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The male condom is a very commonly used barrier method of contraception. It is made of thin rubber or plastic and worn over the penis during sex. Condoms are great as they have very few side effects, are hormone free and protect against sexually transmitted diseases.

During or before sex

Frequency

87% - 98%

Effectiveness

None

Blood clot risk

None

Effect on fertility

Male condom benefits

Some of the benefits that are recognised in scientific research or guidelines for this contraceptive

Protects against STIs

How does the Male condom work?

Male condoms are thin latex or polyurethane sheaths that are worn on the penis during sexual intercourse.

Male condom alternatives

Contraceptives that work in similar ways, or brands that have close or exactly the same hormonal ingredients


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Used for 3 - 6 mo
26 years old
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  •  27th Jul 22

Moved away from the pill and onto condoms. Tried HANX as I'd only used mainstream brands historically, and found it much better. Their sizing is better, and it feels a lot more natural - I used to get way more irritation after sex with other brands, whereas now it feels like we're not using anything which is great. Happy to have moved away from hormonal contraceptives and won't go back.


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Used for 5 - 8 yr
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  •  25th Sep 20

I use male condoms because i struggle with weight and the pill was causing me to gain weight. Male condoms are cheap and convenient and i think theyre a good baseline of contraception.


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Used for 8+ yr
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  •  15th May 20

Easy to use, doesn’t kill the moment. If you’ve got it ready to hand, you can put it on for the guy


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Used for 6 - 12 mo
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  •  5th Jan 20

I used to hate using condoms but after having recurring VB issues a nurse at the GUM clinic recommended I try them. I have always hated the smell of them, how they interrupt the flow of sex and how they feel. However, I started using Skyns (original or extra live) with my current partner and they have totally changed my opinion. They’re really fine, easy to use and I can’t feel them at all during sex. I also used to worry about them bursting or coming off and in the 12 months of using this brand I have never had that issue once.


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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
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  •  28th Dec 19

My boyfriend and never used anything but male condoms. Although we are interested in something that’s less interrupting I just don’t feel comfortable with the thought of taking hormones or the copper options. I still often worry that there may have been an issue with a broken condom that we didn’t discover but in the end it worked the whole time and I love that it’s non-hormonal and just so simple.


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Used for 18 mo - 3 yr
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  •  19th Sep 19

For some reason I’m always left feeling like it may not have worked and it kills the mood 99% of the time. I always have to use a lot of lube because I find they get dry and uncomfortable quite quickly !


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Used for 3 - 5 yr
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  •  21st Aug 19

Great hormone-free contraception, also protects against STDs. The bad thing is when it rips, which I personally experienced twice in couple years. Also, it is not quite convenient in a long-term relationship, which was the reason why I stopped using them.


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Used for 6 - 12 mo
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  •  16th Jul 19

No hormones, easy to use. The best condoms I've used, both for me (no irritation, and gently lubricated) and my partner (they are ultra thin and have no nasty latex smell). I use HANX condoms, which are also vegan certified and sustainable... kind to our bodies and the planet :)


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Used for 5 - 8 yr
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  •  12th Apr 21

No side effects and very effective if used correctly.


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Used for 8+ yr
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  •  8th Sep 20

What's not to love about the male condom? I don't have to ingest hormones... my boyfriend has to remember to buy them (I buy the tampons it's only fair). My only qualm is that they're not exactly eco-friendly and I don't see recyclable condoms hitting the high street anytime soon.


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