Q: Should I unroll a condom before putting it on?
A: NO! A condom is designed to roll onto the penis and should not be unrolled before putting it on. We have a few resources available here to guide you in proper condom use.
Determine which way the condom is rolled
This can be difficult to do, particularly if you’re in the dark. Instead of trying to see which way the condom is rolled, feel it with your fingers:
- Placing one hand on either side, pinch the rolled ring of the condom between your thumb and fingers.
- Gently roll the condom in one direction with your fingers. If it resists rolling, this is not the direction in which you will want to unroll a condom over the penis.
- Gently roll it in the other direction with your fingers. If it begins to unroll, this is the direction in which you should unroll the condom over the penis.
- Cautionary tale: don’t unroll more than one roll, as unraveling it will reduce the condom’s efficacy—and make it frustratingly difficult to put on. Re-roll the condom after you’ve determined the proper unrolling direction.
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