Lubrications and latex condom .
Lubrications make penetration easier and prevents condom from tearing. It also makes the condom easier to put on and makes it more comfortable to use. Some condoms are not lubricated at all and some have water based lubricants. Lubricants are also available separately. You should note that latex condom can be weakened by oil based lubricants.
Which lubricants are not recommended for use with latex condoms.
Do not use these lubricants when using latex condoms.
- baby oil
- olive oil
- peanut oil
- petroleum lotion
- body lotion
- bag balm
- shortening
- sunflower oil
- petroleum jelly
- cold creams
- massage and mineral oil
- suntan lotions
Content Sources
Lubrication. American Pregnancy Association. http://americanpregnancy.org/preventing-pregnancy/lubrication/. Accessed February 15 , 2015
Condom use, type and size. AVERT. http://www.avert.org/condom-use-types-sizes.htm. Accessed February 15, 2015
How to use condoms and lubricant. NAM. http://www.aidsmap.com/How-to-use-condoms-and-lubricant/page/1322495/.Accessed February 15 , 2015.
Condom use, type and size. AVERT. http://www.avert.org/condom-use-types-sizes.htm. Accessed February 15, 2015
How to use condoms and lubricant. NAM. http://www.aidsmap.com/How-to-use-condoms-and-lubricant/page/1322495/.Accessed February 15 , 2015.