You may be surprised to learn that condoms have been used for thousands of years – both as a method of birth control and a form of protection against diseases. Over the years there have been a number of ingenious inventions, as well as huge advances in design and production, to provide the ultra-thin, cheap […]
Condoms are one of the most popular contraception methods in use today, offering a host of benefits that other methods simply cannot match. Whilst there are a million reasons to use a condom (and not many reasons not to!), here’s our pick of the seven top advantages of condoms. Condoms are one of the few […]
Condoms are a very cheap and effective method of birth control and protection against STDs, costing on average $0.5-1 each in Australia however not every has that luxury of choice. There are hundreds of places near you where you can grab some free condoms, including health care clinics, sti testing facilities and hospitals. To help […]
Ah Japan…the birthplace of the kimono, sushi, karate, sumo and erm, ultra-thin condoms?! Thats right, in the condom world Japan is famous for producing some of the thinnest condoms ever seen. Here’s what you need to know about Japanese condoms. Sagami Sagami Rubber Industry Co., Ltd. (Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture) were founded in 1934 and […]
Ansell are available in most chemists, supermarkets and online and are one of Australia’s most well known condom brands. Popular condoms include LifeStyles Regular and the ultra-thin Skyns range. Ansell website Synonymous with condoms, Durex have been selling condoms in Australia since the 1890’s. Popular condoms from include Durex Fetherlite Ultra Thin and delaying condoms […]
We’re fortunate to have so much choice in condoms today; small ones, large ones, ribbed, ultra-thin and every flavour you can imagine. However, latex allergy sufferers are not so lucky. Most male condoms have traditionally been made of latex material due to it’s properties of being easily malleable, safe, strong and affordable to manufacture. Unfortunately, […]
Condoms are a lot like a pair of jeans. They’re available in a range of sizes but these sizes are different for everyone. Theres nothing worse than a pair of jeans that are uncomfortably tight or loose. Once you find a pair that fits… they feel amazing and become your ‘go to’ However, unlike jeans, […]
Condoms are available in so many different shapes, sizes, colours and materials that the choice can often be a little overwhelming. The huge variety of choice only makes it more difficult for you to know which is the most suitable. This article will help you understand how to identify the best condoms for both you […]
The obsession with penis size has bedevilled men for eons. This fixation is even more pronounced in this modern age of the super-sized everything. Bigger seems to automatically mean better. Does a larger penis translate to a better sexual experience for women? Does penis size really matter? The funny thing is, not really. Men are naturally […]
Condoms are essential for safe sex, but are only effective in protecting against STD’s and pregnancy when used properly. Here’s our top tips to ensure proper usage; Step 1 – Store Condoms Properly Keep condoms away from heat and out of direct sunlight as this can weaken the latex which make condoms split or break […]
Latex condoms are highly effective in preventing pregnancy and the transmission of common STD’s, including HIV, during vaginal, oral, or anal intercourse. Condom Effectiveness in Pregnancy Condoms however are not as effective in preventing pregnancy as the other common birth control methods, including; The Pill (A hormone pill taken orally: 99.7% effective) Contraceptive Implant (A […]
As if reducing the spread of STIs and helping prevent unwanted pregnancy wasn’t enough to want women to use condoms, new studies have found that condoms may have a positive influence on the creation of friendly bacteria for a healthy, happy vagina. Try using that as a chat up line… The study by researchers at […]
A study on contraceptive use by the World Health Organisation found that whilst condoms are typically more than 98% effective in preventing pregnancy and STIs, in practice, this was more like 85% due to improper use. To help you avoid this, we’ve put together ten common errors you can avoid when using condoms to ensure […]
Back in 2005 a super-bold inventor by the name of Jan Vinzenz Krause, of the Institute for Condom Consultancy in Germany, set about on a mission to finding the perfect fitting condom.
The cost of condoms is dependant on where you buy them, brand, type and quantity. In Australia, condoms cost from $0.50 – $2 each from retail stores however condoms are also available for free from family planning clinics. Whats in this guide? Price comparison of 15 different condoms in Australia Comparison of condom cost by […]