Condoms Blog

Hotshots: Condoms for 12yr olds!

2010-03-05T02:55:00.000-08:00

In Switzerland a condom called Hotshots has been produced specifically for 12 year old boys! The product is in response to research showing that 12-14 year olds were not using adequate protection while having sex. Studies are showing that people are having sex at younger ages.

The Hotshots cost around $7.85 for a 6 pack and are created by leading Swiss condom manufacturer Lamprecht AG. They are around 4.5cm in diameter which are smaller than the standard size condoms which measure around 5.2 cm.

At the moment they are only sold in Switzerland but, keep a look out as the manufacturer has indicated that they might consider exporting their product to other countries.

Condoms Australia will surely be on alert on any progress of Hotshots in Australia!

What to look for when choosing a condom

2010-01-31T17:57:00.000-08:00

Options such are ribbed, rippled, studded, scented, tinted, vibrating, large and extra large are normal for any consumer searching to buy condom right now.

There are so many condoms out on the market at the moment that choosing the right one for you and your partner can be daunting sometimes.

So Condoms Australia has found some tips which may help you choose the right condom to ensure you practice safe sex.

What material do you like? Latex, Non-latex etc.
The Right Lubricant - Helps reduce chance of condom breakages
Perfect Fit?
Reliable Strength? Thin or Thick etc.
Fun textures? Ribbed or studded etc.
Novelty Features
Pregnancy protection

So next time your shopping around for condoms take these points into consideration because they just might help you find the perfect condom!

Taking Awareness to the next level!

2009-12-17T17:34:00.000-08:00

(Image from http://www.passportmagazine.com/blog/index.php?/archives/436-How-Many-College-Students-Can-You-Fit-in-a-Condom.html)

At the Universita IULM in Mlian, students organised an event through Facebook to fill a giant, blown up condom. It was aimed at raising condom awareness and the practice of safe sex.

So, how many college students can you fit in a condom? 100.

Spray On Condoms?

2009-12-16T20:10:00.000-08:00

As we step further into the 21st century we continue to see some innovative products. A step towards the future of condom development has seen the invention of a SPRAY ON CONDOM.

Yes thats right SPRAY ON.

A german company is currently conducting test where the man inserts his penis into a spray can and then sprayed with latex nozzles from all side.

Pretty cool i would have to say.

Does Size Really Matter?

2009-12-15T19:42:00.001-08:00

So does size really matter? What is the truth behind this age old question?

Well according to the website Askmen.com a recent survey of 800 men of all shapes, sizes and races concluded that the average size of a man's penis is 5.5 inches. So if your penis is not 12 inches don't be shy, there are plenty of men out there, probably the same size penis.

So does size really matter?

It helps, but its not the be all and end all. There is no use wielding a large sword if you don't know how to use it. By the same token using a small sword might be just as effective as a larger one if you know how to use it. Basically the point is to be a good lover, you are not judged on the size of you penis. It's what you do with it and how you use it that really matters.

Remember this guys it's not the size of the ship, its the motion of the ocean.

Six Reasons For Condom Failure

2009-12-13T22:32:00.000-08:00

Condoms Are one of the most widely used contraceptive methods today. But they are only effective so long as the condom does its job properly.

Condom Failure can be due to:

The Condom was not used properly... But i'm guessing most people know how to put on a condom however, for those who don't its always best to ask someone who knows. Don't hesitate to ask through the blog, discretion will be given.
Condom breaks during sex. Condom breaks can be minimised through lubricants. Make sure the lubricants are water based as oil- based lubricants weaken the condom.
Condom not manufactured properly i.e. the Counterfeit Condoms
Condom expiration has passed. No seriously, when condoms expire the lose their elasticity causing an increase chance of breakage
Condom was damaged after manufacture
Condom was used more than once. I know EWW, who would do that but you would be surprised.

Beware of COUNTERFEIT CONDOMS

2009-12-08T20:01:00.000-08:00

The Times in London has recently reported a case in China where a factory has been discovered producing fake condoms! There is a frantic search by police to seize over a million counterfeit prophylactics produced by an illegal factory in Hunan Province.

The illegal factory had employees using vegetable oil to lubricate the condoms and placing then in fibre bags with no sterilization in place. Using vegetable oil is an absolute no-no as it rapidly weakens the condoms.

These fake condoms do not provide the contraceptive measures that regular condoms do. The fact is they don't protect against pregnancy and STD's.

The factory produced more than 2 million counterfeit condoms labeled as

Jisson
Durex.
Rough Rider
Six sense
Love card.

Too make sure your not a victim of counterfeit condoms of any nature make sure you buy your condoms from a trusted source such as Condoms Australia.

Non Latex Condoms

2009-11-27T16:07:00.000-08:00

Non Latex Condoms came about when there are a number of people who are allergic or sensitive to latex condoms, since most of the condoms made and is still are from latex materials, this introduction solves many problems associated with people who are allergic to it.

One of the problem that is a problem is that, the cost to manufacture them is a lot higher due to the production process and mainly the demand for it. there is also the problem of the lack of different sizes associated with the non latex condoms.

In Australia at the moment there are a few different non latex condoms to choose from and they are

There is an increasing demand for it however, until there is enough demand the market for non-latex condoms, the range would be minimal

Female Condom

2009-11-18T13:24:00.000-08:00

Condoms were designed for males that is until recently, well not really recently give or take around 10 years ago (need to confirm) but has now become more mainstream only in the last few years. It is
really a great invention. One of the reasons is that for the males who don't like to put on a condom this allows another way of contraceptions and prevention of STI,

There is however a few issues associated with the female condom, mainly the cost associated with it. Let's compare between the two. a pack of condoms normally consist of 12 condoms which retails for
around AUD 7 - 9 dollars whereas a pack of female condoms normally consists of 3 retails around 8 - 10 dollars. Which is a lot more expensive.

Availability is another issue, being to a few major retail chain and couldn't find the female condom anywhere, it only readily available source is online Other issues is that it is more difficult to put on or into the
vaginal area and the effective is less than that of a normal condom. I think that there is still much development in the female condom and and hopefully in not too long future it would become a mainstream
product.

Lubricants with Condoms

2009-11-17T13:18:00.000-08:00

Some people have been wondering why was lubrication invented and what was the original purpose of it, well I did a litle bit of research and from some of the sources that I found is that in the original stages of the development of condoms, the common problem is that it
constantly break during intercourse, and the main course was due to friction.

One way to overcome this problem was to add lubrication on the condoms or the vaginal area, before intercourse and that greatly reduce the chance of the condom breaking.

Even with the advance in technology with the condoms being more durable, it is still highly recommended to use condoms along with a lubricant.

some of the condoms you buy at a shop, often the manufacturer would include sachets of lubricants for you to try, whereas they can all be purchase separately.

In time we will be reviewing different brands of condoms and lubricants, along with our readers reviews, to help you choose the right one for you

Condoms - The new beginning

2009-11-16T23:18:00.000-08:00

This is a blog dedicated to condoms, lubricants and other related products, if there is something you would like to comment or for me to raise it in this blog post a comment.

Condom really is an interesting little gadget that was first invented to prevent pregnancy and STD or now better referred to as STI (Sexually transmitted infection).

It is a simple device really, but it's now more then just a condom, it's now a device to protect and to enjoy coming in all shapes and sizes, colored, flavoured, ribbed, and many more.

It has also become a multibillion dollar industry which is continuing to grow everyday. The more people understand the idea of safe sex the more condoms is used.

This is my first post, If there is anything you would like to add please let me know.