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.

Can I use spermicide condoms more than once a day?

Can I use sprmicide condoms more than once per day | Condom Depot

A: Spermicide, or nonoxynol 9, irritates the cells that line the vagina and the rectum, making them more vulnerable to attack by those same viruses and bacteria that the condoms are protecting you against. This is the reason why the package warns you not to use them more than you need to. Spermicide is a […]

How To Measure Your Penis to Find the Perfect Condom Size

How to correctly measure your penis to find the right condom size | Condom Depot

Does your condom really fit you? Learn how to correctly measure your penis to find the perfect condom size! If you feel as though condoms aren’t for you due to comfort reasons or because they seem to strangle you or fall off at the exact wrong time, never fear. It’s all a matter of getting […]

What’s the Oldest Condom in the World?

What's the Oldest Condom in the World? Condom Depot

What’s the oldest condom in the World to still exist in modern society? It’s definitely a late-comer in the grand scheme of penis protection history, but even still, it is so visually-creepy, you’ll be glad we’ve come so far. The ancient condom was found in Lund, Sweden, and is believed to have been made and […]

How Are Non-Latex Condoms Made?

How are non latex condoms made? Condom Depot

Different materials can change the way different types of condoms are produced. However, most methods are very similar to how latex condoms are made. Polyisoprene Polyisoprene is a synthetic form of latex that has had none of the proteins that cause allergic reactions. Because it is synthetic, polyisoprene is made by chemists and does not […]

Can a Condom Hold Three Bags of Potatoes?

Can condoms hold three bags of potatoes | Condom Depot

We love encouraging people to use condoms, and we love it when other people encourage folks to use condoms. But sometimes, we see something that just doesn’t fit right. A Condom Can Hold What Now!? Our assumption is that whoever came up with this fact did so with good intentions– perhaps they found that condoms […]

Are Condoms Biodegradable?

Are condoms biodegradable | Condom Depot

Green is more than just a trend. It’s a way of living. Is your carbon footprint getting too caught up in your sex life? We get asked a lot if condoms are eco-friendly. And there are some major initiatives happening to make them more so. For now, here’s a quick guide to eco-friendly condom materials. […]

The Need For Non-Lubricated Non-Latex Condoms

Non Lubricated Non Latex Condoms | Condom Depot

The Need For Non-Lubricated Non-Latex Condoms –  If you’re like me, you’re allergic to freaking everything. Makes sense that there would be a non-lubricated, non-latex condom option, right? Wrong, there isn’t. We get this question a lot more often than you’d think, and the thing is no one currently makes a non-lubricated, non-latex condom. Why? […]