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Condom Materials

Discussion of different condom materials such as latex, polyisoprene, and polyurethane

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Jan 27, 2026
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How do I properly measure penis girth and length at home for condom sizing?

and length at home for condom sizing requires simple, repeatable steps: measure when fully erect, record girth at the thickest part and length from pubic bone to tip, then convert girth to nominal wid...

Jan 20, 2026
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What condom sizes and brands are best suited for a 5.5‑inch girth?

For a 5.5‑inch girth — roughly in the 5.5” circumference range that converts to about a 60 mm nominal width using common calculators — the safest approach is to seek condoms at or just above the ~60 m...

Jan 25, 2026
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People say penis girth divided by two is nominal length for a condom. Shouldnone also subtract ten percent or not or what percentage

The commonly cited shortcut — " divided by two" — is a rough shorthand that confuses two different condom measurements: girth (circumference) and nominal width (laid‑flat half‑width); experts and manu...

Jan 30, 2026

What condom sizes and brands offer the best fit for larger girths made from non-latex materials?

People seeking that actually fit larger girths most often land on and synthetic-resin products — (polyisoprene) and (synthetic polyethylene/resin) repeatedly surface as roomy, high-sensitivity choices...

Jan 15, 2026

Do condoms and sex toys list girth sizing and how to choose for thicker girth?

Condoms almost always publish sizing information — typically a nominal (flat) width that can be doubled to approximate circumference/girth — and many brands offer larger widths or “XL/XXL” lines (and ...

Feb 7, 2026

What are safe lubricant types for anal sex and how do they interact with condoms?

requires abundant, appropriate lubrication because the anus does not self-lubricate and reduced friction lowers risk of tears and condom failure . The safest, most widely recommended choices when cond...

Feb 6, 2026

Which lubricants and condom types are safest for anal sex to minimize tearing and infection risk?

, minimizing tearing and infection risk depends on two linked choices: use abundant condom-compatible lubrication and pick condoms designed for high friction and strength; are the most broadly recomme...