{"id":344,"date":"2018-10-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-10-21T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.lovenselife.com\/uncategorized\/condom-types"},"modified":"2018-10-21T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2018-10-21T00:00:00","slug":"condom-types","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lovense.com\/sex-blog\/sex-passion\/condom-types","title":{"rendered":"16 Condom Types \u2013 There are More Than You Realize"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You might be thinking, \u201cThere aren\u2019t that many types of condoms.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But if I asked you to name ten, I bet many people would fall short. The truth is, there have been many descendants of the original sheep intestines that our ancestors wore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some great, some just for fun, others lacking in protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TYPES OF CONDOMS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. LATEX CONDOMS<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The good old boys, the kind of penis cover we usually associate with condoms. But, remember, although they protect against pregnancy and STIs, they\u2019re not 100% effective. Also, some people are allergic to latex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. POLYURETHANE<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      If you have a latex allergy, these are the ones to get your hands (or mouth) on. SKYN is one of the most common brands and comes in two sizes. I can also vouch for them since I faithfully use them myself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. LAMBSKIN<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Another latex-free option. They are also super thin (some men say they can\u2019t even feel them) and transmit heat very well. But, while they help protect against pregnancy (less than latex condoms though), they do NOT protect against STIs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. SPERMICIDE FILLED<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          No, not all condoms are filled with spermicide \u2013 you\u2019re probably thinking of sex lube. You can go the extra step towards pregnancy protection by using these. However, it\u2019s worth mentioning that some people have sensitivities or straight-up allergies to spermicide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. PREMATURE EJACULATION<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            If your man blows his load too fast, some condoms come with a special anesthetic lubricant gel that will help prolong the pleasure – benzocaine 5%, for example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. POUCHED<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              \u201cPouched\u201d condoms are on the opposite side of the scale from PE condoms. They look like any other condom except for an extra balloon of latex near the tip which creates more friction and enhances pleasure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. SIZED<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                If you\u2019re bigger or smaller than average, and average sizes don\u2019t fit properly, there are extra large\/small ones out there. HOWEVER, don\u2019t let this go to your head. It\u2019s about girth, not length. Trying to go \u201cup a size\u201d for your ego might end up with the condom slipping off and a higher risk of unwanted pregnancy or infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. GLOW IN THE DARK<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                  These are generally made by putting a light reactive pigment between two layers of latex condom material. You expose them to light for a few minutes, put them on, then surprise your partner with your shining dong. While most of them are approved by the FDA, you still have to be careful you\u2019re getting real condoms and not just novelty items that could cause an allergic reaction (or worse).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. FLAVORED<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                    From banana to bacon, the oral-sex-friends come in an endless array of flavors (some close to the real thing, others with more of a hint of taste over a strong latex base note). There is a LARGE disclaimer that if you use them for vaginal sex, make sure they don\u2019t contain sugar \u2013 so you don\u2019t get a yeast infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    1. EDIBLES<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                      Not to be confused with flavored! They also shouldn\u2019t be treated as a regular condom \u2013 more of a novelty, or something like edible underwear. They\u2019re like a candy sheath over the penis that the partner sucks away while giving head. Two problems \u2013 they obviously don\u2019t protect against anything AND the reviews I read have been pretty bad. So ya know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      1. TEXTURED<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                        Dots, ribs, waves, you name it. Textured condoms are designed to enhance pleasure through additional sensations during intercourse. Some are just for the boys, others are aimed at women, a few targets both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        1. FRENCH TICKLERS<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                          French ticklers are sort of textured condoms on steroids. Ridges, bumps, shapes, nubs are added to the head of the condom and are meant to add new sensations during sex. IMPORTANT \u2013 they do NOT protect against pregnancy or STIs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                          1. WARMING<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                            You\u2019ll find a coating of warming sex lube on the inside and outside. If you love the sensations, great! But some people find they have allergic reactions to the compounds which cause the heating. If you\u2019re not sure, rub some of the lube on the side of your arm and wait a couple days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                            1. SENSIS QUIK STRIPS<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                              The struggle is real \u2013 awkwardly trying to put on a condom in the middle of a passionate moment. They\u2019ve also been known to rip if not put on properly. The good news? Sensis has made condoms with little, detachable pull tabs on the side, which makes putting them on easy-peasy and safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                              1. NOVELTY<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                You\u2019ll find these have fun patterns on them \u2013 technically, glow in the dark, edible, and French ticklers could also be considered novelty. These are for fun. Not protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                1. FEMALE CONDOM<\/strong><\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                  I bet you forgot about these huh? FCs consist of a soft, loose-fitting pouch with a ring at each end. They\u2019re a little more expensive, \u201clouder\u201d, and can certainly be felt during sex, BUT they allow women to take protection matters into their own hands<\/em> without relying on a man to bring something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                  Also, if you want more interesting articles, check out these\u2026<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n