and stay positive. After all, your son has not done any irreparable damage. If you couldn't control your emotions, then you should not talk to your son about it, which otherwise may lead to complete unpleasantness. Shouting at him or reacting negatively will only prompt him to not talk about it in future and try things stealthily without your knowledge. He may specifically try to hide things from you.

There is also a possibility that your son might have bought a condom out of curiosity and may not have bought it for using it. Or some of his senior friends might have given it to him to evade from their parent's eyes. There could be many possibilities.

Sex is a highly sensitive topic to discuss with your son and it would be little awkward as a parent to discuss about it to your own son.  So, call him and talk to him politely. Tell him that you found a condom and there is nothing for him to worry about. But ask him to disclose how a condom came into his shelf. Or you may also tell him something like 'I know my son won't be indulging in sex so early, but I am surprised to find a condom. I assume you might have brought it out of curiosity' and casually ask him why he brought a condom.

Whatever may be your approach, make him feel that there is nothing to ashamed about and make him feel comfortable talking to you. Tell him that he need not feel anything guilty about it. After all, it is a contraceptive.

Let him know the consequences

Then you tell him the importance of safe sex and inform him about the risks of having sex without condoms. You can explain him about STDs and other risks associated with unprotected sex. Explaining him about the consequences can make him even more responsible and respect you for taking things positively.

Kids in teenage will have hormonal rush and the sexual urge will be at its peak. They may not think about the consequences and that is the reason behind so many teenage pregnancies and abortions.

As a responsible parent, you can make your son understand the importance of habituating himself to safe sex is very important. If you don't handle this properly and react negatively, he may choose unsafe methods and put himself in a bigger problem later.

You can explain to him the biological aspects of sex and how unprotected sex will lead to unwanted pregnancies and potential risks associated with it. You can also explain the relationship consequences involved in having sex with a teen partner.

Make him feel happy

Make sure your discussion goes in the right direction and he feels happy in the end. You should make him feel comfortable throughout the discussion. Teach your teen about virginity myth, legally accepted age for consensual sex and potential implications on sex on relationships. This may not be a one-off discussion with your son. You may have to discuss with him more often and update him with more relevant information.

The discovery of condom in your son's room should actually serve you an opportunity to guide your son towards a healthy sexual life.

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 sellers in our webstie. hmm...

But we are customer focussed, we have picked up products similar to Durex Mutual Climax, but priced at a lower price and listed under the category "Mutual Climax condoms".  Do Check them out.

No. These are Latex Condoms. Currenly SKYN is the only brand that is having Non Latex condoms in India.