Everything You Need to Know About Flavoured Condoms
When it comes to condoms, what's your flavor?
Flavoured condoms are often seen as a novelty, but they provide a great alternative to regular condoms while remaining fully functional for most kinds of sex. The concept can evoke more laughter than lustful looks, but when used correctly, flavoured condoms can be a serious asset to your night-time naughty drawer. Need more convincing? Let’s unwrap the rubber.
What Are Flavoured Condoms?
Historically, flavoured condoms have been targeted at oral sex. They’re flavoured for a reason, you know. Many people enjoy oral sex but may not particularly like the taste of their partner’s penis – the flavoured condom is the perfect antidote to this.
But it’s not all about oral. Flavoured condoms have recently become must-haves for couples because they provide a great alternative to regular condoms for penetrative sex. They often have a pleasant aroma, adding another layer to your sexual experience by heightening the stimulation of one sense, which can have a cascading effect on other senses.
Flavoured condoms are made with the intent of making sex more fun without losing the general safe sex guarantee that normal condoms provide. While no protection is 100% effective, when used correctly, you can rely on a Durex flavoured condom to be as effective as a regular one.
Can Flavoured Condoms Be Used for Intercourse?
Yes, flavoured condoms can be used for penetrative sex, provided you choose one designed for it. For many couples, whether same-sex or mixed, sex can lose some excitement over the years. Introducing a flavoured condom can add a little extra to your experience with minimal hassle.
Using a flavoured condom for intercourse means you lose the benefit of the taste, but if you use the condom during foreplay, you will have already enjoyed the flavoursome benefits. If you want a flavoured condom purely for its aroma, this won’t interfere with your sex routine. Strawberry flavoured condoms are perfectly safe for both vaginal and anal penetration, so there should be no concern about using them for all your favourite positions.
When Can’t Flavoured Condoms Be Used for Penetrative Sex?
Some flavoured condoms cannot be used for vaginal sex if they contain a sugar-based lube, which gives them an enticing sweet taste. When used vaginally, this sugary base can affect the pH balance of the vagina and, in extreme cases, lead to thrush. Always read the label, follow the instructions, and be careful and considerate with your partner when trying new products.
Are Flavoured Condoms Safe?
Yes, flavoured condoms are safe. While no condom is 100% effective at preventing pregnancy or protecting against sexually transmitted diseases, Durex flavoured condoms are as effective as other condoms. If you struggle with safe condom use, check out our ultimate guide to condom usage to ensure you’re ready when your discreetly packaged box of Durex condoms arrives.
What Flavoured Condom Should I Buy?
Flavoured condoms can make a wonderful gift or add creativity to your Friday night. A great place to start is with our Strawberry Flavoured Condoms, designed to tantalise your senses and sweeten your sexual experience. Strawberry is a crowd-pleaser – it’s pleasant on the taste buds, seductive as an aroma, and the vibrant, luscious red is synonymous with romance and sex.
