Free Condoms and Lube

Condoms are made from very thin latex (rubber), polyisoprene or polyurethane, and are designed to stop pre-cum or cum from coming into contact with your sexual partner.

When condoms are used correctly during anal, vaginal and oral sex, they help to protect against STIs (sexually transmitted infections).

• If used correctly every time you have sex, condoms are very effective.
• Oil-based products, such as moisturiser, lotion and Vaseline, can make latex and polyisoprene condoms less effective and can destroy them, so should not be used.
• Water-based lubricant is safe to use with all condoms.
• It’s possible for a condom to slip off during sex. If this happens, you may need to get tested for STIs.
• Condoms need to be stored somewhere that isn’t too hot or cold, and away from sharp or rough surfaces that could tear them or wear them away.
• Putting on a condom can be an enjoyable part of sex, and doesn’t have to feel like an interruption.
• If you’re sensitive to latex, you can use latex-free condoms instead.
• A condom must not be used more than once. Use a new one each time you have sex.
• Condoms have a use-by date on the packaging. Don’t use out-of-date condoms.
• Always choose condoms that have the BSI kite mark and the CE mark on the packet. This means that they’ve been tested to high safety standards. Condoms that don’t have the BSI kite mark and CE mark won’t meet these standards, so don’t use them.