Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers. Our FAQ articles tackle the most common questions customers ask about condoms, lubricants, and sexual health — from "Do condoms expire?" to "What size condom do I need?" Each article gives you a thorough, no-nonsense answer written by our experienced staff. CondomDepot.com has been answering these questions since 1996, and we've heard just about everything. Can't find your question below? Visit our main FAQ page or contact us directly — we're happy to help.

How Much Lube Is Too Much Lube?

How much lube is too much lube | Condom Depot

“How Much Lube is Too Much Lube?” To answer this Condom Depot made a helpful video to demonstrate the benefits of using some extra lube when having sex with a condom. Lubricants & Condoms The #1 reason for condom failure, is lack or absence of good lubrication.  Using a quality lube, will without a doubt […]

HELP! I’m Having Sex For the First Time!

Having Sex for the First Time | Condom Depot

Having sex got the first time can be exciting and nerve-wracking. How do I know if I’m doing it right? How do I avoid some of the biggest risks of having sex? Help! I’m having sex for the first time!  But you’re in luck! We at the Condom Depot Learning Center have compiled some tips and important […]

Guessing Penis Size: 10 Most Common Mistakes

Mistakes when Guessing Penis sIze | Condom Depot

Did you know that guessing what size a penis is, without actually seeing or feeling it, is nearly impossible? And yet, people do it all the time. Most of these methods are based on other physical indicators of testosterone. When the tables are turned, it’s funny to think about how silly these methods would be to if used to […]

What is jelqing?

What is jelquing | Condom Depot

Theoretically, jelqing seems like a fantastic idea! An all-natural method for increasing the length of your penis? Yes, please! However, after examining the facts about the long term consequences of jelqing, what was once a hope-raising theory full of many seemingly positive effects on the penis, the dream of stretching your way to a larger penis […]

Allergic to Sperm?

Allergic to sperm | Condom Depot

We’ve discussed latex and lube allergies before, but what if you’ve ruled those things out and you are still experiencing the symptoms of an allergic reaction? Well, believe it or not, it is possible to be allergic to sperm. Known in the medical community as seminal plasma hypersensitivity, or a semen allergy, a sperm allergy is fairly […]

Alcohol and Erections

Alcohol and Erections | Condom Depot

Did you just down a Patron margarita on the rocks, chug a craft stout, shoot some double Jameson neat and chase it all with down a numbing blur of Mind Erasers? Grab a bottle of water, focus your vision and join me for in depth discussion about two of my favorite things– alcohol and erections. We’ve […]

So You Found Condoms in Your Teen’s Room…

Found Condoms in Your Teens Room | Condom Depot

It’s hard to picture your child needing contraception, especially when it probably feels like you were just dropping them off at kindergarten for the first time yesterday. Take a deep breath and let’s go over what to now that you found condoms in your teen’s room.  But despite our nostalgia for the wholesome past, the statistics don’t […]

Q: Which Condoms Don’t Have Reservoir Tips?

What condoms don't have reservoir tips? Condom Depot

Q: Which Condoms Don’t Have Reservoir Tips? A: This is a really good question considering we don’t categorize our condoms by whether they have a reservoir tip (or nipple end, as some people call it) or not. Unfortunately for you, a person who is anti-reservoir tip, you’ll quickly find that most condoms do have this […]