Blow out condoms

Skip navigation! Story from Sex. If you've ever had sex with someone who has a penis, you're probably pretty familiar with condoms. But, many people are only used to condoms for one reason: penetrative sex. About a third of people admit that they've never used condoms while giving someone a blow job.

Condoms and female condoms are the only forms of contraception that protect against STIs. They are available in different sizes, flavours and types, and some can be used to help delay a man's orgasm or increase pleasure for both of you. It's easy to use a condom properly. Always carry condoms in a tin or condom case rather than your wallet or bag, as otherwise you could damage them. Read the condom pack instructions and check the expiry date. Either partner can put the condom on but wash your hands first: this helps keep things hygienic and, if you've been playing with massage oil or anything else fatty ice cream? Put the condom on before you get down to it, so you can writhe away safely to your heart's content during foreplay don't wait too long though — you don't want the condom to dry out.

But has the well-intentioned person who created that rule actually been down the condom aisle lately? How do you know which size is right? And will something scary happen if you opt for the glow-in-the-dark option? The most important strategy to staying safe is to get informed.

There's no way around it: condoms are safe and effective. Anyone who tells you otherwise is just plain wrong. There's a lot of misinformation out there, and it's time we debunked common condom myths. We talked to Dr.