Latex condoms with a flavoured coating, made so oral sex tastes of something other than latex. Pack sizes run from a four-pack up to a bag of 288.
What they are for, and what they are not for
Flavoured condoms are designed for oral use. They provide the same barrier protection as a plain condom — the flavour is in the coating, not in the latex.
They are not the best choice for vaginal sex. The sweeteners and flavourings in the coating can disturb the vaginal flora and, in people prone to it, contribute to thrush. Nothing dramatic happens if it occurs once, but as a habit it is worth avoiding. Use a plain condom for penetration and keep the flavoured ones for oral.
The flavours actually stocked
Skins carries the widest single-flavour range in small packs, which is the sensible way to find out what you like before buying volume: mint, banana, bubblegum and strawberry.
Mixed packs are the other approach. The Control Feel Fun Mix and the Control Fussion 12 both blend several. For volume, the Pasante Tropical 144 and the 288-unit flavours bag bring the per-unit price right down.
Mint is the one people either love or actively dislike — several mint coatings have a genuine cooling sensation rather than just a taste. Buy four before you buy a hundred and forty-four.
Still latex, so the same rules apply
No oil. Oil-based products weaken latex and a weakened condom can fail without visibly tearing. That includes massage oil, lotion and petroleum jelly. Use water-based or silicone-based lubricant — both are latex-safe.
Check the date, store cool and dark, and never keep them in a wallet — heat and constant flexing degrade latex long before the printed date.
One at a time. Two condoms together create friction and are more likely to fail, not less.
If latex is the problem rather than the taste, latex-free condoms are a separate shelf.
Two products on this shelf are not condoms
The supplier files a couple of flavoured lubricants here — the Excite bottles are lubricant, not barriers. If you want flavoured lubricant deliberately, flavoured lubricants is the right shelf.
Do flavoured condoms protect as well as plain ones?
Yes. They are manufactured to the same standard; the coating is the only difference.
Can I use one for vaginal sex?
You can, and it will work as a barrier. It is just not ideal as a habit because of the sweeteners.
Is the flavour strong?
Noticeable rather than overwhelming, and it fades over a few minutes. Mint is the most pronounced.
Are they sugar-free?
Most use sweeteners rather than sugar, but formulations vary by brand. Check the packaging if it matters medically.
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