Things to Note When Choosing Condoms
Everyone is familiar with condoms. Condoms can block semen from entering the vagina, playing a contraceptive role. At the same time, they can prevent contact between the external genital organs and secretions of both sexual partners, and to a large extent, prevent the occurrence of sexually transmitted diseases.
To improve people's experience of using condoms, various types of condoms have emerged on the market. Currently, there is no unified standard for the classification of condom products. If classified by thickness, they can be divided into ordinary, thin, and ultra - thin condoms, with the thinnest reaching 0.01mm. If classified by nominal width, they can be divided into large, medium, and small sizes, corresponding to 55mm, 52mm, and 49mm respectively. In addition, there are other classification methods such as whether there is a sperm - storage sac at the top, the processing shape of the rubber film surface, and whether there is lubricant. As a result, many people are confused. What type of condom is the best? Today, let's talk about the things to note when choosing condoms.
Which condom is the thinnest and most comfortable?
The answer varies from person to person. It's not that the thinner the condom, the more comfortable it is. The one that suits you is the best. A too - thick condom may reduce the sensitivity of the penis and the feeling of sexual excitement. Ultra - thin condoms can enhance the sensitivity of the penis and bring a more pleasurable sexual experience. However, not everyone is suitable for ultra - thin condoms. For example, some men with premature ejaculation, whose penises are overly sensitive, may use a slightly thicker condom or a delay condom to extend the coital time and improve the quality of sexual life.
How to choose the size of condoms?
At present, the condoms sold in the Chinese market can be divided into large, medium, and small sizes according to the nominal width, corresponding to 55mm, 52mm, and 49mm respectively. For the first time, you can choose the 52mm size. If it is too large or too small after use, you can change it next time. Never force the use of an inappropriate size. Because if the condom is too large, it is likely to slip off in the vagina, and semen may flow out, leading to contraceptive failure. If the condom is too small, it will cause discomfort or be easily torn, which will also affect the contraceptive effect.
Are ultra - thin condoms easy to break?
If you use and store them correctly and choose reliable and regular brands, even ultra - thin condoms are not easy to break [5]. According to the provisions of the international standard ISO4074:2015, the bursting volume of condoms with a width of 50 - 56mm is 18L. What does 18L mean? It's equivalent to 36 bottles of 500ml mineral water. Some ultra - thin condoms also use new materials such as polyurethane, which have better comfort and sensitivity. Water - based polyurethane itself has the characteristic of high density, which can more effectively prevent AIDS, HPV, etc., and improve the safety of condoms. Of course, you must buy products from regular brands. For example, the condoms of a certain brand will only be qualified for factory shipment after passing size tests, burst tests, water permeability tests, visible defect tests, and packaging integrity tests. Therefore, under the premise of correct use and guaranteed brand quality, even ultra - thin condoms are not easy to break.
In addition to the above three points, it should also be reminded that before use, check whether the condom is within the expiration date. When opening the condom package, carefully tear the package from the edge to avoid using sharp tools such as scissors to ensure that the condom does not break. When using it, be sure to wear the condom correctly throughout the whole process to better play a protective role.
