Often the biggest complaint about condoms is that they disturb the moment or cut back on sensation for both partners. Though it may seem that condoms aren’t erotic or fun to use, this isn’t exactly the case. Yes, condoms represent an extra step in the process and they do alter sexual sensations, but they don’t have to be a mood killer or even make the experience less pleasurable. Couples need only to take a playful and prepared approach when it comes to using them, and they can become both erotic and exciting.

Novelty condoms are a unique way at approaching safe sex; these can be thin, ribbed, studded, pleasure-delaying, pleasure-enhancing, flavoured, scented or coloured. Different variations of condoms provide the experience with different sensations for both parties involved. Unusual condoms shouldn’t be feared as long as they meet requirements for protective use and are not a purely decorative novelty.

Visiting a sex store to select different novelty condoms will heighten the experience as well, as it’s always exciting to discuss sex before having it. And while there, couples can browse the more exotic lubricants available. Though many don’t find lubricants necessary for comfortable condom use, these can also amplify sensations in order to make the experience more fun for couples. Applying lubricant can easily be introduced to foreplay sessions, both before and after putting the condom on.  It’s advisable to purchase a lubricant that advertises itself as having a “smooth” application, this way it appeals on both a visual and sensual level.

Couples will find that there is an unlimited supply to choose from in novelty condoms. The ultimate novelty condom for a man? The invisible condom. Ansell have created Mates Skyn® -the next best thing with a breakthrough non-latex polyisoprene – “the closest thing to wearing nothing”.

NB: No method of contraception guarantees 100% protection