Male condom and improved skin

How our community feel the male condom has affected their skin

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

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33%

Out of the 66 reviews for the male condom, 2 people (3%) reported improved skin.

Reviewers that reported improved skin as a side effect

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

Male condom  
Used for 1 - 3 mo
21 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  2 weeks ago

Male condom  

me and my partner have always had problems with using condoms from durex, but now trying skyns condoms, i will never go back. They don’t have that weird smell and me nor my partner could even feel as if it was there! 100% recommend

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Used for 5 - 8 yr
20 years old
🇬🇧 UK
  •  13th Nov 22

Hormone free, so your cycle isn't affected at all and they also protect against STIs. What's not to like? Guaranteed they can be uncomfortable but it takes a bit of trial and error with various brands and sizes as well as applying some water-based lubricant. I recommend the Glyde brand.


Very positive mood

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Male condom common side effects

Data is taken from self reported Lowdown user reviews

27% of the male condom reviewers reported vaginal dryness

15% of the male condom reviewers reported vaginal discharge

15% of the male condom reviewers reported thrush

6% of the male condom reviewers reported cystitis

6% of the male condom reviewers reported tender breasts


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