The first rubber condom was manufactured in 1855, and somehow, 164
years later, there isn’t a better method of preventing both STI
transmission and unwanted pregnancy. Still, condoms have come a long way
in the past century and a half, now coming in different materials,
textures, sizes, flavors, and colors. A few even glow in the dark, in
case you want your penis to look like a uranium rod. For GQ’s “Best
Stuff” we’ve narrowed down the best condoms currently on the market
depending on what it is, specifically, you look for in a condom.
The Best All-Around Condom
Skyn Original condoms
Skyn is the king of all condoms. Why? It feels the best. And it's incredible tear resistent. It’s also not
made of latex, so you needn't worry about a partner with a latex
allergy. They call the soft, non-latex material SKYNFEEL, and it’s as
strong as premium latex brands, without feeling like a crinkly plastic
bag. SKYNFEEL also manages to increase sensitivity—there's just
something about the way the thin material "hugs" your member. Bonus:
It's naturally lubricated, which really comes in handy in case you don’t
have any spare lube around.
The Best Eco-Friendly Condom
Sustain Ultra Thin condoms
Describing
themselves as a “vagina-friendly,” sexual wellness brand Sustain lists
every single ingredient in their condom (which the FDA doesn’t actually
require). "Vagina friendly" in this case means no fragrances, dyes,
petrochemicals, or nitrosamines. They also use fair-trade rubber. And
their condoms are completely vegan (most condoms have casein, a diary
byproduct). If that wasn’t enough, Sustain also donates 10% of their
proceeds to organizations that provide access to female reproductive
health and family planning services.
The Best Textured Condom
Durex Performax Intense condoms
We
don't recommend whipping out a textured condom without discussing it
with your partner first. They’re not for everyone. But if you and your
partner are people who like a little friction, then you should try the
Durex Performax Intense. It’s both ribbed and dotted, and according to
Durex’ website, "designed to speed her up and slow him down” (the
aytpical texture along with the "special delay lubricant" feature can
help prolong sexual performance).
The Best Ultra-Thin Condom
Skyn Elite condoms
Skyn
Elite, with it's barely-there thinness, is probably the closest you can
get to condom sex that feels like condom-less sex. It's also available
on Amazon, which makes life easy for anyone who still feels like an
embarrassed teenager when entering a drugstore to buy condoms.
The Best Condom for Maximizing Your Partner's Pleasure
Trojan Fire and Ice condoms
Fire
and Ice isn’t a universally pleasurably condom (whereas Skyn Elite is).
It’s a preference, and while many folks love it, some folks don’t like
the tingling sensation it provides. Fire and Ice uses dual action
lubricant which delivers a “hot and cold” sensation to both you and your
partner. It's like an Icy Hot packet, but instead of putting it on your
sore neck, you're wrapping it around your penis. Some like the tingly
heat. Some do not. Only one way to find out which camp you fall into.
The Best Condom for Big Guys
Trojan Magnum Bareskin condoms
The
Magnum is a classic for a reason and the Magnum Bareskin builds on the
that deserved reputation by making it even thinner (thereby increasing
sensitivity, but maintaining the same tough-to-break material strength).
The well-hung men of Amazon agree: Bareskin currently has 138 reviews
and a 4.6 star rating.
The Best Condom for a Good Cause
Durex RED condoms
If
you want for a condom with a cause, look no further: With every RED
condom purchase, a percentage of the proceeds goes to The Keeping Girls
in School Programme in South Africa, a non-profit aimed at decreasing
the number of HIV/AIDS diagnoses in young women. Additionally, over the
course of three years, Durex plans to donate $5 million to the Global
Fund, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will match Durex’
donation bringing the grand total to $10 million.
The Best Condom for Smaller Guys
OKAMOTO Rilakkuma Meets Honey condoms
There's
no question your partner will find the packaging of these Japanese
condoms “cute.” Without a doubt, they are. They'll also make you feel
like a Magnum man, since likely, it'll feel much tighter than most
condoms, and won't reach all the way down to your base. That's why
OKAMOTO won't work if you're of large or regular size, but it's perfect
if you’ve noticed that most condoms are too long or fit loosely.
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